Bioethics and Genomics PhD Position

Vor 4 Tagen


Basel, Basel-Stadt, Schweiz Karlstad University Vollzeit

Karlstad University is a world-renowned institution for its excellence in research and education. As a PhD researcher in bioethics and health policy, you will have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and innovation in the field of new plant breeding technologies.

The PhD candidate will work closely with a postdoctoral researcher to investigate the ethical and social implications of new plant breeding technologies using a planetary health ethics approach. The project combines empirical and theoretical approaches to investigate the social and political acceptance of genetically modified food.

Responsibilities:
  • Conducting systematic reviews of reasons
  • Conducting content analysis of public debates
  • Conducting and analyzing qualitative stakeholder interviews
  • Continuing education/training (e.g., courses on research methods, moral philosophy/ethics, or plant biology)
  • Mentoring research assistants, supervising students, and reviewing their contributions
  • Documenting and presenting research findings in English
  • Taking responsibility for organizational processes at the institute
Requirements:
  • Master's degree in ethics, philosophy, bioethics, public health, social sciences, medicine, or related fields
  • Excellent academic grades
  • Strong language skills in English
  • Ability to contribute to an empirical project
  • Knowledge of empirical research methods
  • Commitment, motivation, enthusiasm, and responsibility
  • Ability to work independently and as part of an international team
  • Long-term goal of an academic career
  • Strong organizational skills
Benefits:
  • Opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary environment
  • Enrollment in a Swiss Bologna accredited PhD program
  • Attractive salary and well-equipped working environment
  • Possibility to apply for additional funding
  • Positive working atmosphere and opportunities for professional development
  • Contributions to teaching, research projects, and academic publications


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