Oslo University Hospital is accredited as Comprehensive Cancer Center (CCC) by the Organization of European Cancer Institutes (OECI). The accreditation is based on the large and complete clinical activity of high quality, in close cooperation with a large clinical and laboratory based research activity with several internationally leading research groups. A separate cancer board has been established to ensure the quality and coordination of the treatment and research services for cancer patients, across the hospital's clinics and in collaboration with the Cancer Registry, University of Oslo and research institutes.

One positions (50%) as Medical advisor are available for two years (with possibility for extension) at Division of Cancer Medicine, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway. These doctors shall be involved in the national clinical study, IMPRESS-Norway. 

Regarding the positions at OUH:
Division of Cancer Medicine has for several decades played a central role within the field of cancer research both in Norway as well as internationally. Division of Cancer Medicine includes Dept for Cancer therapy, Dept of Gynecological Oncology and Dept of Haematology, in addition to two institutes involved in diagnostics and research.

Project information
IMPRESS-Norway is a large precision cancer medicine trial that was initiated spring 2021. The trial is sponsored by Oslo University Hospital and have activities at 23 sites at seventeen hospitals in Norway. The National PI of IMPRESS-Norway is Professor Åslaug Helland, MD, PhD. The Norwegian Minister of Health has in the Commission documents for 2019 and 2020 explicitly asked for initiatives that can accelerate the implementation of PCM both for research and standard patient care in the Norwegian Health Care system (https://www.regjeringen.no/no/tema/helse-og-omsorg/sykehus/styringsdokumenter1/oppdragsdokument/id535564/

The Regional Health Authorities have secured funding of infrastructure for precision diagnostics (InPreD) to implement use of gene-panels and other molecular biomarkers in pathology laboratories and funded IMPRESS-Norway through the KLINBEFORSK program and also asked the HTA-authorities to explore new and adaptive models to facilitate introduction of PCM in standard cancer care in the Norwegian Health Care system. 

Kvalifikasjoner:

The candidates should be a MD and have PhD in molecular biology or genetics or experience in such research. In addition, the candidates need clinical experience in their field. Candidates with clinical experience in treating cancer patients will be prioritized.

Proficiency in the English and Norwegian language is a prerequisite.
The candidate is expected to work together with other scientists in a team. We will welcome a highly motivated and dedicated candidate, with the ability to work independently, but with good communication skills and who performs well in a team.

Personlige egenskaper:

• We are looking for a person with clinical and scientific dedication, who wishes to contribute to the development of both clinical and academic oncology
• Ability to cooperate, act in a flexible manner and with good patient interaction
• Personal suitability will be emphasized – especially team working abilities

Vi tilbyr:

• Challenging work tasks within an ambitious university hospital environment
• Salary as appointed
• Employment is on the terms determined by current laws, rules and regulations.
• embership in the pension arrangements is obligatory
• OUH takes part in agreements with relevant authorities to promote flexible arrangements in case of illness and disability (“IA-bedrift”)
• The position as study doctor will play a central role in IMPRESS-Norway which is spearheading implementation of precision medicine in the public Norwegian health care system.
• We offer a challenging and friendly working environment.
• Attractive welfare benefits and a generous pension agreement,
• In addition to Oslo’s family-friendly environment with its rich opportunities for culture and outdoor activities

Applications for the position(s) must include:

• Cover letter including motivation for the position
  
• CV (summarizing education, positions and academic work)
  
• Copies of educational certificates and letters of recommendation
  
• List of publications and academic work that the applicant wishes to be considered
  
• Contact information for two references
  
• The application with attachments must be delivered in our electronic recruiting system.

Please note that all documents should be in English or Norwegian. In assessing the applications, special emphasis will be placed on the documented, academic qualifications as well as the candidate’s motivation and personal suitability. Interviews with the best qualified candidates will be arranged.

Please scan and send the documents as PDF-files (maximum 2 MB / file).