Luleå University of Technology is growing rapidly with world-leading expertise in several research areas. We shape the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research results, and based on the Arctic region, we create global social benefits. Our scientific and artistic research and education are conducted in close collaboration with international, national and regional companies, public actors and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has a total turnover of SEK 1.9 billion per year. We are currently 1,840 employees and have 17,670 students. In the coming years, billions of kronor will be invested in Norrbotten and Västerbotten in major projects aimed at a more sustainable society nationally as well as globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these highly topical research projects and the social transformation that follows. We have a wide range of programs to match the skills that are in demand. We hope you want to help us build the sustainable businesses and societies of the future. We are looking for you who want to be part of Luleå University of Technology's vision to shape the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research and who have the skills and drive to integrate education and research in the field. We are in an expansive phase both in terms of research and education. You will be placed at the research subject psychology which belongs to the department of health, medicine and rehabilitation and the department conducts courses for occupational therapy and physiotherapy degrees, bachelor's programs in health guidance and psychology, as well as courses in medical science. We are about 20 employees who work with research and education in the subject. Our research is conducted in several areas of psychology such as clinical psychology, developmental psychology, sport psychology, witness psychology, cognitive psychology, neuropsychology and technical psychology. Do you want to contribute to improving access to psychological treatment in northern Sweden? At Luleå University of Technology, there is currently a major investment in the subject of psychology with the goal of starting a psychology program. As part of this work, a research group in clinical psychology is also being established that will develop new ways to reach out with psychological treatment to the inhabitants of northern Sweden. Project description Norrbotten is a region in transition with major investments in green transition and industry. In the coming decades, the population is expected to increase and cities grow. At the same time, it is a region with large geographical distances and limited conditions to offer psychological treatment to all who need it. Similar challenges also characterize other parts of northern Sweden. The current research project will test new formats to see if they can increase access to the right care. Previous research has shown that guided self-help via the internet can have positive effects for many psychiatric conditions. In the current research project, this will be further developed by mixing on-site and remote visits, as well as using artificial intelligence. The aim is to increase access to psychological treatment for all residents regardless of residence and to make better use of healthcare resources. Examples of potential questions are: 1) how do residents of northern Sweden themselves perceive access to care for psychiatric diagnoses and the possibility of getting help remotely? 2) What are the effects of remote psychological treatment when delivered as guided self-help and with the help of artificial intelligence? 3) What are the effects of psychological treatment delivered in a mixed format, with on-site and remote visits? 4) How cost-effective are the above modes of psychological treatment delivery? 5) How do patients themselves perceive the above modes of psychological treatment delivery? In order to answer these questions, the current research project will be conducted in close collaboration with, among others, Region Norrbotten. Work tasks A PhD position involves both theoretical and practical work. As a PhD student, you will be trained in scientific work in the form of publishing scientific articles in journals and at national and international conferences. You will also take compulsory and optional doctoral courses. In addition, you may have the opportunity to try out the role of teacher. As a researcher, you will work as a neutral party in many contexts, which provides a great opportunity to learn how to run challenging development projects. The current research project also includes teaching and supervising treatment staff in new formats of psychological treatment, as well as possibly conducting psychological treatment yourself. Qualifications You should have an academic degree of at least 240 credits, including 60 credits at advanced level. You should have knowledge in psychology, in particular clinical psychology. You should be highly motivated for research studies and have good collaboration and communication skills. It is important that you can express yourself orally and in writing in English and Swedish. It is an advantage if you have experience of having been part of a research project in clinical psychology before. It is also an advantage if you have a Swedish license as a psychologist. Further information Employment as a doctoral student is limited to 4 years, teaching and other departmental duties may be added up to 20% of full time. Place of employment Luleå. Intended start January 2025. For full advertisement see https://www.ltu.se/om-universitetet/arbeta-hos-oss/lediga-jobb?rmjob=8435 For more info contact Alexander Rozental prof in clinical psychology 0920-493344, alexander.rozental@ltu.se Trade union representative: OFR-S Lars Frisk, 0920-491792 lars.frisk@ltu.se SACO-S Diana Chroneer 0920-49-2037 diana.chroneer@ltu.se How to apply We prefer that you apply for the position via the application button below where you attach a cover letter, CV/resume, relevant degree project and any previous publications and copies of verified diplomas and psychology certificates. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Both the application and the degree certificate must be written in Swedish or English. Deadline for applications: November 30, 2024 Reference number: 3759-2024 You apply for this job via www.ltu.se/ledigajobb our website by filling in an application form.