A position as postdoc (20 % time) is vacant at the Center for Research in Patient Communication, the Department of Clinical Research (KI), Faculty of Health Sciences , University of Southern Denmark (SDU). The position is limited to 3 years with the possibility of extension. The position is expected to start in March 2025.
Research and Teaching
The main tasks of a postdoc are research and research-based teaching, including assessment and examines.
Description of tasks

• Teach effective patient communication with an emphasis on mindful and compassionate communication skills to pre- and postgraduate learners
• Share best evidence and practices in teaching patient communication with an emphasis on mindful and compassionate communication skills
• Contribute to research on developing interventions to promote person-centred communication
• Conduct research on how to best support the implementation of successful communication interventions in clinical practice
• Assist in securing external funding

Expectation of qualifications

• Ph.D. in Health Sciences
• Proficiency in teaching patient communication with an emphasis on mindful and compassionate communication skills
• Knowledge on implementation science and the successful implementation of complex interventions in the healthcare system
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams
• Proficiency in training in Danish and English language
• Project management skills

The applicant who is hired must have a Ph.D.-degree and documented research experience.
Further information
Further information about the position can be obtained from professor Jette Ammentorp, Center for Research in Patient Communication, OUH by email: jette.ammentorp@rsyd.dk or jammentorp@health.sdu.dk or by phone: +45 24349341
Application deadline
December 15, 2024, at 23.59 hrs. (CET).
Salary and terms of employment
The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations).
Applications will be assessed by an expert committee. Applicants will be informed of their assessment by the university.
Applications – including the required attachments – must be sent electronically via the below-mentioned link “Apply online". Only online applications will be accepted and assessed. Attached files must be Adobe PDF or Word format. Each field in the application form can contain up to max. 10 MB.
Only applications written in English will be accepted for evaluation.
Application
Applications must be submitted electronically using the link “ Apply now ” - see below.
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Only applications written in English will be accepted for evaluation.
The application must include (as PDF files) (please note that the application (the motivation letter) and CV must not exceed 10 MB in total):

• a motivation letter
• a detailed CV
• degree certificates (inclusive of Ph.D.-diploma)
• a complete and numbered list of publications
• 3 scientific peer-reviewed publications considered by the candidate as most important for this position. Please notice that one pdf-file must be attached for each publication.
• a teaching portfolio detailing the candidate’s prior teaching experience, teaching skills, and teaching philosophy
• a detailed description of research experience
• an explanation of other qualifications relevant to the position

Please note that all the above-mentioned information must be included in the application.
Incomplete applications with regards to the above-mentioned requirements will not be assessed.
Applications may be shortlisted.
References will be obtained for the applicant who is the first choice for the position - from the applicant’s most recent employer, and from previous employers as required.
Applicants selected for interview must expect to undergo a personality test specifically targeted work related matters.
If you experience technical problems, you must contact hcm-support@sdu.dk .
Living and working in Denmark
Foreign applicants will be offered Danish language training as part of the employment.
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