Professor of Neurogeriatrics Full-time

Professor of Neurogeriatrics

Karolinska Institutet, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society – with focus on research

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research? At the Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society (NVS), you will have the opportunity to lead and develop research at the forefront of neurodegenerative diseases, a field of major importance for the future of healthcare. The position involves close collaboration with clinical activities and international research environments. You will be part of a dynamic and interdisciplinary academic environment with a strong research profile and extensive educational responsibilities.

Description of the subject area We are seeking a Professor of Neurogeriatrics, preferably with expertise in neuroimaging and other biomarkers for the early identification of brain changes in individuals at risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases. The subject area encompasses research and education on the underlying mechanisms and clinical manifestations of neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease. The research includes translational implementation research and may involve, for example, neuroimaging techniques, fluid biomarkers and digital cognitive assessment methods. The research primarily concerns clinical aspects of neurodegenerative diseases, with an emphasis on diagnostic methods, prevention and treatment. Several research projects within the field involve the further development of neuroimaging methods, particularly positron emission tomography (PET), as well as other methods such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), cognitive assessment methods and the identification of biochemical biomarkers to understand disease progression and underlying mechanisms.

Your mission You will be expected to lead and strengthen the strategic development of the field of neurogeriatrics within the department and the division, as well as contribute to teaching in neuroimaging at the division. In addition to conducting and leading research at an internationally leading level, you will be expected to take responsibility for and contribute to the management of the division. You will also strengthen the research basis of education and further develop collaboration with clinical activities to facilitate implementation research within the field. The position includes responsibility for shaping and strengthening collaboration with clinical practice and supervising students, doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers conducting research on neurodegenerative diseases.

Eligibility requirements To be eligible for an employment as Professor with focus on research the applicant must have demonstrated excellent scientific skills and very good pedagogical skills.

Assessment criteria The Professorship has a focus on research. The assessment will weight qualifications as follows: scientific skills (3), pedagogical skills (2), leadership and collaboration skills (3).

It is furthermore meritorious that you have demonstrated documented research experience (publications in the field in highly ranked peer-reviewed journals) in advanced neuroimaging methods (PET, CT, MRI). Documented research experience (publications in the field in highly ranked peer-reviewed journals) on cognitive testing in neurodegenerative diseases. Documented research experience (publications in the field in highly ranked peer-reviewed journals) on blood-based biomarkers in neurodegenerative diseases.

What do we offer? A creative and inspiring environment with wide-ranging expertise and interests. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world's leading medical universities. Here, we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. At KI, you get to meet researchers working with a wide range of specialisms and methods, giving you ample opportunity to exchange knowledge and experience with the various scientific fields within medicine and health. It is the crossover collaborations, which have pushed KI to where it is today, at the forefront of global research. Several of the people you meet in healthcare are educated at KI. A close relationship with the health care providers is important for creating groundbreaking top quality education and research. Karolinska Institutet is also a state university, which entitles you to several benefits through our collective agreement.

Location: Flemingsberg