Research Assistant Position in Online Prevention of Depression Recurrence

The Department of Psychology at the Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, invites applications for a 10-month position as research assistant within the research areas of clinical psychology and depression prevention. The position starts on February 11, 2025, for a 10-month employment of 30 weekly hours.

The Department of Psychology is a vibrant, inclusive workplace hosting an engaged group of faculty, postdocs and PhD students. The department has close collaborations with Odense University Hospital and its research covers a wide range of health-related topics and methodologies.

The position and the project

The focus of the position is to assist in evaluating the effectiveness of two types of online cognitive-behavioural therapy to prevent depression recurrence and in studying the relationship between depressive symptoms severity and cognitive function. 

We are looking for a highly motivated and ambitious candidate with an interest in clinical psychology and depression prevention. Interest in and experience with interacting with people in a professional capacity (e.g., through an internship) are also required for this position, as the successful candidate will be expected to assist with evaluations of people with a history of depression. Excellent communication skills and proficiency in Danish are thus essential for the position. Research experience is an asset, but not a prerequisite for the position.  

The research assistant position is part of a larger research project on online solutions for preventing depression recurrence funded by the Independent Research Fund Denmark. 

The successful candidate will join a research group with an expertise in clinical psychology, neuroscience, mathematical modelling and statistics, led by Associate Professor Maria Semkovska in a collaboration between the Department of Psychology and the Department of Public Health. 

The primary place of work will be the Psychology Department, University of Southern Denmark, Odense.

Required qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, public health, or a related health science
• Strong analytical, organizational, and record-keeping skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills 
• Willingness to collaborate with internal and external collaborators as well as with the project’s research group members
• Proficiency in spoken and written Danish and English

Further information and contact

Maria Semkovska, Department of Psychology, University of Southern Denmark. E-mail: [email protected]

Application deadline 

December 15, 2024, at 23.59 hrs. CET.

Interviews

Interviews will be held on January 10, 2025, at the University of Southern Denmark in Odense.

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).

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 detailed CV, including personal contact information and possibly list of publications;
• A certified copy of diploma (Master’s degree in a relevant field);
• One signed reference letter. Should your referee wish to send their letter directly to us, please have them use the e-mail: [email protected]  mentioning your name and the title of the position in the subject line. This email also needs to reach us before the deadline.

Please note that all the above-mentioned information must be included in the application. 

Incomplete applications will not be assessed.

Shortlisting may be used in the recruitment process.

Shortlisted applications will be assessed by an assessment committee. 

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.