Training Physician at the Defense Medicine Center

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Do you want to be part of us working for a stronger defense of Sweden? The Swedish Armed Forces are in an expansion phase and we are now looking for a licensed specialist physician for the Defense Medicine Center. About the unit The Swedish Armed Forces' combat school for defense medicine (FSS) is a Swedish Armed Forces shared resource that conducts training, exercises, and drills in defense medicine. FSS consists of three departments: the training department, the exercise department, and the simulation and methods department. The position is placed in the simulation and methods department, which conducts exercises, training, and development of defense medical simulation and pedagogical methods in order to train qualified medical units of military units. Main responsibilities As a training physician, you will primarily work with implementation, development, and follow-up of advanced medical simulation. The most advanced medical simulation is conducted through Live Tissue Training (LTT), which is used in accordance with 3R, the Animal Welfare Act, and FM internal regulations. The development work aims to develop our pedagogical methods according to 3R, which stands for replace, reduce, refine. Examples of work tasks include developing, planning, conducting, and evaluating training and exercises as a medically responsible physician or instructor within the scope of primarily LTT and other medical simulation. You will also serve as an instructor in medical services within the scope of training or exercises conducted by FSS, such as war surgery or advanced medical resuscitation. Since we conduct exercises at other units' medical facilities, the position involves regular business travel outside the work location. The Swedish Armed Forces is growing and work tasks may be further developed. Qualifications Licensed specialist physician, primarily in surgery or anesthesia At least three years of experience within your specialty Class B driver's license Good ability to express yourself in spoken and written English Merits Experience conducting training in defense medicine Experience working with advanced medical simulation such as LTT Previous military service abroad Experience working in defense medicine in FM Experience developing and leading training Personal qualities You thrive on developing operations, educating others, and sharing your experiences. You possess established pedagogical ability and want to develop further in this area. To succeed in the role, you should be service-oriented, take initiative, and easily take on new tasks. You work in a structured and efficient manner with a solution-focused approach. With your personality, you contribute to stability and security in the group. We want a positive work environment where we work together, support each other, and stand by one another. Therefore, we are looking for someone who is responsible toward yourself and your colleagues. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability. For the agency's mission to be successful, all employees are expected to act in accordance with the values that exist. The Swedish Armed Forces' values uphold the equal worth of all people, justice, and equality and promote democracy and human rights (read more at http://www.forsvarsmakten.se/). Other information Employment form: Permanent position, 6-month trial period applies Employment level: Full-time Work location: Gothenburg, regular travel occurs frequently in the position Civil or military position: Civil Salary: Individual salary setting applies Start date: By agreement Clinical service: No requirement, but conducted in consultation with your immediate supervisor in order to maintain and develop clinical specialist competence Information about the position Recruiting manager David Karlström tel. 010-8251000 (switchboard). Information about the recruitment process Contact the HR department at FömedC if you have questions about the recruitment process; mailto:[email protected]. Trade union representatives OFGBG ([email protected]) Försvarsförbundet ([email protected]) SACO ([email protected]) SEKO ([email protected]) Application We welcome your application by August 3, 2026. Your application should include a CV and cover letter, where you explain why you are suited for this position. Processing of personal data in LIME CRM When you apply for this position, the Swedish Armed Forces will process your personal data. For information on how the Swedish Armed Forces processes your personal data; https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/sjukvardspersonal Applications for this position will only be accepted via the Swedish Armed Forces website. --- Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the recruiting unit: The Defense Medicine Center (FömedC) is the Swedish Armed Forces' center for the defense medicine function, located in Gothenburg. FömedC consists of a management with staff, the Swedish Armed Forces combat school for defense medicine (FSS), the Function Unit (FunkE), and the Hospital Battalion (Sjhbat). At the center there are licensed health and medical care personnel such as physicians, veterinarians, nurses, and more. There are officers, reserve officers, civilian staff, and conscripts. The Defense Medicine Center is part of the Gothenburg Garrison. Every day and every hour, our employees make efforts that affect other people's lives, both in large and small ways, and both at home and around the world. In the Swedish Armed Forces there is a strong value base based on openness, results, and responsibility. Professional development and personal health are valued and encouraged. There are good opportunities for internal career mobility, wellness activities, and good balance between work and private life. Employment with us involves placement in a security classification. Swedish citizenship is usually required. A security clearance with background check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be war-placed. Employment also includes an obligation to serve abroad. The meaning of this varies depending on the type of position. A CV and personal letter must be attached to the employment application. If you advance in the employment process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented. Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.Do you want to be part of us working for a stronger defense of Sweden? The Swedish Armed Forces are in an expansion phase and we are now looking for a licensed specialist physician for the Defense Medicine Center. About the unit The Swedish Armed Forces' combat school for defense medicine (FSS) is a Swedish Armed Forces shared resource that conducts training, exercises, and drills in defense medicine. FSS consists of three departments: the training department, the exercise department, and the simulation and methods department. The position is placed in the simulation and methods department,…

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8. 6. 2026

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