Janus Laust Thomsen

Aalborg University’s Faculty of Medicine, Department of Health Science and Technology, invites applications for one or more PhD stipends in Social Prescribing, available from August 1, 2026. The position is part of the doctoral program in Primary Health Care and is affiliated with the EU-funded Social Prescribing (SP-EU) project. The successful candidate will participate in the first randomized control trial testing social prescribing in Denmark, including a site-specific process evaluation of the trial roll-out. The PhD student will collect and analyze data throughout the trial, engage regularly with participants, general practitioners, link workers, and collaborate within the Danish research hub and the European consortium. The Department of Health Science and Technology is a vibrant research environment with expertise spanning medicine, biomedicine, biomedical engineering, health technologies, robotics, neuroscience, sports science, public health, and physiotherapy. The department’s mission is to drive positive societal impact through cutting-edge research and innovation, with a strong focus on digital health. The Active Health group, to which the PhD will be affiliated, is dedicated to advancing health interventions and research. Supervision will be provided by Professor Sine Agergaard (head of research group), Professor Janus Laust Thomsen (head of the Center for General Practice), and Professor Søren Paaske Johnsen (head of the Danish Center for Health Services Research). The position is designed to prepare candidates for careers both within academia and in the commercial or public sector. At least one year before the position ends, an interview will be offered to clarify future career paths. Applicants must have a master’s degree in public health, medicine, or related fields, strong analytical and dissemination skills, and preferably experience with randomized controlled trials and process evaluation. Advanced proficiency in Danish and English (oral and written) is required, along with interpersonal and collaborative skills. The PhD program requires completion of 30 ECTS of courses, teaching or knowledge dissemination experience, and an external research stay (preferably 3-6 months abroad). Funding is provided through a PhD stipend, with salary and employment terms governed by the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state (AC collective agreement). The position is for three years and includes a mutual probationary period of three months. Aalborg University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds. Applications must be submitted via Aalborg University’s recruitment system. Required documents include a 2-page application, CV, list of publications (if available), diplomas, other relevant documents, and references. The deadline for applications is May 31, 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview on June 8, 2026. For further information, contact Annemarie Davidsen at [email protected] For more details and to apply, visit the official vacancy page.

PhD opportunity in Social Prescribing at Aalborg University Aalborg University is advertising one or more PhD stipends in Social Prescribing at the Department of Health Science and Technology , Faculty of Medicine. The position is linked to the EU-funded Social Prescribing EU (SP-EU) project and the Active Health research group. The PhD student will contribute to the first randomized controlled trial testing social prescribing in the Danish context, including a site-specific process evaluation of the trial rollout. The work involves collecting and analysing data, regular communication with participants, general practitioners, and link workers, and collaboration with the Danish research hub and the wider European consortium. Research areas and keywords: social prescribing, public health, primary health care, medicine, randomized controlled trial, process evaluation, health services research, and data analysis. Supervision: main supervisor is Professor Sine Agergaard ; co-supervisors are Professor Janus Laust Thomsen and Professor Søren Paaske Johnsen . Eligibility highlights: applicants should hold a master’s degree in public health, medicine, or a related programme. Strong analytical and dissemination skills are required. Experience with randomized controlled trials and process evaluation is an advantage. The post also requires structured working methods, strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, and advanced Danish and English language ability (oral and written). Funding and duration: the stipend is for 3 years , starting 1 August 2026 or soon thereafter. Salary and employment terms follow the Danish collective agreement. The post is full time; no specific stipend amount is stated. Application deadline: 31 May 2026 . Applicants must submit the application through Aalborg University’s recruitment system and include a motivation/background letter (max 2 pages), CV, publication list if available, diplomas, other relevant documents, and references. Interview note: candidates should reserve 8 June 2026 afternoon for a possible interview.