Allergist / immunologist at Landspitali, Reykjavik Iceland

Allergist / Immunologist at Landspitali, Reykjavik Iceland

Position open for application for a medical doctor with specialization in allergy and immunology. Join our enthusiastic team of allergists and immunologists in Iceland.

At the Department of Immunology, Landspitali - The National University Hospital in Reykjavik, Iceland, we have an exciting job opportunity for a medical doctor with subspecialty training in allergy/clinical immunology and/or laboratory immunology. We are a closely knit department with an emphasis on research, innovation, and clinical service, providing a wide range of services for our patients. The department serves a central role in Iceland in research, diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of patients with allergic, immunodeficiencies, and complex immune-mediated diseases.

The focus of our department's activities includes:

1. Clinical outpatient services for patients with allergies (airborne, food allergies, drug allergies, etc.), asthma, immunodeficiencies, autoimmunity, and other immune-mediated diseases.
2. Laboratory testing for service and diagnostic purposes within the field of allergy and immunology.
3. Teaching and training of health professionals and trainees.
4. Scientific research, both basic science and clinical research in the field of allergy and immunology.

The Immunology Department serves the entire nation within the field of allergy and immunology, providing patient service through laboratory testing and outpatient clinics, and being greatly involved in teaching and research. We work in close collaboration with the University of Iceland and serve a teaching role within many divisions such as the Faculty of Medicine. In 2023, the Immunology Department received accreditation from The World Allergy Organization as a 'Centre of Excellence.'

We take great pride in our working environment. The Immunology department consists of 30 FTEs, including physicians, nurses, biomedical scientists, and other healthcare support staff. We ensure that our healthcare team is at the forefront of research and innovation to provide our patients with the best possible care while striving to maintain a friendly and nurturing working environment that ensures a good work-life balance.

MAIN PROJECTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Outpatient referral clinic at the University Hospital for allergy/immunology cases.
2. Interpretation of allergy/immunology laboratory results.
3. Clinical and laboratory consultations from doctors related to our field of expertise.
4. Oversight and management of specialized laboratory tests.
5. Development and implementation of new laboratory research tests within the field.
6. Strategic planning of our laboratory services in collaboration with supervisors.
7. Other projects reflective of the individual's knowledge and experience.
8. Clinical consultation within the field of expertise.
9. Teaching, research, and innovation.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Medical license, preferably within EU, UK, or USA.
2. Subspecialty training/experience in clinical and/or basic allergy and/or immunology.
3. Engagement in further specialization in consultation with supervisors.
4. Enthusiasm, positive attitude, flexibility, and good communication skills.
5. Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
6. Experience in teaching and research is preferable.
7. Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.

FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THE POSITION AND APPLICATION:

All applications must be submitted electronically through the hospital recruitment system. The position is available upon agreement. The application deadline is up to and including November 15th, 2024. The application needs to include records of education and positions held as well as medical practice license and subspecialty licensing. A letter of introduction, eligibility, and vision should be submitted. All applicants will receive a response. The Landspitali University Hospital has an equality policy that will be considered.

For further information contact:
Sigurveig Th. Sigurðardóttir, MD, Chief of Department of Immunology and Allergy
Email:

Regarding residence and work permit, please look at our website.

To apply for the position, please click the dark blue "Sækja um starf" button on the above webpage. After this, you will be able to change the website interface to English and sign into the Icelandic State Recruitment system.

About the hospital:

Landspitali - The national university hospital of Iceland is in Reykjavik, the capital city. Landspitali is a lively and diverse workplace where over 7000 people work in multidisciplinary teams of many occupations. Landspitali's vision for the future is to be amongst the best University Hospitals where the patient is always in the forefront, with an emphasis on safety, efficiency, and high-quality service, as well as the development of human resources and continuous improvement.

Landspitali has received an equal pay certification according to the equal pay standard ÍST85:2012, audited by Versa vottun ehf.