Research assistant for the Centre of Maritime Health and Society

2 weeks ago


Odense, Odense Kommune, Denmark Syddansk Universitet Full time

We are seeking to fill a vacancy for a Research Assistant to join our interdisciplinary team for a three-year period focused on advancing knowledge in Work Environment Studies in the maritime domain.

The successful candidate will conduct assistance in research projects at the Centre, examining various aspects of work environments using qualitative methods, including but not limited to, psycho-social work environment, organizational culture, remote work arrangements and work-life balance.

The position is a full-time position, which is available from October 1, 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter.

Research environment

The Centre of Maritime Health and Society (CMSS) was established in 1992 and offers a broad cross-disciplinary research environment. It is our aim to create high-quality research which is relevant to the maritime industry and which contributes to and competes with international maritime research. There are currently eleven employees, all of whom work within research disciplines relating to health and safety in the maritime domain. CMSS is currently revising its Strategy Plan , which includes efforts to maintain the Centre's position of having publications with a strong impact in maritime research internationally and in Denmark, and close relations to stakeholders within the offshore, fisheries and shipping sectors.

CMSS has good relations with the Unit of Health Promotion Research and the Department of Sociology, Environmental and Business Economy, all of which are located on the university's Esbjerg campus. CMSS has recently received a very positive external evaluation, and we will continue to build on this and the recommendations for further development.

Key Responsibilities

Conducting empirical research in the field of work environment studies relevant to the Strategy plan of the research unit. Current research project participation may include our Maritime Culture Lab project.
Publishing research findings in high-impact journals and presenting at conferences. including dissemination to the maritime industry, contributing to the visibility of CMSS.
Delivering pre- and post-graduate teaching (for example, master level courses in Work environment studies) and supervision of bachelor, master students at SDU and maritime academies.
Collaborating with team members at CMSS and stakeholders to develop research and development and a positive research environment at the Centre.

Qualifications
Master's degree in Psychology, Anthropology, Organizational behavior, or a related field.
Strong background in qualitative methods (including NVivo).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Danish and English.
Track record of publishing research in peer-reviewed journals is desirable.
Prior experience in work environment studies or related fields is preferred.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a diverse team environment.

Further information

Please read more about our Centre here: or read about our activities here: .

Head of the unit, Senior Researcher Lisa L. Froholdt may be contacted at phone: , or E-mail:

Application deadline

July 3, 2024 at 23.59 hrs. CEST.

Interviews

Interviews are expected to take place ultimo August 2024 at the Centre of Maritime Health and Society, Degnevej 14, 6700 Esbjerg.

Salary and terms of employment

The successful applicant for the position will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations). ́

Application

Applications will be assessed by an expert committee. Applicants will be informed of their assessment by the university.

Applications must be submitted electronically using the link "Apply now" - see below.

We strongly recommend that you read How to apply for a position at SDU before you apply.

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
Certificates/Diplomas (MSc and PhD, translated to English if necessary)
Information on previous teaching and supervision experience
Names and contact information of 2 references
List of publications indicating the publications attached
2 examples of the most relevant publications. Please attach one pdf-file for each publication
Reference letters and other relevant qualifications may also be included (translated to English if necessary)

If you experience technical problems, you must contact hcm-

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.

Living and working in Denmark

Foreign applicants will be offered Danish language training as part of the employment.

The International Staff Office (ISO) at SDU provides a variety of services for new employees, guests and people who consider applying for a job at the University of Southern Denmark. Among other things, the staff answers questions concerning salary, taxation, housing and accompanying family.

The University of Southern Denmark wishes to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position.



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