Assistant Professor in Medical Gastroenterology

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Campusvej 55, 5220 Odense SØ, Danmark

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Job Description

A position as Assistant Professor (10% time) is vacant from August 1, 2024 (or as soon as possible thereafter) at the ,Department of Clinical Research, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southern Denmark (SDU). The position is limited to 5years, with the possibility of extension.

Research and teaching

The main tasks of the assistant professor are research and research-based teaching, including exams.

Job description

The assistant professor will be expected to participate in research related to the use of Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM) in biological treatment of patients with chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including

assessment of analytical technical quality

determination of targets for drug concentration in biological treatment of IBD patients

development of dosing algorithms to achieve target concentrations

clinical testing of TDM strategies

The assistant professor will be expected to participate in the preparation of specific trial objectives, planning and implementation of studies, data processing and communication of trial results (including preparation of publications).

In addition to the above-mentioned tasks, the assistant professor will be expected to participate in the guidance of younger colleagues, both undergraduate and postgraduate (PhD students).

The candidate who is hired must complete a Lecturer Training Programme during the period of employment.

Expectation of qualifications

A PhD-degree in Medicine

Research experience in the following areas:

Use of therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) in biologic treatment of IBD

Evaluation of analytical methods for determination of drug levels in biologic treatment

Evaluation of analytical methods for determination of antibodies to drug in biologic treatment

Establishment of target range for drug concentration in biologic treatment of IBD

Establishment of dosing algorithms to obtain desired target concentration in biologic treatment of IBD

Clinical testing of TDM strategies in biologic treatment of IBD

strong written and verbal communication skills

the ability to solve a wide range of complex problems either independently or as a team member

a focus on innovation and development.

documented communicative and interpersonal skills in collaborative research activities, both at the national and international level

experience with teaching at the undergraduate level and supervision at the graduate and post-graduate levels.

Appointment as assistant professor requires scientific qualifications at PhD level according to the applicable note on job structure for academic staff at universities.

Danish language skills are not required initially, however, should be mastered within the first 2 years of employment.

Contact

Further information about the position can be obtained from Professor Mark A. Ainsworth, Department of Medical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, OUH, [email protected] , phone +45 2965 8838, from the Head of Research, Professor Aleksander Krag, [email protected] phone +45 2964 7719 or from the Acting Head of Department of Clinical Research, SDU, Dean, Professor Ole Skøtt, [email protected]

The application deadline is May 14, 2024, at 23.59 hrs. CEST.

Conditions of employment

The employment takes place in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Central Organisation of the Academics.

Application

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 CV

Copies of certificates/diplomas including evidence of acquisition of a PhD degree or equivalent

A complete and numbered list of publications

The 3 scientific, peer-reviewed publications that the applicant wishes to be included in the assessment of his or her scientific qualifications. (Please note that one PDF file must be attached for each publication).

A Research plan

A teaching portfolio

An explanation of other qualifications relevant to the position.

Incomplete applications will not be assessed.

Applications may be shortlisted.

Assessment of (shortlisted) applicants will be done in accordance with the current/applicable university recruitment order. Applicants will be assessed by an expert committee, and applicant will be informed of their assessment by the university.

If you experience technical problems, you must contact [email protected]

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.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

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