Dr. Jan Grimell

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jan Grimell is an Associate Professor of Sociology at Umeå University, focusing on contemporary studies of military chaplaincy and related issues concerning well-being and health of military personnel and veterans. His research emphasizes existential, spiritual, and religious perspectives on health and well-being, along with identity construction, particularly in relation to diagnoses such as PTSD and ADHD. By integrating insights from social psychology, sociology of religion, and medical sociology, Jan adopts a multifaceted approach to his research. He coordinates the European Research Unit on Military Chaplaincy and participates in several significant research projects aimed at enhancing understanding of veteran mental health, the impacts of COVID-19 on moral injury among healthcare providers, and the broader implications of military chaplaincy in contemporary settings.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2019-08-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden

Teaching and conducting research in the Department of Sociology, focusing on military chaplaincy and related health aspects.

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.