Senior Lecturer in Psychiatry

University of Gothenburg

Institution: University of Gothenburg, Sahlgrenska Academy, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology
Reference Number: PAR 2026/114
Location: Gothenburg, Sweden
Start Date: As agreed
Employment: Full-time, fixed-term, 5 years (qualifying/career-development position)
Deadline for Application: 16 March 2026

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Overview

The Section of Psychiatry and Neurochemistry at the University of Gothenburg conducts research at the interface between clinical and preclinical neuroscience. The research focus is on:

• Neurobiological mechanisms underlying affective disorders
• Biomarkers for diagnostic assessment
• Predicting treatment response and side effects
• Individualized psychiatric care

The position provides an opportunity to develop an independent research program and to gain qualifications for promotion to Senior Lecturer.

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Duties

• Conduct research on psychiatry with a focus on neurobiological mechanisms
• Seek external funding for independent research
• Develop national and international research collaborations
• Teach undergraduate medical students and specialist trainees in psychiatry (in Swedish and English)
• Supervise degree projects and doctoral students
• Administrative duties related to research and teaching
• Participate in department collaboration and outreach activities

Pedagogical training is expected within one year if not already completed. Swedish language proficiency (B2 level) is required for promotion.

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Eligibility

• PhD in psychiatry, psychology, neuroscience, or equivalent research expertise
• Primary consideration for PhDs awarded within 7 years; exceptions considered for documented special circumstances (e.g., parental leave, sick leave)
• Ability to teach in Swedish or English
• Postdoctoral experience at a different institution is a merit

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Assessment Criteria

Scientific Merit (Primary Weight):

• Ability to conduct independent research in biological and translational psychiatry or related fields
• Experience with quantitative research methods (neurobiological, psychological, clinical data)
• Track record in obtaining external research funding
• National and international collaborations

Pedagogical Merit:

• Supervision of undergraduate and doctoral students
• Teaching and examination at undergraduate and doctoral levels
• Experience in pedagogical development and course responsibility

Administrative Merit:

• Academic leadership
• Collaboration within academia and with society

Clinical Merit:

• Prior clinical experience in psychiatry is advantageous

Personal Suitability:

• Collaborative ability and teamwork are highly valued

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Employment Conditions

• Type: Fixed-term, full-time, qualifying/career-development position
• Duration: 5 years (renewable up to 2 additional years under special circumstances)

Purpose: To develop independence in research and teaching

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Application Instructions

Apply via the University of Gothenburg recruitment portal. Required documents:

• Doctoral degree
• Up to 10 selected scientific publications (full text)
• Research plan / Research programme
• Other certificates / proof of qualifications

Documents not available electronically may be mailed to:

University of Gothenburg
The Sahlgrenska Academy
Box 400
405 30 Göteborg
Sweden

Applications must clearly state Reference Number: PAR 2026/114 and be written in English.

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Contacts

• Professor / Deputy Head of Section: Mikael Landén – +46 702 082 304 – mikael.landen@neuro.gu.se
• Professor / Head of Section: Henrik Zetterberg – +46 768 672 647 – henrik.zetterberg@clinchem.gu.se

Union Representatives:

Information available here

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Additional Information

• International staff receive relocation assistance and tax consultation
• Salaries are set individually
• University actively promotes equal opportunities and diversity