Physician Assistant in Health Behaviour Change Research

12 hours ago


Odense, Odense Kommune, Denmark Syddansk Universitet (SDU) Full time
Company Overview

Syddansk Universitet (SDU) is a prominent research institution recognized for its interdisciplinary approach to health and well-being. Our department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics is dedicated to advancing knowledge in the field of physical activity and health.

Job Description

We are seeking an exceptional postdoctoral researcher to join our team at the Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics, research unit of Sport and Health Sciences. The successful candidate will contribute to a project focused on developing, refining, and testing interventions designed to increase vigorous intermittent lifestyle physical activity (VILPA) in physically inactive women aged 40-65.

The researcher will be responsible for leading the development of the scientific part of the intervention, managing data analysis, and collaborating with the research team to disseminate results. Additionally, they will participate in and contribute to the life of the department as well as various initiatives and activities within the Danish Centre for Motivation and Behaviour Science and the research unit of Sport and Health Sciences.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Essential qualifications include:

  • A PhD degree in physical activity and health, public health, health psychology, or related disciplines
  • Research experience related to digital interventions for health, physical activity promotion, and behaviour change, preferably documented by research output in peer-reviewed publications
  • Excellent English written communication skills
  • Experience with analysis of quantitative and qualitative data
  • Project management experience in research activities

Desirable qualifications include experience in using accelerometers to collect physical activity data and co-designing user involvement in health-related projects.

Benefits

As a member of our team, you will have access to opportunities for professional growth and development, including training and workshops. You will also be part of a dynamic and supportive work environment that values collaboration and mutual respect.



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