Teaching Assistant at the Division of Psychology (part time)

11 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Karolinska Institutet (KI)

Research Field

Medical sciences

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Sweden

Application Deadline

21 Feb 2024 - 22:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Part-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Do you want to contribute to improving human health?

Our research group focuses on associations between digital media (i.e. computer gaming and social media) and metal health among children, adolescents, and young adults. We also have a special interest in children with neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD and autism and how to best support these children in school and within the health care setting. We collaborate with several international research groups, as well as with Swedish authorities and patient organizations.

Your mission

Working as a teaching assistant means that you will be assisting the research group leader with tasks such as literature searches, writing research reports, administrative tasks, and basic analyses and data management. It is possible that the work with also include data collection using surveys or interviews.  This is a part time position during 6 months with possible extension.

Your profile

Studies in psychology or a related field are required. Previous experience of conducting research within psychology or similar area is particularly meritorious. Being able to read and understand scientific articles in English is a requirement. Very good knowledge of English (both speaking and writing) is also required as the research group has strong international collaborations and much of the communication is therefore being conducted in English. As a person, you are social, can work independently, take own initiatives and are meticulous. We will attach great importance to your personal qualities and personal suitability.

Eligibility for employment as a teaching assistant requires that you as an applicant are admitted to first or second-cycle courses and study programs in Sweden.

What do we offer?

A creative and inspiring environment with wide-ranging expertise and interests. 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. Karolinska Institutet is also a state university, which entitles you to several good benefits through our collective agreement. And you get to practice freely in our modern wellness facilities, where trained staff are on site.

Location: Solna

Read more about the Division of Psychology
Read more about the research group

Application

Welcome to apply at the latest February 21st 2024. 

The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system and we wish your application being written in English. In this recruitment, you will apply with your CV without a personal letter. Instead, you will answer some questions about why you are applying for the job in the application form. 

Want to make a difference? Join us and contribute to better health for all!

Requirements
Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Karolinska Institutet (KI)

Country

Sweden

City

Solna

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://ki.varbi.com/en/what:job/jobID:700063/type:job/where:39/apply:1

Contact

City

Solna

Website

https://ki.se/en/about/jobs-at-ki

STATUS: EXPIRED