Research Assistant

Göteborgs Universitet · Full-time

Göteborg, Sweden

University of Gothenburg meets society's challenges with diverse knowledge. 58,000 students and 6,800 employees make the university a large and inspiring workplace. Strong research and attractive educational programs attract researchers and students from around the world. With new knowledge and new perspectives, University of Gothenburg contributes to a better future. At the Department of Medicine, Division of Internal Medicine and Clinical Nutrition, research is conducted in several areas, such as endocrinology, hematology, gastroenterology, hypertension, pulmonary medicine and allergology, as well as clinical nutrition with research focus on body composition and energy metabolism. The research is conducted in close collaboration with healthcare at both Sahlgrenska University Hospital and Mölndal Hospital. Sleep is crucial for our health and well-being. During sleep, the body recovers, the brain processes information and memories are consolidated. Sleep disorders such as sleep apnea and insomnia can seriously affect quality of life and lead to long-term health problems such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Therefore, sleep research is important to understand the mechanisms behind sleep and develop effective treatments for sleep disorders, which can improve both individuals' health and society's productivity. The Center for Sleep Research at Sahlgrenska Academy has conducted translational research in the field for several decades and is seeking a biosignal engineer for advanced analysis of sleep, respiratory and cardiovascular biosignals. The group is multidisciplinary and works with epidemiological, mechanistic, diagnostic and therapeutic studies around clinically significant sleep and wakefulness disorders such as sleep apnea and insomnia. Duties As a Research Assistant, you will work with analyzing and quantifying long-term measurements of respiratory, cardiovascular and neurophysiological biosignals from sleep measurements. You will use new analysis methods in the form of machine learning and artificial intelligence for improved endotyping and phenotyping of the respiratory and cardiovascular system during different sleep stages. Advanced statistical models will be used to link these phenotypic characteristics to clinical outcomes in patients with sleep disorders. Qualifications A Master's degree in mathematics or biosignal analysis, or equivalent qualification, is required. The applicant must also have good knowledge of English in speech and writing. Merits include experience with biosignal analysis, particularly analysis of sleep parameters such as respiratory, cardiovascular and neurophysiological signals. Knowledge of R, Python or MATLAB, experience with statistical analysis, knowledge of medicine, and scientific publications are also merits. We place great emphasis on personal suitability. The applicant is expected to be structured and quality-conscious in their work as well as flexible and proactive, with good analytical ability and problem-solving skills. The ability to collaborate well with other researchers and clinicians within a larger multidisciplinary team is important. Employment Employment type: Fixed-term employment, 6 months Scope: 100% Placement: Department of Medicine, Gothenburg Start date: As soon as possible or by agreement Contact information for employment Ludger Grote Professor [email protected] Madeleine Rådinger Assistant Division Head [email protected] Labor unions Labor representatives at University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss/hjalp-for-sokande Application Attach a copy of your Master's degree and CV You apply for the position through University of Gothenburg's recruitment portal by registering your application electronically via the website: https://www.gu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss/lediga-anstallningar. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete in accordance with the job posting and that it reaches the university no later than the last application deadline. Application must be received no later than: 2026-10-19 The university actively works for a work environment with equal conditions and values the qualities that diversity brings to operations. The university applies individual salary setting. According to the National Archives' regulations, the university is obligated to keep application documents for two years after the employment decision. If you as an applicant specifically request your documents returned, they will be returned when the two years have elapsed, otherwise they will be discarded. To staffing and recruitment companies and to you who are sales representatives: University of Gothenburg uses contracted advertising agency in connection with recruitment of personnel. We kindly but firmly decline direct contact from staffing and recruitment companies as well as sellers of job postings.