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The Research Group on Community Health and Health Care Systems Research, headed by Prof. Dr. phil. Dipl-Pol. Annika Frahsa is located in the paradigm of participatory health research and applies social sciences theories and methods to study the contextual conditions of health in and with communities.
Description
We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled Postdoctral Research Fellow to support on-going research in the research group and to set-up a team for new projects that contribute to the scope of thegroup. Starting as soon as possible, you will join a growing team that focusses on (a) social and structural determinants of health in communities, (b) co-creation of knowledge and whole-of-society approaches, and (c) healthy environments and urban governance for health, including interventions for health-promoting, resilient, and active cities.
Requirements
Duties and responsibilities:
Work closely with the PI and the group on developing and executing novel multidisciplinary projects
Set up a team to develop and advance your own research field that contributes to the scope of the research group
Present your research in peer-reviewed journals, (in)ternational conferences, and scientific reports
Prepare competitive grant applications
Contribute to supervision of PhD and master theses
Support teaching in a limited number of classes per year (medical training, MPH, or PhD program)
Required skills and experience:
Excellent doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, Dr. phil.) in social science, public health, or related fields
Strong background in social science theory, concepts, and approaches
Advanced skills in qualitative data collection and analysis (e.g. thematic analysis, discourse analysis), ability to guide junior researchers in employing those methods, including software (preferably MaxQDA).
An established track record of academic productivity (e.g. publications, professional presentation)
Ability to think and act strategically and proactively, to communicate and collaborate with national and international partners from research, practice, and policy
Desirable skills and experience:
Background in community health, health equity, CBPR, co-creation, implementation science, or governance research
Skills in mixed-method approaches, familiarity and experience with statistics for scientific analyses
Experience in managing projects funded by third-party grants, including planning and prioritization of diverse tasks, attention to detail and dedication to task completion in multiple parallel projects
We offer
What we offer:
An international, multidisciplinary, vibrant, and highly stimulating research environment
Support for career development and training, opportunity to enhance competences in project management and leadership
Flexible working hours
Centrally located and modern offices in a nice building
Contact and Address
For information on the position, please contact Prof. Dr. Annika Frahsa, Annika.frahsaispm.unibe.ch
How to apply: Interested candidates should email their curriculum vitae and a cover letter including the preferred starting date, a statement of current and future research interests, as well as a writing sample in one PDF-file to Natalie Studer, hrispm.unibe.ch . Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Latest date to submit an application is September 30, 2021.
