Professor of forensic psychiatry, combined with employment as a specialist at Sahlgrenska University Hospital and The National Board of Forensic Medicine
Ref PAR 2022/121 The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 56 000 students and 6 600 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive study programmes attract scientists and students from around the world. With new knowledge and new perspectives, the University contributes to a better future. Researchers at the Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology at the Sahlgrenska Academy at the University of Gothenburg conduct research and education spanning a wide range of topics from molecules to humans. The Institute has five departments: pharmacology, physiology, health and rehabilitation medicine, clinical neuroscience, and psychiatry and neurochemistry. Subject areaForensic psychiatry Subject area descriptionForensic psychiatry is a psychiatric specialty focusing on the relationship between psychiatric disease and crime, as well as associated fields of forensic psychiatric examinations and treatment in prison and probation service. DutiesThe successful applicant conducts research in forensic psychiatry, in particular research focused on treatment and evaluation in forensic psychiatry, at a leading national and international level. She or he is also expected to apply for national and international research grants. The professor is expected to facilitate and develop forensic psychiatry research at the Centre for Ethics, Law and Mental Health (CELAM) and lead the centre together with its senior researchers. CELAM conducts, supports, and disseminates research about mental disorders, aggressive behaviour, and moral and legal responsibility in an inter-disciplinary framework. EligibilityThe eligibility criteria for employing teaching staff are set out in Chapter 4 of the Higher Education Ordinance and in the Appointment Procedure for Teaching Posts at the University of Gothenburg. To be eligible for an appointment as professor, the applicant must possess both scientific and pedagogical skills. The employment is combined with an employment as a specialist in forensic psychiatry at the Sahlgrenska University Hospital. The applicant must have a medical licence with specialist competence in forensic psychiatry. The applicant must demonstrate proficiency in Swedish, Danish or Norwegian necessary to obtain a Swedish Medical Licence. Assessment criteriaAssessment criteria for employment as a teacher are stated in Chapter 4, Section 3 of the Higher Education Ordinance and in the Appointment Procedure for Teaching Posts at the University of Gothenburg. EmploymentPermanent position, full time 100% at the Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology. First day of employment as agreed. Selection process
Contact informationHenrik Zetterberg, Head of Department, +46 (0)768 - 67 26 47, henrik.zetterberg@clinchem.gu.se Jenny Nyström Head of Institute, +46 (0)31-786 33 93, jenny.nystrom@neuro.gu.se UnionsUnion representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss/hjalp-for-sokande Application In order to apply for a position at the University of Gothenburg, you have to register an account in our online recruitment system. Applications must follow the layout of the recommendations for the Sahlgrenska Academy for applications for teaching positions.
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