The Bjørn Lind Stipend
The Bjørn Lind stipend supports simulation-based research conducted in collaboration with the SAFER simulation center in Stavanger, Norway.
The stipend honors Bjørn Lind (1920-2020), the first anesthesiologist in Stavanger and an international pioneer in introducing resuscitation training to the population at-large.
Funding resources
The stipend can be awarded as:
- a postdoctoral stipend of up to NOK 1 million, or
- a PhD stipend for up to three years according to the rates of the Norwegian Research Council.
Priority considerations
The Board particularly welcomes postdoctoral applications and projects that can contribute to:
- increased practical value of health education at the University of Stavanger.
- enhanced patient safety at Stavanger University Hospital.
Examples may include:
- Studies on the extent to which simulation-based training may replace or complement clinical practice.
- Peer-led facilitation, e.g. use of students as facilitators for simulation-based education.
- The value of team debriefing from simulation practice also in clinical practice.
- Combination of centre-based and in-situ-based training in patient simulations.
Applications should include
Applicants should submit a project plan of maximum 6 pages describing:
- objectives.
- relevant theory.
- methods.
- planned scientific papers.
The proposal should:
- include a short reference list.
- describe how the project adds to current knowledge.
For PhD applications:
- the applicant must be accepted into an approved PhD programme within six months.
- the project must fit SAFER's activities.
- a recommendation letter from the planned supervisor is required.
Applicants may only submit a new application if at least one year has passed since their previous application.
Please note that AI-supported tools may be used to support our screening and review of applications. The tools are used as decision support only. All assessments and funding decisions are made by the Foundation Board.
Deadline
Application deadline: April 1 and October 1, each year.
All applications must be submitted through the Foundation’s application platform.