Researcher at the Centre for Medical Humanities Part-time

Researcher at the Centre for Medical Humanities

Uppsala University is a comprehensive research university with a strong international position. Its overarching goal is to conduct education and research of the highest quality and relevance in order to make a long-term difference in society. Our most important asset is all the individuals whose curiosity and commitment make Uppsala University one of the most exciting workplaces in the country. Uppsala University has more than 54,000 students, over 7,500 employees, and an annual turnover of approximately SEK 8 billion.

The Centre for Medical Humanities at Uppsala University (CMH) conducts interdisciplinary research, networking, and educational development that brings together the disciplinary domains of Humanities and Social Sciences, and Medicine and Pharmacy.

CMH's activities include:

• Research on social and cultural aspects of health and medicine
• Research-initiating activities (seminars, workshops, and larger events), as well as support for individual projects and grant applications
• Educational development and knowledge exchange, including initiating, developing, and coordinating education in medical humanities from undergraduate to doctoral level
• Collaboration with the surrounding society

CMH is currently run by a Director with the support of a Coordinator and is governed by a Board. Organisationally, CMH is located within the Department of History of Science and Ideas.

CMH is part of the Forte-funded research centre WHOLE. Within the framework of WHOLE, CMH conducts research, develops interdisciplinary working methods, and engages in collaboration.

Duties

The purpose of the position is to produce a handbook for WHOLE's internal collaboration, which involves a large number of researchers from biomedicine, clinical sciences, humanities and social sciences, technology and natural sciences, as well as external stakeholders and collaborations with patients, NGO's, and outreach to wider society. Through interviews with participating researchers, studies of interdisciplinary collaborations, and analyses of current research challenges, the researcher will produce a document that regulates issues related to data management, co-authorship, the use of AI, and ethical and sustainable working practices. The aim is to develop and make the best possible use of the centre's interdisciplinary breadth.

Requirements

• PhD in a relevant field
• Bachelor's degree and/or experience in law and/or research ethics
• Demonstrated research experience in interdisciplinary contexts
• Experience in stakeholder collaborations
• Excellent ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written English

Great importance will be attached to personal qualities such as initiative, problem-solving ability, and creativity. We are looking for an organized and driven individual with an interest in developing ethical, sustainable, and synergy-creating interdisciplinary working methods.

Additional qualifications

• Experience from academic leadership roles in interdisciplinary settings
• Track record of research in research data management, AI in research, and/or interdisciplinarity.

The application should include a cover letter, a CV focusing on experience relevant to the position, relevant diplomas/degree certificates and contact details for one or more referees. Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis.

About the employment

The employment is a temporary position of 8 months. Scope of employment: 30%. Start date: 1 May 2026 or as agreed. Location: Uppsala.

Further information about the position is provided by: Director of the Centre for Medical Humanities Ylva Söderfeldt, email: ylva.soderfeldt@idehist.uu.se, phone: +46 (0)18 471 15 69

Please submit your application by 19 March 2026, UFV-PA 2026/651