Researchers and academic life
Karolinska Institutet employs approximately 3,000 researchers, including around 440 full professors. In all, the university hosts more than 2,000 doctoral students. Moreover, the university has many affiliated researchers, such as clinically active researchers or visiting scholars. Many of our researchers come from countries other than Sweden, and the working language in many research groups is English.
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Professor Jan Ellenberg appointed director for SciLifeLab
The SciLifeLab board has appointed Professor Jan Ellenberg as the new director. Alongside this role, Professor Ellenberg, currently at the EMBL in Heidelberg in Germany, will also be appointed as a professor at Karolinska Institutet and affiliated professor at Stockholm University and KTH.
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KI joins CoARA for the advancement of research assessment
CoARA (Coalition for Advancing Research Assessment) is led by a number of EU organizations with the aim of advancing how research is assessed in order to maximise its quality, transparency and impact. KI has now signed the agreement together with a number of other Swedish universities.
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SFO-V funds promising researchers in Health Care Science
In 2023, the Strategic Research Area in Health Care Science (SFO-V) launched an initiative aimed at future researchers in health care science through an open call for funding for postdoctoral positions. The aim of the initiative, SFO-V Fellows, is to promote high-quality health care science research and to ensure the regrowth of researchers in the field.
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New career path created for research infrastructure specialists
Modern research often uses high-tech methods and tools that require particular expertise. Despite this, there has been no career paths in Sweden for individuals interested in the technical and methodological development. As from April 2023 such a career path is available at Karolinska Institutet
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Karolinska Institutet Postdoc Association (KIPA)
Considering a postdoctoral position at KI? KIPA is dedicated to enriching the postdoctoral experience at KI by improving working conditions, fostering networking opportunities, and advocating for postdocs. Contact them for advice, support, and new connections.
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Junior Faculty at KI
Junior Faculty is an organisation for KI researchers with a PhD but not yet a permanent academic position. Their goal is to enhance career development through engagement with KI leadership and support for junior faculty.
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KI Research Incubator
Karolinska Institutet aims to be a pioneering university. As part of this ambition, we have established the KI Research Incubator (KIRI), an energising platform dedicated to empowering emerging researchers and to foster a culture of innovation and cross-disciplinary partnerships.
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Support for visiting researchers
Karolinska Institutet extends a warm welcome to international scholars and offers comprehensive support to researchers and doctoral students from abroad. On our Staff portal, visiting researchers can find essential information to navigate their stay in Sweden. Take a peek before you arrive.
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