Doctoral (PhD) student position in the Research school in health science: Ex-Med Cancer - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Do you want to contribute to improving human health?

To be a doctoral student means to devote oneself to a research project under supervision of experienced researchers and following an individual study plan. For a doctoral degree, the equivalent of four years of full-time doctoral education is required.

The research group

The Wengström research group offers a diverse and international research environment where the health of people with cancer is the focus. The group is part of the Division of Nursing, at the Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society (NVS) at KI. One goal of the group is to identify ways in which exercise can help to improve the health of people with cancer before, during and after treatment. We participate in national and international research networks and trials to achieve this goal.

The division of nursing conducts research within care science and education. Our aim is to improve health care for patients and relatives as well as for health care employees. The division’s research program aims to contribute to guidelines and new ways of working in healthcare from the patient's perspective, problems and needs, to ensure patients' health and well-being in every situation. Inviting the patient to work together is one of the cornerstones for achieving safe patient care. The focus of our research is value-based care, and its potential and significance for patients' health.

The doctoral student project and the duties of the doctoral student

The doctoral student will be admitted to the Reseach school in health science

In this PhD project, the candidate will investigate the effect, feasibility and cost-effectiveness of an online, exercise program for patients with breast, prostate and colorectal cancer. The program is interprofessional in nature and includes components and professionals from the medical health system as well as community fitness leaders. The study will examine the effect of the Ex-Med cancer exercise pathway and program on physiological (fitness, muscle strength, body composition) and self-reported (physical activity, quality of live and symptoms) outcomes. The PhD project will also help to establish the safety, feasibility, and cost effectiveness of the program.

In addition to completing doctoral student courses at KI and acquiring the required credits, the doctoral student's tasks will include working with patients during exercise sessions, carrying out literature reviews and data analyses. Further, the student will interpret the results and write publications for scientific journals. The PhD student will also present the research results in national and international seminars/conferences and take an active role in experimental design and presentations.

What do we offer?

A creative and inspiring environment full of expertise and curiosity. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world's leading medical universities. Our vision is to pursue the development of knowledge about life and to promote a better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. As a doctoral student you are offered an individual research project, a well-educated supervisor, a vast range of elective courses and the opportunity to work in a leading research group. Karolinska Institutet collaborates with prominent universities from all around the world, which ensures opportunities for international exchanges. You will be employed on a doctoral studentship which means that you receive a contractual salary. Employees also have access to our modern gym for free and receive reimbursements for medical care.

Eligibility requirements for doctoral education

In order to participate in the selection for a doctoral position, you must meet the following general (A) and specific (B) eligibility requirements at latest by the application deadline.

It is your responsibility to certify eligibility by following the instructions on the web page Entry requirements (eligibility) for doctoral education.

A) General eligibility requirement

You meet the general eligibility requirement for doctoral/third-cycle/PhD education if you:

1. have been awarded a second-cycle/advanced/master qualification (i.e. master degree), or
2. have satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the advanced/second-cycle/master level, or
3. have acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad.*

Follow the instructions on the web page Entry requirements (eligibility) for doctoral education.

*If you claim equivalent knowledge, follow the instructions on the web page Assessing equivalent knowledge for general eligibility for doctoral education.

B) Specific eligibility requirement

You meet the specific eligibility requirement for doctoral/third-cycle/PhD education if you:

- Show proficiency in English equivalent to the course English B/English 6 at Swedish upper secondary school.

Follow the instructions on the web page English language requirements for doctoral education.

Verification of your documents Karolinska Institutet checks the authenticity of your documents. Karolinska Institutet reserves the right to revoke admission if supporting documents are discovered to be fraudulent. Submission of false documents is a violation of Swedish law and is considered grounds for legal action.

(A) and (B) can only be certified by the documentation requirement for doctoral education.

Skills and personal qualities

We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with experience in exercise physiology, oncology or nursing.

The candidate:

• Would preferably have previous research and/or work experience related to exercise physiology for clinical populations or cancer care
• Would preferably have excellent analytical skills, possess curiosity and creativity, and have capacity to take responsibility for research projects together with the supervisor
• Must have excellent organizational skills
• Would preferably have excellent English and Swedish skills in terms of oral and written communication
• Should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enjoy working in a collaborative setting, be pro-active and self-driven.

Terms and conditions

The doctoral student will be employed on a doctoral studentship maximum 4 years full-time.

Application process

Submit your application and supporting documents through the Varbi recruitment system. Use the button in the top right corner and follow the instructions. We prefer that your application is written in English, but you can also apply in Swedish.

Your application must contain the following documents:

- A personal letter and a curriculum vitae
- Degree projects and previous publications, if any
- Any other documentation showing the desirable skills and personal qualities described above
- Documents certifying your general eligibility (see A above)
- Documents certifying your specific eligibility (see B above)

Selection

A selection will be made among eligible applicants on the basis of the ability to benefit from doctoral education. The qualifications of the applicants will be evaluated on an overall basis.

Karolinska Institutet uses the following bases of assessment:

- Documented subject knowledge of relevance to the area of research
- Analytical skill
- Other documented knowledge or experience that may be relevant to doctoral studies in the subject.

All applicants will be informed when the recruitment is completed.

Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society (NVS)

NVS- Research school in health science

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