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PhD Position in Work-Integrated Learning (AIL) with Focus on Palliative Care University West in Sweden
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Education
Funding
Kamprad-funded project.
Deadline
Nov 11, 2026
Country
Sweden
University
University West
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About this position
University West is recruiting a doctoral student for a Kamprad-funded project in the research group NormAIL at the Department of Health Sciences.
The project sits at the intersection of work-integrated learning (AIL), caring science and virtual reality (VR). It focuses on how digital learning environments can support competence development among staff working in municipal elderly care, especially in relation to palliative care for people with dementia. A central part of the research is the use of VR combined with an avatar to support learning and to help staff handle complex care situations in everyday practice.
The doctoral student will work on questions such as how immersive digital tools can be integrated into workplace learning, how experience from care practice can be captured and used, and how learning in palliative care may influence the care and support given to people with dementia in municipal services. The project is designed to generate knowledge with strong societal relevance and to contribute to future educational initiatives in municipal health and social care.
The research environment is anchored in the AIL subject area and the health sciences context at University West, with a clear focus on how new technology can be used for professional development in care settings.
Funding details
Kamprad-funded project.
What's required
Applicants must have basic eligibility for third-cycle studies, meaning a degree at first- and second-cycle level, at least 240 higher education credits including at least 60 credits at second-cycle level, or equivalent knowledge acquired in Sweden or abroad. Specific eligibility for third-cycle studies in work-integrated learning requires a second-cycle degree relevant to the subject and a second-cycle thesis or equivalent written work of at least 15 credits. The applicant must also have very good spoken and written communication skills in Swedish and English. Merits include a degree in caring science/nursing, education and work experience in dementia care or palliative care, experience of VR and AI in learning and/or healthcare contexts, and prior scientific publication.
How to apply
Apply digitally via University West’s Varbi recruitment system through the university website. Submit a CV, cover letter, degree certificates, thesis at advanced level, transcripts for bachelor’s and master’s studies, a short scientific reflection based on the project description, and any other supporting documents you wish to cite.
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