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PhD scholarship in fish ecophysiology and ecology – DTU Aqua

A fully funded 3-year PhD position in experimental fish ecophysiology and ecology is open at DTU Aqua in Denmark (Lyngby campus). The successful candidate will join the research group of Senior Researcher Jane W. Behrens, as part of a grant from the European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF) aimed at unravelling the effects of moderate hypoxia and food quality on growth of cod. We need to understand and quantify the drivers behind the observed decline in growth and nutritional health of cod in the eastern and western Baltic stocks, to support management strategies and evaluate recovery potential.

You will join a supportive and vibrant work environment at DTU Aqua, where your PhD will be based in the Section for Marine Living Resources. Your main supervisor will be Senior Researcher Jane W. Behrens (fish ecophysiologist). You will be co-supervised by Associate Professor Mikael van Deurs (fish ecologist) and researcher Kim Birnie-Gauvin (fish ecophysiologist).

The position is open to both national and international applicants.

Responsibilities and qualifications
The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting experimental research on cod responses to suboptimal oxygen conditions, and for collecting and analyzing stomach data from cod in the central Baltic Sea and also in the Åland Sea, where cod thrive and become large.

Your primary tasks and opportunities will be to:

  • Design, establish and run experiments on responses of cod to moderate hypoxia, including measurements of metabolic rate (respirometry) and determination of specific growth rate and swimming behavior
  • Contribute to the day-to-day running of the lab (e.g. feed and maintain fish)
  • Do field samplings of cod for stomach analysis, and collect main prey of cod, for analysis of stable isotope profiles
  • Analyze data in R
  • Write manuscripts for publication in scientific journals and inclusion in your PhD thesis
  • Attend conferences to present your research and expand your academic network
  • Be involved in research abroad (e.g. field work and collaborative projects)

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated individual that can document a strong interest in fish physiology within an ecologically relevant context. You are expected to conduct rigorous experiments and data analyses, participate in field samplings and analysis of collected data, possess a strong scientific integrity, and have the ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English. While some aspects of the PhD project are fixed (see bullet points above), the final project will be developed in collaboration with the supervisors, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence the project based on their own ideas. Prior experience in working with fish in an experimental context is considered an asset, and proven skills in statistical analysis are expected (preferably in R).

You must have a two-year master’s degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master’s degree.

Approval and Enrolment
The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval, and the candidate will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme, please see DTU’s rules for the PhD education.

Assessment
Interviews for the PhD position will be held either online or in person at DTU Aqua (Henrik Dams Alle, Building 202, 2800 Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark). You will be notified whether you have been short-listed for an interview within approximately three weeks after the closing date for applications.

We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.

Salary and appointment terms 
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union. The period of employment is 3 years, which is the standard duration of the PhD programme in Denmark.

You will be based at DTU Aqua in Lyngby, 16 km north of Denmark’s capital, Copenhagen. Copenhagen is a highly international city (basically everyone speaks English), with ample opportunities for cultural and recreational activities, and Denmark has a very high standard of living.

The successful candidate is expected to start on August 1st 2024.

You can read more about career paths at DTU here.

Further information
Please do not hesitate to contact Jane W. Behrens with questions about the position, project, application requirements (detailed below), or living in Denmark. Jane can be contacted informally by e-mail (jabeh@aqua.dtu.dk).

You can also read more about DTU Aqua here.

If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark. Furthermore, you have the option of joining our monthly free seminar “PhD relocation to Denmark and startup “Zoom” seminar” for all questions regarding the practical matters of moving to Denmark and working as a PhD at DTU.

Application procedure 
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 24 March 2024 (23:59 Danish time).

Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link “Apply now”, fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:

  • A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) including official description of grading scale
  • Contact information (name, affiliation, e-mail, and phone number) for at least one but ideally two people who have agreed to act as academic references for you, and who can comment on your suitability for a PhD position
  • Other material that you would like to include in the evaluation of your application

You may apply prior to ob­tai­ning your master’s degree but cannot begin before having received it.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion, or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.

DTU Aqua – the Danish National Institute of Aquatic Resources – investigates the biology and population ecology of aquatic organisms, aquatic physical and chemical processes, and ecosystem structure and dynamics. As a leading international institute for aquatic sciences, fisheries, and aquaculture, DTU Aqua conducts basic and applied research, provides advice, educates at university level, and contributes to innovation in sustainable exploitation and management of aquatic resources. The goal of DTU Aqua’s research is to build knowledge of how aquatic organisms and ecosystems function and interact, and to address the environmental consequences of human activities in the aquatic environment.

Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.

Deadline: 2024-03-24 at 23:59
Unit: dtu

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Postdoctoral position

Published: 2024-02-19

The Department of Immunology, Genetics and Pathology at Uppsala University has a broad research profile with strong research groups focused on cancer, autoimmune and genetic diseases. A fundamental idea at the department is to stimulate translational research and thereby closer interactions between medical research and health care. Research is presently conducted in the following areas: cancer precision medicine, cancer immunotherapy, genomics and neurobiology, molecular tools and functional genomics, neuro-oncology and neurodegeneration and vascular biology. Department activities are also integrated with the units for Oncology, Clinical Genetics, Clinical Immunology, Clinical Pathology, and Hospital Physics at Akademiska sjukhuset, Uppsala. The department has teaching assignments in several education programmes, including Master Programmes, at the Faculty of Medicine, and at the Disciplinary Domain of Science and Technology. The department has a yearly turnover of around SEK 500 million, out of which more than half is made up of external funding. The staff amounts to approximately 345 employees, out of which 100 are PhD-students, and there are in total more than 700 affiliated people. Feel free to read more about the department’s activities here: www.igp.uu.se

Duties
The research group is studying the Ras-like family of Rho GTPases, which are key regulators of the actin filament system and thereby control vital cellular processes such as cell morphogenesis, cell polarity and cell migration. The research is aimed to elucidate the Rho-dependent signalling mechanisms in health and disease. The project is focused on the role of the so-called atypical Rho GTPases, which is a subclass of the Rho GTPases, in rare cancers, such as malignant mesothelioma. The project will involve cell biology and imaging methods but also omics-techniques, such as proteomics and transcriptomics, as well as bioinformatics. The principal goal is to elucidate the mechanisms behind the derailed function of atypical Rho GTPases in cancer cell migration and metastasis and to identify new targets for drug treatment. The applicant will be able to act as a supervisor for students doing thesis or temporary project work in the group. The applicant will moreover participate in group-wide activities such as lab meetings, journal clubs etc. The applicant is expected to work independently to plan and conduct experiments and analyses within the specified research area.

Requirements
PhD degree in molecular cell biology or a foreign degree equivalent to a PhD degree in molecular cell biology. The degree needs to be obtained by the time of the decision of employment. Those who have obtained a PhD degree three years prior to the application deadline are primarily considered for the employment. The starting point of the three-year frame period is the application deadline. Due to special circumstances, the degree may have been obtained earlier. The three-year period can be extended due to circumstances such as sick leave, parental leave, duties in labour unions, etc.
The applicant should have a strong background in molecular cell biology with a focus on cancer. The project requires that the applicant has excellent laboratory skills and is familiar with computational analysis of experimental data. Examples of methods with which the applicant must have solid experience include advanced microscopy analysis such as fluorescence microscopy, confocal microscopy and live cell imaging. The applicant should also have good knowledge in image analysis, morphometric analysis of cells. Applicants should also have general skills in common lab work such as cell culture, bacterial culture, DNA analysis, protein analysis. Knowledge of bioinformatics is an advantage.

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position of 2 years according to central collective agreement, with the posibility of 1 year extension Full time position. Starting date as agreed. Placement: Uppsala

For further information about the position, please contact: Pontus Aspenström, pontus.aspenstrom@igp.uu.se

Please submit your application by 2 April 2024, UFV-PA 2023/1456.

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Submit your application through Uppsala University’s recruitment system.

Deadline: 2024-04-02 at 23:59
Unit: Department of Immunology, Genetics and Pathology

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Postdoctoral fellow in molecular medicine

Ref PAR 2024/152

The department is responsible for postgraduate education in the subject area Natural Sciences with a focus on chemistry, biophysics, biology and educational science. In addition, the department hosts educational programs in molecular biology, genomics and systems biology, chemistry, organic chemistry and pharmaceutical chemistry, as well as prescription education. The department collaborates with various societal actors such as schools, business and authorities. The Department of Chemistry and Molecular Biology has around 200 employees. We are located in central premises on Campus Medicinareberget in Gothenburg. 

Prof Margit Mahlapuu’s research group is focusing on studying the molecular mechanisms and new treatment strategies of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and related complex metabolic diseases with high unmet medical need.

Duties 

The work description includes experimental work within metabolic disease area combining translational studies with experiments in cell culture, human tissue samples, as well as genetically modified animal models combining the molecular biology tools with physiological assessments. 

Qualifications 

The successful applicant has educational background (PhD level) within molecular biology or related, with knowledge of techniques and methods which are used within molecular biology research. Previous experience with cultured mammalian cells and experimental animals is a requirement as well as excellence in techniques such as qRT PCR, Western blot, and ELISA. 

Previous knowledge in relation to sectioning, staining, and histomorphological analysis of tissue samples is an advantage.

Employment 

Fixed term during two years full time (100%) at the Department of Chemistry and Molecular Biology. 

Contact information for the post 

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Professor Margit Mahlapuu, e-mail: margit.mahlapuu@gu.se 

Unions 

Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss/hjalp-for-sokande 

Application 

To apply for a position at the University of Gothenburg, you have to create an account in our recruitment system. Submit your application via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal by clicking the “Apply” button. It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per the vacancy notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline. 

The application must include:

  • Application Letter
  • Curriculum vitae including List of Publications if applicable
  • List of References

Applications must be received by: 2024-03-13

 

The University works actively to achieve a working environment with equal conditions, and values the qualities that diversity brings to its operations.

Salaries are set individually at the University.

In accordance with the National Archives of Sweden’s regulations, the University must archive application documents for two years after the appointment is filled. If you request that your documents are returned, they will be returned to you once the two years have passed. Otherwise, they will be destroyed.

In connection to this recruitment, we have already decided which recruitment channels we should use. We therefore decline further contact with vendors, recruitment and staffing companies.

Deadline: 2024-03-13 at 23:59
Unit: Health/Life sciences

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Postdoctoral Researcher in tumor immunology

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

We are looking for an ambitious postdoc with solid single-cell immunology skills to join our highly accomplished team of immunologists in a project funded by the Swedish Cancer Society. We offer a stimulating environment in a rapidly moving research frontier.

Your mission

The Mjösberg group studies the development, regulation and function of innate lymphoid cells (ILCs), in humans, and how these cells contribute to pathology in mucosal organs such as the lung and gut. The studies are translational as they involve advanced basic molecular and cellular immunological investigations of precious human tissue samples to discover novel disease mechanisms, therapy targets and improved strategies for personalized treatment. The Mjösberg group consists of two team leaders, two PhD students, five postdocs and a lab manager working closely together with clinical partners at several Swedish hospitals and laboratory facilities at Science for Life Laboratories (SciLifeLab), Karolinska Institutet and abroad.

The Mjösberg group is internationally recognized as a leader in the field through several high impact publications in recent years (Nat Comm 2020, Cell Res 2021, Sci Imm 2022, Cell Rep Med 2023 etc). In particular, the postdoc will continue the successful line of investigations utilizing single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) to dissect human intestinal mucosal lymphocyte biology in health and disease.

The project has already generated scRNA-seq data as well as multicolor flow cytometry data of human intratumoral lymphocytes and stromal cells in colorectal cancer. The postdoc will now analyze these data and perform functional experiments (in vitro differentiation, co-cultures etc) together with another postdoc in the team and gastrosurgeons at Karolinska University Hospital. As this is a team effort, excellent communication skills are essential, as is proven ability to work in multidisciplinary teams. It is expected that the postdoc also supervise students and other researchers if necessary, as well as contribute to common lab duties.

The postdoc will be a part of the Center for Infectious Medicine (CIM), Karolinska Institutet, which is a nationally leading and internationally competitive center for human translational immunology and infectious diseases research. The center consists of approximately 25 graduate students and 25 postdocs organized around 14 independent research groups.

Your profile

To be eligible for employment as a postdoctor a doctoral degree or a foreign degree deemed to be equivalent to a doctoral degree is required. This eligibility requirement must be fulfilled at the latest at the time of the employment decision. It is considered as an advantage if you have completed your doctoral degree within the last three years, if there are special reasons, your degree may have been completed earlier.

The candidate must hold a PhD equivalent to a Swedish doctoral degree in the field of immunology. The candidate must fully master multidimensional (>20 parameters) flow cytometry analysis and sorting, as well as be experienced in scRNAseq including analysis. Experience in isolation and in vitro culturing of primary immune cells is a requirement, as is basic functional in vitro assessments of immune cell function such as intracellular cytokine stainings, ELISA etc. The candidate should have a strong publication track-record. The candidate should be self-motivated, have good communications skills and a proven ability to interact effectively and work productively in an interdisciplinary team. Fluency in English is a requirement.

What do we offer?

A creative and inspiring environment with wide-ranging expertise and interests. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world’s leading medical universities. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. At KI, you get to meet researchers working with a wide range of specialisms and methods, giving you ample opportunity to exchange knowledge and experience with the various scientific fields within medicine and health. It is the crossover collaborations, which have pushed KI to where it is today, at the forefront of global research. Several of the people you meet in healthcare are educated at KI. A close relationship with the health care providers is important for creating groundbreaking top quality education and research. Karolinska Institutet is also a state university, which entitles you to several benefits through our collective agreement.


Location:
Flemingsberg


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Application

An employment application must contain the following documents in English or Swedish:

  • A complete resumé, including date of the thesis defence, title of the thesis, previous academic positions, academic title, current position, academic distinctions, and committee work
  • A complete list of publications
  • A summary of current work (no more than one page)

Welcome to apply at the latest 2024-03-31

The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system.

 

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Deadline: 2024-03-31 at 23:59
Unit: Forskargrupp Hartman

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Postdoctoral Researcher in Integrative Structural Biology of Fertilization

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

Recognition and fusion of the female and male gametes, egg and sperm, marks the beginning of the life of a new individual. Join the research group of Professor Luca Jovine (http://jovinelab.org) and combine molecular and cell biology, biochemistry and structural biology to shed light on a biological event that is not only fundamental from a basic science point of view but has also major implications for the future of human reproductive medicine!

We are looking for two Postdoctoral fellows to join Professor Luca Jovine´s research group at the department of Biosciences and Nutrition in Campus Flemingsberg. The department resides in Neo, a biomedical research building, aimed at being a creative and open environment that enables meetings, synergies, and exploration of areas of mutual interest across disciplines. For more information, see department of Biosciences and Nutrition

For recent examples about the group’s science, please see: Nishio et al. bioRxiv 10.1101/2023.06.21.544075 (2023); Moi et al. Nat. Commun. 13:3880 (2022); Stsiapanava et al. Nat. Struct. Mol. Biol. 29:190-3 (2022); Stsiapanava et al. EMBO J. 39:e106807 (2020); Nishimura et al. Nat. Commun. 10:3086 (2019); Raj et al. Cell 169:1315–26 (2017).

Your profile

The candidate that we are looking for could have either of the following two profiles or, ideally, an expertise that matches both:

(1) You are a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow who would like to identify and characterize key protein-protein interactions mediating gamete recognition and fusion across the evolutionary tree. Candidates should have significant hands-on experience in mammalian and/or insect cell expression, purification, and biochemical characterization of proteins. Experience in analyzing protein-protein interactions using different techniques and approaches is also required, while practical knowledge in developing and expressing monoclonal antibodies will be considered an advantage. Experience in X-ray crystallography and/or cryo-EM, as well as a working knowledge of deep learning-based protein structure prediction, are highly desirable but not obligatory.

(2) You are a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow who would like to spearhead new discoveries into the molecular mechanism of egg-sperm interaction at fertilization by combining cryo-EM and X-ray crystallography with artificial intelligence-based protein structure predictions. Against this background, the candidate should have significant experience in using experimental and/or computational structural biology to study protein-protein interactions, particularly in the context of biological systems that involve membrane proteins. Previous experience in biochemically identifying and characterizing protein complexes, as well as in mammalian and/or insect cell expression, is also highly desirable. 

At least one first author paper in a high-quality international peer-reviewed journal, fluency in English (both written and oral), good team spirit and a very strong personal drive to excel in science are required.

Eligibility requirements

To be eligible for employment as a postdoctor a doctoral degree or a foreign degree deemed to be equivalent to a doctoral degree is required. This eligibility requirement must be fulfilled at the latest at the time of the employment decision. It is considered as an advantage if you have completed your doctoral degree within the last three years, if there are special reasons, your degree may have been completed earlier.

What do we offer?

This position is a temporary contract as a Postdoc for two years. There is a possibility for extension depending on funding availability.

A creative and inspiring environment with wide-ranging expertise and interests. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world’s leading medical universities. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. At KI, you get to meet researchers working with a wide range of specialisms and methods, giving you ample opportunity to exchange knowledge and experience with the various scientific fields within medicine and health. It is the crossover collaborations, which have pushed KI to where it is today, at the forefront of global research. Several of the people you meet in healthcare are educated at KI. A close relationship with the health care providers is important for creating groundbreaking top quality education and research. Karolinska Institutet is also a state university, which entitles you to several benefits through our collective agreement.

With its close integration of academic and clinical research, the KI Department of Biosciences and Nutrition offers a highly international and collaborative environment for biomedical studies. In particular, the Jovine laboratory has state-of-the-art equipment for recombinant protein expression in mammalian cells, insect cells and bacteria, protein purification, and sample characterization (SEC-MALS, microscale thermophoresis, biolayer interferometry). Additionally, it has access to the Biophysical Protein Characterization Platform of KI’s Protein Science Facility (https://ki.se/en/research/protein-science-facility) and multiple mass spectrometry facilities for protein identification, posttranslational modification analysis and quantitative proteomics
(https://ki.se/en/research/proteomics-biomedicum-core-facility ) and (https://ki.se/en/mbb/chemical-proteomics-core-facility). For EM data collection, it has access to the Cryo-EM Swedish National Facility nodes at Stockholm SciLifeLab and Umeå Core Facility for Electron Microscopy (UCEM) (https://www.scilifelab.se/facilities/cryo-em), as well as access to the 3DEM facility of KI (https://ki.se/cmb/3d-em); additionally, the lab can access different synchrotron/EM data collection sites (ESRF, MAX IV, DLS) and, to supplement local GPU-equipped workstations, has the possibility to access the Berzelius AI/ML cluster at the National Supercomputer Centre (https://www.nsc.liu.se/systems/berzelius).

Location: Campus Flemingsberg

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Application

An employment application must contain the following documents in English:

  • A complete resumé, including date of the thesis defence, title of the thesis, previous academic positions, academic title, current position, academic distinctions, and committee work
  • A complete list of publications
  • A summary of current work (no more than one page)
  • A cover letter highlighting your motivation to join the laboratory (no more than one page)
  • Name and contact information of three references, including the Ph.D. thesis supervisor

Welcome to apply at the latest 19 March 2024.

The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system.

Want to make a difference? Join us and contribute to better health for all

Deadline: 2024-03-19 at 23:59
Unit: Forskargrupp Hartman

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PhD position in nitrous oxide and ammonia emissions form field applied manure

Applicants are invited for a PhD fellowship/scholarship at Graduate School of Technical Sciences, Aarhus University, Denmark, within the Biological and Chemical Engineering programme. The position is available from 1 June 2024 or later. You can submit your application via the link under ‘how to apply’.
 

Title:
PhD position in nitrous oxide and ammonia emissions form field applied manure

Research area and project description:
The PhD candidate will study the effects of three soil types on the emissions of nitrous oxide and ammonia after application of liquid animal manure (slurry) with two application techniques. Overall, the PhD student will undertake the following tasks:

  • Plan and execute side-by-side field campaigns in a unique semi-field facility throughout two years.
  • Measure ammonia with dynamic flux chambers coupled with high-time resolution online measurements by cavity ring-down spectrometer.
  • Measure nitrous oxide with manual chambers.
  • Process data from the field campaigns with relevant computational techniques for data treatment and modelling.
  • Assess slurry application technologies according to their climate- and environmental impact.
  • Collaborate with researchers in the project regarding overall nitrogen losses, soil properties and management practices.
  • Publish research results.

The PhD student will be supervised by three researchers, covering the different research areas the PhD work will cover.

The semi-field facility gives the unique opportunity to measure emissions from three soil types in parallel. The semi-field facility is equipped with lysimeters below the soil parcels, which will be used to measure the nitrate leaching from the parcels.

Reducing nitrous oxide and ammonia emissions from agricultural soils is a high national priority. Fertilizing crops with slurry is associated with significant nitrogen losses, including ammonia and nitrous oxide emissions to the atmosphere and nitrate leaching. Soil type variation among farms, regional and temporal variations in rainfall, and different application methods all have potentially large effects on the nitrogen losses.

A single environmental and management factor can affect the different N loss pathways differently, making it necessary to consider all pathways together to avoid ‘pollution swapping’ and find the optimal balance between the different N losses to best protect the environment, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and support agricultural production.

The project is expected to provide strong scientific contributions to achieving a balance between emissions of greenhouse gasses and N-use efficiency for grassland.

Project description For technical reasons, you must upload a project description. Please simply copy the project description above and upload it as a PDF in the application.

Qualifications and specific competences:

  • Applicants must have a relevant Master’s degree in Engineering, Animal Science, Agronomy, Biology, Environmental Science or related areas.
  • Experience with field work/experiments, analytical chemistry, data treatment with R, MatLab, Python or similar language is an advantage.
  • Drivers Licence is a requirement. 
  • Further requirements are fluency in English (both oral and written), good reporting/organization skills and being able to work independently.
     

Place of employment and place of work:
The place of employment is Aarhus University, and the place of work is Blichers Alle 20, 8830 Tjele, Denmark

Contacts:
Applicants seeking further information are invited to contact:

  • Anders Peter S. Adamsen,apa@bce.au.dk (main supervisor)

How to apply:
Please follow this link to submit your application.

Application deadline is 14 March 2024 at 23:59 CET

Preferred starting date is 1 June 2024

For information about application requirements and mandatory attachments, please see our application guide.

Please note:

  • Only documents received prior to the application deadline will be evaluated. Thus, documents sent after deadline will not be taken into account.
  • The programme committee may request further information or invite the applicant to attend an interview.
  • Shortlisting will be used, which means that the evaluation committee only will evaluate the most relevant applications.

Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply, regardless of their personal background. Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with applicable collective agreement.   

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Phd research fellow in the SFF Centre for Embryology and Healthy development (CRESCO)

Phd research fellow in the SFF Centre for Embryology and Healthy development (CRESCO)

Job description

A 3-year Ph.D. position is available at the Centre for Embryology and Healthy Development (CRESCO; recently launched Norwegian Centre of Excellence). The candidate will work in the Stem Cells, Ageing and Cancer group under the supervision of Deputy Centre Director and Associate Professor Lorena Arranz, located at the Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo. The team of co-supervisors will include Centre Director and Professor Arne Klungland and other researchers.

More about the position

CRESCO will explore the role of dynamic epigenetic and epitranscriptomic modifications in oocytes, embryos and stem cells, unraveling their functional impact on embryogenesis, stem cell function and malignancy. Our One-Health approach will investigate model organisms, livestock, and human embryogenesis and health, fostering collaborations across basic research and medicine.

This Ph.D. project will focus on understanding the expression control of selected genes in the development of acute myeloid leukemia in human patients. The Ph.D. project is a follow-up of our recent findings (Villatoro et al., Nat Commun, 2023).

The candidate will learn and perform mouse and human stem cell function work ex vivo and in vivo, including gold standard techniques like transplantation and xenograft. Additionally, the candidate will apply CRISPR edition on healthy and malignant stem cells and use their knowledge to contribute to improve current CRISPR techniques to long-term hematopoietic stem cells.

In particular, the candidate will focus on deciphering the role of selective gene variants and epigenetic mechanisms on stem cell transformation and acute myeloid leukemia pathogenesis. In the future, this work will help select the patients with best chances of success for selective therapies to be tested in clinical trial.

The candidate will work with experts in the field of stem cell biology, epigenomics and CRISPR, and will enjoy a close collaboration within a dynamic and ambitious team recently transitioned to the University of Oslo. Our labs are physically located at SINTEF, Forskningsveien 1, Oslo.

The research fellow must take part in the Faculty’s approved PhD program and is expected to complete the project within the set fellowship period. The main purpose of the fellowship is research training leading to the successful completion of a PhD degree.

Qualification requirements

  • Master’s degree in molecular biology/molecular medicine.
  • FELASA certificate to work with mice
  • Experience with stem cells, hematopoietic stem cells in particular
  • Basic molecular biology techniques, such as Nucleic acid extraction, qPCR, western blot
  • Experience with CRISPR
  • Experience with working in multi-disciplinary teams
  • Professional written and verbal English language competency

The following qualifications will be considered desirable:

  • Experience with bioinformatics in addition to molecular biology or (bio)medicine.
  • Experience with mouse models

Personal skills

  • Highly motivated 
  • Self-driven
  • Team worker

We offer

  • An ambitious and stimulating research environment
  • Salary NOK 532 200 – 575 400 per annum in a position code SKO 1017 depending on qualifications
  • Favorable pension arrangements (Statens Pensjonskasse) 

  • Advantageous welfare conditions

More information can be found here: http://www.uio.no/english/for-employees/employment/

How to apply

The application must include the following:

  • Master degree transcript
  • Cover letter stating your motivation, scientific background, and research interests,
  • A detailed CV, 2-3 references (name, institution, e-mail, telephone number, and relation to the candidate)

The application with attachments must be submitted in English and uploaded in pdf format in our electronic recruiting system linked in the announcement. Please follow the link “apply for this job.”

While the recruitment system includes a basic CV, we ask candidates to include a detailed CV in pdf format with their application. Applications without a cover letter and detailed CV will be rejected.

Eligible applicants might be called in for an interview.

Formal regulations

Please see the guidelines and regulations for appointments to Research Fellowships at the University of Oslo.

No one can be appointed for more than one PhD Research Fellowship period at the University of Oslo.

According to the Norwegian Freedom of Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.

The appointment may be shortened/given a more limited scope within the framework of the applicable guidelines on account of any previous employment in academic positions.

The University of Oslo has an agreement for all employees, aiming to secure rights to research results etc.

Inclusion and diversity are a strength. The University of Oslo has a personnel policy objective of achieving a balanced gender composition. Furthermore, we want employees with diverse professional expertise, life experience and perspectives.

If there are qualified applicants with disabilities, employment gaps or immigrant background, we will invite at least one applicant from each of these categories to an interview.

Contact information

For any informal inquiries regarding the position, please contact;

Associate Professor Lorena Arranz, e-mail:lorena.arranz@medisin.uio.no

For questions regarding the application process, please contact;

HR senior adviser Mija Nikolaisen, tel. +47 22844687, e-mail: mija.nikolaisen@medisin

About the University of Oslo 

The University of Oslo is Norway’s oldest and highest ranked educational and research institution, with 28 000 students and 7000 employees. With its broad range of academic disciplines and internationally recognised research communities, UiO is an important contributor to society.

 

The Institute of Clinical Medicine (Klinmed) is one of three institutes under the Faculty. Klinmed is responsible for the Faculty’s educational and research activities at Oslo University Hospital and Akershus University Hospital. With about 800 employees spread over approximately 425 man-labour years, Klinmed is the university’s largest institute. Our activities follow the clinical activity at the hospitals and are spread across a number of geographical areas.

Deadline: 2024-03-04 at 23:59
Unit: Health/Life sciences

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Postdoctoral studies in vascular/aneurysmal biology (scholarship)

Do you want to contribute to improving human health?

 

Opportunity to be part of Karolinska Institutet, one of the world’s leading medical universities, and the Cardiovascular medicine research at the Department of Medicine, Solna. Our lab offers a creative, collaborative, and supportive research environment, with access to cutting-edge technology, modern infrastructure and daily seminars and lectures by world-leading scientists.

Division

The department of Medicine, Solna is one of the largest departments at Karolinska Institutet, and consists of several divisions divided into different research groups. The research at the division of Cardiovascular medicine ranges from basic research at the molecular and cellular level translational and clinical studies.

Specifically, our research team aims to reveal the disease mechanisms underlying ascending aortic aneurysmal disease. A unique in its kind clinical cohort and biobank has been built in close collaboration with the Cardiothoracic Surgery Unit, Karolinska University Hospital Solna, enablig patient-specific phenotyping. We integrate molecular cell biology, multiomic analysis, epidemiology, and genetics to unravel disease pathogenesis, with several national as well as international collaborators.

Duties

We are looking for a highly motivated post-doctoral fellow to strengthen our team. You should have a broad knowledge and experience in experimental work, data analysis and processing of data, preferably in the cardiovascular field. You will work closely in a team with molecular biologists, laboratory technicians, clinicians, PhD-students and bioinformaticians where your role will be to lead and perform experimental work using molecular and cellular biology technique such as siRNA, histology and microscopy, next generation sequencing and cell culture models, conduct data analysis, but also participate in the collection and handling of surgical biopsies. You will also participate in supervising doctoral and master/undergraduate students. We expect you to work in a diligent and responsible way, generating properly controlled scientific data of high quality.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for a postdoctoral scholarship, you must have obtained a doctorate, or a foreign degree deemed to be equivalent to a doctorate, preferably in the field of vascular biology, molecular biology, or related fields. You should be creative and goal-oriented, with a scientific drive and proven scientific track record. You should also be able to work independently and take a strong lead in managing the progress of the project. Previous experience within the field of vascular cell biology is particularly meriting. Handling and analysis of omics data and the programming language R skills is meriting. Good communication skills in English, spoken and written, are required. Personal suitability for the group will be a strong selection criterion.

Scholarships for postdoctoral qualification can be established for foreign researchers who place their qualifications in Sweden. The purpose of scholarships for postdoctoral qualification is to promote internationalization and contribute to research qualification after a doctorate or equivalent.
A scholarship for carrying out postdoctoral research can be granted for a maximum of two years within a four year period following the receipt of a doctoral degree or equivalent.
To be eligible for a postdoctoral scholarship, the person must have obtained a doctorate or a foreign degree deemed to be equivalent to a doctorate. Applicants who have not completed a doctorate at the end of the application period may also apply, provided that all requirements for a completed degree are met before the (intended) start date of the post doctoral education.

The head of the department determines whether their previous training and scholarly qualifications correspond to a Swedish doctorate or higher.

Location

The position is located within the Department of Medicine, Solna. The department consists of eleven divisions and each division consists of several research groups. The position is located within the research group P. Olofsson, Team Björck (https://staff.ki.se/people/hanna-bjorck), Division of Cardiovascular Medicine.

Type of scholarship

The amount is tax free and it is set for twelve months at a time, paid out on a six months basis. In exceptional cases, shorter periods may be acceptable.

Application process

An application must contain the following documents in English or Swedish:

  • A complete curriculum vitae, including date of the thesis defence, title of the thesis, previous academic positions, academic title, current position, academic distinctions, and committee work
  • A complete list of publications
  • A summary of current work (no more than one page)

The application is to be submitted on the Varbi recruitment system.

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Deadline: 2024-03-17 at 23:59
Unit: Forskargrupp Hartman

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PhD student in Evolutionary Genomics

Published: 2024-02-19

The Department of Ecology and Genetics (IEG) is an international environment with staff and students from all over the world. Our research spans from evolutionary ecology and genetics to ecosystem studies. Learn more at www.ieg.uu.se.

A PhD student position in evolutionary genomics, with specific focus on biology and evolution of lichen photobionts is now available within the Evolutionary Biology Program at IEG.

Project description

Lichens, symbiotic organisms composed of fungi, photobionts (algal partners), and bacteria, play crucial roles, particularly in cold environments, contributing significantly to biogeochemical cycles and trophic interactions. Recent scientific evidence suggests that lichen photobionts play decisive roles in lichen adaptation to different environments, yet the mechanisms behind this are poorly understood. Furthermore, the absence of comprehensive genomic data on lichen photobionts has resulted in limited understanding of their biology and evolution, ranging from species diversity and distribution ranges to genome characteristics and adaptive abilities.

This project aims to address significant gaps in lichen biology and evolution. Specifically, the doctoral student will investigate the genetic diversity, phylogenetic relationships, and genomic features of lichen photobionts. Additionally, the student will study the population structure, distribution ranges, and dispersal mechanisms of the most common lichen photobionts—the green algal species from the genus Trebouxia. This research will establish a solid foundation for future lichen studies and has the potential to yield groundbreaking insights into the biology and evolution of one of the most important yet poorly understood lichen symbiotic partners—the lichen photobionts.

Throughout the doctoral program, the student will learn and employ a combination of bioinformatic methods, molecular lab work, culturing techniques, and experimental studies of photobionts, alongside microscopy techniques. The student will integrate methods from phylogenomics, comparative genomics, and population genetics to analyze the data.

Ioana Onut Brännström’s research encompasses various aspects of lichen evolution, from studying the phylogeography and mating system of lichenized fungi to exploring the impact of natural and anthropogenic factors on lichen photobionts.

Duties
The selected candidate will be responsible for performing molecular laboratory work, including DNA/RNA extraction, quantitative PCR, library preparation, and sequencing using short and long read sequencing technologies. Additionally, the PhD-student will be tasked with growing and maintaining Trebouxia axenic cultures, conducting experimental evolution studies on cultures, analyzing different types of ‘omics’ data, and utilizing microscopy techniques to describe the morphological characteristics of identified Trebouxia species.

We anticipate the candidate to actively participate in the everyday activities of the research group and at the Program/Department.

Qualifications required
To meet the entry requirements for doctoral studies, you must

  • hold a Master’s (second-cycle) degree in Evolutionary Biology, Systematic Biology, Population Genomics, or a related field
  • have completed at least 240 credits in higher education with at least 60 credits at Master’s level including an independent project worth at least 15 credits, or
  • have acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way.

The applicant should master the main concepts in evolutionary biology and/or systematics. Proficiency in, or a keen interest to learn, molecular lab work, cultivation and maintenance of algal cultures, and bioinformatic analyses is essential.

We attach great importance to personal qualities, such as a passion for discovery, initiative, creative thinking and stress-resilience. The ideal candidate should have a genuine interest for scientific research, thrive in a collaborative environment, and demonstrate initiative and responsibility in managing their own tasks and projects. We are seeking someone who can maintain motivation and efficiency even in the face of setbacks. The candidate must be able to express themselves very well in spoken as well as written English.

Qualifications desired
Additional skills, such as wet lab techniques, basic knowledge in Linux and other computer languages.

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position according to the Higher Education Ordinance chapter 5 §7. Scope of employment: full-time. Starting date 2024-05-01 or as agreed. Location: Uppsala.

Rules governing PhD students are set out in the Higher Education Ordinance chapter 5, §§ 1-7 and in Uppsala University’s rules and guidelines.

For further information about the position, please contact
Researcher, Group Leader, Ioana Onut Bränntröm, ioana.brannstrom@ebc.uu.se.

Application instructions
The application should include 1) a letter describing yourself, your research interests, why you want to pursue a Ph.D., and why you are suitable for the position (maximum of 2 pages), 2) your CV, 3) a brief description of your education, 4) a copy of your master’s degree and your course grades, along with a copy of your master’s thesis, 5) names and contact details of at least two referees (email addresses and phone numbers), and 6) any publications if applicable. The application should be written in English.

Please submit your application by 18 Mars 2024, UFV-PA 2024/510.

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Submit your application through Uppsala University’s recruitment system.

Deadline: 2024-03-18 at 23:59
Unit: Health/Life sciences

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Post-doctoral fellow/ Researcher in cancer epigenomics

Post-doctoral fellow/ Researcher in cancer epigenomics

Job description

A two-year extendable post-doc/researcher position funded by the Norwegian Cancer Society is available in the group of Dr. Biswajyoti Sahu at the Centre for Molecular Medicine (NCMM, Nordic EMBL partnership institute), Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Norway. We are seeking a highly motivated and talented experimental wet-lab scientist for working in the field of cancer epigenomics and transcriptional regulation.

Our group investigates the role of transcription factors in human diseases using modern genome-wide methods for regulatory genomic features and chromatin architecture. The project involves working with mammalian cell lines, 3D organoid cultures and stem cell-based methods. We utilize a wide range of cutting-edge genome-wide approaches, from ChIP-seq, CUT&RUN and HiChIP to single-nuclei multiome RNA-seq and ATAC-seq assays, epigenetics analysis using Illumina and single-molecule nanopore sequencing, as well as CRISPR-based approaches for genome editing. We offer a position in an ambitious and inter-disciplinary team and an exciting project focusing on the role of transcription factors and enhancer malfunction in development of enhanceropathies such as cancer.

Qualification requirements 

We seek highly motivated individuals with an excellent track record and a strong drive for academic research. Ideal candidate will have:

  • A PhD degree in any relevant field of life sciences with at least one published first-author paper (for the Postdoctoral fellow, position code 1352)  OR
  • A PhD degree in any relevant field of life sciences with a successfully completed post-doctoral period with a strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals (for the Researcher, position code 1109)
  • Proven, documented research experience in one or more of the following fields: transcriptional regulation, cancer research, stem cell biology, functional genomics and/or epigenomics (bulk/single-cell)
  • Prior experience in mammalian cell-based assays, genomic methods like chromatin immunoprecipitation, RNA-seq, ATAC-seq techniques is desirable.
  • Working experience with organoid culture system and mouse models is considered desirable
  • Generation and/or analysis of high-throughput omics datasets is desirable, although not mandatory
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English

Ability to work independently and to operate as a team player in multi-disciplinary projects is a must, and willingness to supervise students and staff is important. A good understanding of biochemistry and molecular biology, genomics experiments and bioinformatics is expected, and knowledge about relevant data analysis is considered a plus. Candidates with strong publication record will be given preference.

Personal skills

  • Ability to work in independently and as part of a tea
  • Strong motivation for scientific research
  • Willingness to supervise students
  • Organised

We offer

  • Salary NOK 575 400 – 667 700 per annum depending on qualifications
  • An exciting project utilizing cutting-edge genomics methods to understand molecular basis of cancer
  • A position in an ambitious, multi-disciplinary and well-resourced group that is comprised of both wet-lab and computational scientists
  • Attractive welfare benefits and a generous pension agreement, in addition to Oslo’s family-friendly environment with its rich opportunities for culture and outdoor activities

For more information about our current research operations and our latest publications (including Fei et al. Developmental Cell 2023; Karttunen and Patel et al, Nature Communications 2023, Sahu et al, Nature Genetics, 2022; Sahu et al, Oncogene, 2021), see https://sahulab.org. The position is offered in our well-funded and modern fully equipped laboratory in NCMM located in the Oslo Science Park near Blindern campus of University of Oslo. The advertised position will start from beginning of April 2024 or as soon as possible.

How to apply

The application must include

  • Cover Letter stating motivation, research interests and work experience.
  • A recent CV with a complete list of scientific publications
  • Copies of certificates and grades with explanation of the grading system
  • Two–three reference letters in addition to the contact details of the referees (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and telephone number)

The application with attachments must be delivered in our electronic recruiting system. Foreign applicants are advised to attach an explanation of their University’s grading system. Please note that all documents should be in English. PDF copies of published manuscripts and other course work certificates are not required (provide this information in the list of publications in your CV).

Interviews with the best qualified candidates will be arranged. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis till a suitable candidate is found and expected to join as soon as possible.

Interviews with the best qualified candidates will be arranged. It is expected that the successful candidate will be able to complete the project in the course of the period of employment.

Formal regulations

Please see the guidelines and regulations for appointments to Postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Oslo.

No one can be appointed for more than one Postdoctoral Fellow period at the University of Oslo.

According to the Norwegian Freedom of Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.

Inclusion and diversity are a strength. The University of Oslo has a personnel policy objective of achieving a balanced gender composition. Furthermore, we want employees with diverse professional expertise, life experience and perspectives.

If there are qualified applicants with disabilities, employment gaps or immigrant background, we will invite at least one applicant from each of these categories to an interview.

Contact information

Inquiries about the positions can be directed to Group Leader Dr. Biswajyoti Sahu: biswajyoti.sahu@ncmm.uio.no

Inquiries about application can be directed to HR-adviser Nina Modahl: ninam@ncmm.uio.no

About the University of Oslo 

The University of Oslo is Norway’s oldest and highest ranked educational and research institution, with 28 000 students and 7 500 employees. With its broad range of academic disciplines and internationally recognised research communities, UiO is an important contributor to society.

Centre for Molecular Medicine Norway (NCMM) was established in 2008 and is the Norwegian node in the Nordic EMBL Partnership for Molecular Medicine. NCMM is a joint venture between the University of Oslo, Health Region South-East and the Research Council of Norway. From 2017 NCMM is merged with the Biotechnology Centre of Oslo and now has altogether 11 research groups. The overall objective of NCMM is to conduct cutting edge research in molecular medicine and biotechnology as well as facilitate translation of discoveries in basic medical research into clinical practice.

Deadline: 2024-03-07 at 23:59
Unit: Health/Life sciences

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PhD Research Fellow in Fostering Digital Health Uptake

PhD Research Fellow in Fostering Digital Health Uptake

About the position

Position as PhD Research Fellow is available at the Department of Technology Systems (ITS) at the University of Oslo.

No one can be appointed for more than one PhD Research Fellowship period at the University of Oslo.

Preferred starting date is 1.september 2024.

The fellowship period is 3 years.

A fourth year may be considered with a workload of 25 % that may consist of teaching, supervision duties, and/or research assistance. This is dependent upon the qualification of the applicant and the current needs of the department.

Knowledge development in a changing world – Science and technology towards 2030.

The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences

Job description

Universal Health Coverage (UHC) is central to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and particularly SDG 3, which aims to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all. This would entail all individuals and communities having equal access to key promotive, preventive, curative, and rehabilitative health interventions without financial constraints. Despite gains of 2.6% for sub-Saharan Africa’s (SSA) UHC coverage between 2010 to 2019, improvements monitoring for maternity, neonatal and child health outcomes highlight that SSA has trailed behind other regions.

Digital global health is an entry point and enabler for the digital transformation, addressing health, healthcare, participation and society. Digital Global Health aims to share knowledge on strategies seeking to enhance efficiency of healthcare delivery, community empowerment, sensor-supported diagnosis, treatment and monitoring, highlighting studies and global data. Digital health has the potential to advance capacity for global health research, education and communication.

The PhD position is devoted to enhance the uptake of digital health education/promotion (DHP) with a specific focus on women and girls. The work combines the aspects of digital transformation, society empowerment and global health. 

Through previous work in the “Non-discriminating access for Digital Inclusion (DigI)” project, we have developed the methodology and created digital health animations for empowering people in rural Africa on health topics.

The PhD scholar’s research topic for the PhD project will be to

  • synthesize peer-reviewed evidence, grey and fragmented literature on DHP targeting women and girls
  • contribute to digital health information packages
  • develop and adapt an evaluation framework for DHP focusing on applicability in SSA
  • contribute to SDG 3 strategies for equitable access to health information
  • develop implementation strategies for DHP, as a cornerstone to the digital transformation in SSA

In terms of approach, the PhD project’s main focus will be on formulation of shared vision (community acceptance) of DHP, and seek implementation studies for health information to demonstrate the applicability of the framework.

The work will be conducted in close collaboration with the Centre for Global Health at UiO and the Oslo University Hospital (OUS).

Qualification requirements

The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences has a strategic ambition to be among Europe’s leading communities for research, education and innovation. Candidates for these fellowships will be selected in accordance with this, and expected to be in the upper segment of their class with respect to academic credentials.

  • Master’s degree or equivalent in technological areas (e.g.  Communication Engineering, Computer Science), global health or relevant areas, with a Master Thesis in the Master’s degree program
  • Foreign completed degree (M.Sc.-level) corresponding to a minimum of four years in the Norwegian educational system
  • Fluent oral and written communication skills in English
  • Documented significant knowledge or research background on the domains
  • Proven applicability of multi- and interdisciplinary approaches, including digital and health

Desired qualifications:

  • Prior documented experience in work on digital health
  • Interest in the Global Challenges and the SDGs
  • Ability to write in a structured, clear and concise manner
  • Experiences working in an International Team
  • Clear understanding and applicability of scientific methods

Grade requirements:
The norm is as follows:

  • The average grade point for courses included in the Bachelor’s degree must be C or better in the Norwegian educational system
  • The average grade point for courses included in the Master’s degree must be B or better in the Norwegian educational system
  • The Master’s thesis must have the grade B or better in the Norwegian educational system
  • English requirements for applicants from outside of EU/ EEA countries and exemptions from the requirements:

https://www.mn.uio.no/english/research/phd/regulations/regulations.html#toc8 

The purpose of the fellowship is research training leading to the successful completion of a PhD degree. 

The fellowship requires admission to the PhD programme at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. The application to the PhD programme must be submitted to the department no later than two months after taking up the position.

For more information see: 

http://www.uio.no/english/research/phd/
 
http://www.mn.uio.no/english/research/phd/

Personal skills

The candidate should also possess good interpersonal and communication skills and show high level of motivation to work as part of an international team

When assessing applications, emphasis will further we placed on:

  • High interest in the topic
  • Creativity and pro-activeness
  • High motivation for interdisciplinary collaboration

We offer

  • Salary NOK 532 200 – 575 400 per annum depending on qualifications and seniority as PhD Research Fellow (position code 1017)
  • Attractive welfare benefits and a generous pension agreement 
  • Vibrant international academic environment
  • Career development programmes
  • Oslo’s family-friendly surroundings with their rich opportunities for culture and outdoor activities

How to apply

The application must include:

  • Cover letter – statement of motivation and research interests
  • A motivation letter for the position (2-3 pages), envisaging own ideas and potential approaches for the position
  • CV (summarizing education, positions and academic work – scientific publications)
  • Copies of the original Bachelor and Master’s degree diploma, transcripts of records
  • Documentation of English proficiency
  • Names and contact details of 2-3 references including Master supervisor(s) (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and telephone number)

The application with attachments must be delivered in our electronic recruiting system (please follow the link “Apply for this job”). Foreign applicants are advised to attach an explanation of their University’s grading system. Please note that all documents should be in English or a Scandinavian language.

Interviews with the best qualified candidates will be arranged.

Formal regulations

Please see the guidelines and regulations for appointments to Research Fellowships at the University of Oslo.

According to the Norwegian Freedom and Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.

UiO has an agreement for all employees, aiming to secure rights to research results a.o.

Inclusion and diversity are a strength. The University of Oslo has a personnel policy objective of achieving a balanced gender composition. Furthermore, we want employees with diverse professional expertise, life experience and perspectives.

If there are qualified applicants with disabilities, employment gaps or immigrant background, we will invite at least one applicant from each of these categories to an interview.

Contact information

For further information about the position please contact:

Professor Josef Noll, phone: +47 9083 8066  

For technical questions regarding Jobbnorge, please contact:

HR Adviser Olga Holmlund, e-mail: olga.holmlund@mn.uio.no

About the University of Oslo

The University of Oslo is Norway’s oldest and highest rated institution of research and education with 28 000 students and 7000 employees. Its broad range of academic disciplines and internationally esteemed research communities make UiO an important contributor to society. 

The University of Oslo (UiO) is expanding the activity at Campus Kjeller to strengthen our education, research, and innovation in technology for a sustainable future. UiO is a well-ranked research university where the Department of Technology Systems at Kjeller (ITS) is focused on applied research in sustainable energy, autonomous systems, space, and security.

At Kjeller, ITS is co-located with the Norwegian Defense Research Establishment (FFI) and the Institute for Energy Technology (IFE), which both offer rich opportunities for collaboration.

ITS also has a range of interdisciplinary research collaborations that include the UiO Blindern Campus and Oslo Science City, as well as many other national and international institutions and industries.

ITS offers several master level programmes, alone and jointly with other departments: Renewable energy systems, Cybernetics and autonomous systems, Robotics and intelligent systems, and Information security.

ITS also hosts the Centre for Space Sensors and Systems (CENSSS), which incorporates operation of an instrument on the NASA Perseverance rover on Mars. A new master program in Space systems is in the planning stage.

The department currently has 9 permanent scientific staff, approximately 35 adjunct staff from the research institutes at Kjeller and from industry, as well as about 20 PhD candidates.

This position is part of an ongoing expansion of the UiO activity at Campus Kjeller. Campus Kjeller is located 20 km northeast of Oslo, between the city center and Oslo Airport. It is a 20 minutes commute with public transportation from Oslo city center to the campus.
 

Deadline: 2024-03-31 at 23:59
Unit: Health/Life sciences

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Postdoc in the field of epithelial transport physiology

The laboratory of Henrik Dimke, Cardiovascular and Renal Research Unit at the Department of Molecular Medicine, University of Southern Denmark (SDU), is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow in the field of epithelial transport physiology.  Focus will be directed toward understanding the importance of divalent cation channels and paracellular claudins in renal and intestinal handling of calcium and magnesium. The postdoc position is expected to start in April 2024 or soon thereafter and for a period of 18 months, with the possibility of extension.

To address the role of divalent cation channels, the successful applicant will use inducible cell-specific transgenic strategies coupled with detailed physiological characterization of these models. This will be done using a variety of techniques including metabolic cage studies in mice, a range of molecular and biochemical techniques, primary culture, as well as imaging. In addition to research, the duties of the postdoctoral fellow will also include administrative and teaching tasks. 

The Research Unit of Cardiovascular and Renal Research focuses on innovative molecular and biomedical research related to cardiovascular and renal physiology. We offer a stimulating, international research environment where English is the preferred language at meetings and seminars. You will work in the brand new NytSUND building being established in connection to the hospital and university campus with modern laboratories and animal facilities. You can read more about the research unit and the department here.

Qualified and highly motivated candidates from all nationalities are encouraged to apply.

The successful applicant should have

  1. Obtained a PhD in a relevant area, e.g. biomedical sciences, molecular biology, medicine, or another closely related discipline.
  2. Ability to work structured and independently. 
  3. Good communication skills and high proficiency in English.
  4. Good collaborative and social abilities. 
  5. Prior experience with animal experimental techniques, transgenic animal work, and standard biochemical techniques (e.g. western blotting, IHC, etc.) is preferred.
  6. Prior experience with primary cell isolation is preferred but not required. 

For further information, please contact Professor Henrik Dimke at hdimke@health.sdu.dk 

Application

Applications must be submitted electronically using the link below “Apply now”.

The application must include (as PDF files) (please note that the application (the motivation letter) and CV must not exceed 10 MB in total):

  • A motivation letter stating your specific interest, motivation, and qualifications for the project in question (max. two pages).
  • A detailed CV, including personal contact information (max three pages).
  • A complete and numbered publication list.
  • Up to 3 scientific publications considered by the applicant to be most important for this position. 
  • Certified copies of diplomas (Master’s and PhD degrees).
  • A research plan
  • At least one signed reference letter mentioning the applicant’s name.

Only applications submitted online and written in English will be accepted for evaluation.

Incomplete applications will neither be considered nor evaluated.

If you experience technical problems, you must contact hcm-support@sdu.dk 

Shortlisting will be used in the recruitment process. 

Employment

The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations).

Living and working in Denmark

Foreign applicants will be offered Danish language training as part of the employment. 

The International Staff Office (ISO) at SDU provides a variety of services for new employees, guests and people who consider applying for a job at the University of Southern Denmark. Among other things, the staff answers questions concerning salary, taxation, housing and accompanying family.

The University of Southern Denmark wishes to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position.  

 

Deadline: 2024-03-24 at 23:59

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PhD fellowship in Plant Biochemistry

The Insitute of Plant and Environmental Sciences invites applicants for a PhD fellowship in plant natural product biosynthesis or transport.

The start date is 01.08.2024 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The project
Plant natural products represent a vast array of useful molecules including pharmaceutical drugs, nutraceuticals, colorants, and fragances. However, some natural products that accumulate in edible crops can interfere with human nutrition. Very little is know about how these “anti-nutrients” are made and moved around in their respective crop plants. Uncovering the molecular basis of anti-nutrient biosynthesis and transport will enable the design of future crops with improved nutritional profiles.

Who are we looking for?
We are looking for candidates within the fields of chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, or biotechnology, who wish to join a dynamic research group working on anti-nutrients in promising legume crops. Applicants can have a background in natural product synthesis, elucidation of metabolic pathways, discovery & characterization of transporters, or nutritional improvement of crops using biotechnology.

Our group and research- and what do we offer?
The successful applicant will join the Geu-Flores group, which specializes in the biosynthesis and transport of alkaloids in plants, including quinolizidine alkaloids in lupins and favism-causing agents in faba bean. The transport work will be carried out in collaboration with the Nour-Eldin group. Metabolite imaging can be accessed through collaboration with the Bjarnholt group.

The Geu-Flores group is a part of the Section for Plant Biochemistry, which hosts several research groups working on plant natural product biosynthesis, including cyanogenic glucosides, terpenoids, and saponins. The Section belongs to the Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, which hosts eight Sections spanning from molecular biology to crop science and environmental chemistry.

We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in a dynamic and international research environment. Our research facilities include modern laboratories, plant growth facilities, and a metabolomics platform hosted within the Section.

The principal supervisor is Associate Professor Fernando Geu-Flores, feg@plen.ku.dk, +45-60571982.

The PhD programme

Depending of your level of education, you can undertake the PhD programme as either:

Option A: A three year full-time study within the framework of the regular PhD programme (5+3 scheme), if you already have an education equivalent to a relevant Danish master’s degree.

Option B: An up to five year full-time study programme within the framework of the integrated MSc and PhD programme (the 3+5 scheme), if you do not have an education equivalent to a relevant Danish master´s degree – but you have an education equivalent to a Danish bachelors´s degree.

Option A: Getting into a position on the regular PhD programme

Qualifications needed for the regular programme
To be eligible for the regular PhD programme, you must have completed a degree programme, equivalent to a Danish master’s degree (180 ECTS/3 FTE BSc + 120 ECTS/2 FTE MSc) related to the subject area of the project, e.g. chemistry, biochemistry or molecular biology. For information of eligibility of completed programmes, see General assessments for specific countries and Assessment database.

Terms of employment in the regular programme
Employment as PhD fellow is full time and for maximum 3 years.

Employment is conditional upon your successful enrolment as a PhD student at the PhD School at the Faculty of SCIENCE, University of Copenhagen. This requires submission and acceptance of an application for the specific project formulated by the applicant.

The terms of employment and salary are in accordance to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State (AC). The position is covered by the Protocol on Job Structure.

Option B: Getting into a position on the integrated MSc and PhD programme

Qualifications needed for the integrated MSc and PhD programme

If you do not have an education equivalent to a relevant Danish master´s degree, you might be qualified for the integrated MSc and PhD programme, if you have an education equivalent to a relevant Danish bachelor´s degree. Here you can find out, if that is relevant for you: General assessments for specific countries and Assessment database.

Terms of the integrated programme
To be eligible for the integrated scholarship, you are (or are eligible to be) enrolled at one of the faculty’s master programmes in biotechnology.

Students on the integrated programme will enroll as PhD students simultaneously with completing their enrollment in this MSc degree programme.

The duration of the integrated programme is up to five years, and depends on the amount of credits that you have passed on your MSc programme. For further information about the study programme, please see: www.science.ku.dk/phd, “Study Structures”.

Until the MSc degree is obtained, (when exactly two years of the full 3+5 programme remains), the grant will be paid partly in the form of 48 state education grant portions (in Danish: “SU-klip”) plus salary for work (teaching, supervision etc.) totalling a workload of at least 150 working hours per year.
A PhD grant portion is DKK 6,243.

When you have obtained the MSc degree, you will transfer to the salary-earning part of the scholarship for a period of two years. At that point, the terms of employment and payment will be according to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State (AC). The position is covered by the Protocol on Job Structure.

Responsibilities and tasks in both PhD programmes

  • Complete and pass the MSc education in accordance with the curriculum of the MSc programme  (ONLY when you are attending the integrated MSc and PhD programme)
  • Carry out an independent research project under supervision
  • Complete PhD courses corresponding to approx. 30 ECTS / ½ FTE
  • Participate in active research environments, including a stay at another research institution, preferably abroad
  • Teaching and knowledge dissemination activities
  • Write scientific papers aimed at high-impact journals
  • Write and defend a PhD thesis on the basis of your project

We are looking for the following qualifications:

  • Professional qualifications relevant to the PhD project
  • Relevant publications
  • Relevant work experience
  • Other relevant professional activities
  • Curious mind-set with a strong interest in the research field
  • Excellent English language skills

Application and Assessment Procedure
Your application including all attachments must be in English and submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Please include:

  • Motivated letter of application, including any preferences for working on biosynthesis or transport
  • Curriculum vitae including information about your education, experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position
  • Original diplomas for BSc and MSc degrees and transcript of records in the original language, including an authorized English translation if issued in a language other than English or Danish. If the latest degree has not been completed, please include a certified/signed copy of a recent transcript of records and a written statement from the institution or supervisor.
  • Publication list (if possible)
  • Reference letters (if available)

Application deadline:
The deadline for applications is Sunday 17 March 2024, 23:59 GMT+1.

We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline, and not to consider applications that do not live up to the abovementioned requirements.

The further process
After deadline, a number of applicants will be selected for academic assessment by an unbiased expert assessor. You are notified, whether you will be passed for assessment.

The assessor will assess the qualifications and experience of the shortlisted applicants with respect to the above mentioned research area, techniques, skills and other requirements. The assessor will conclude whether each applicant is qualified and, if so, for which of the two models. The assessed applicants will have the opportunity to comment on their assessment. You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.

Questions
For specific information about the PhD fellowship, please contact the principal supervisor.

General information about PhD study at the Faculty of SCIENCE is available at the PhD School’s website: https://www.science.ku.dk/phd/.

The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the surrounding community and invites all regardless of personal background to apply for the position. 

Deadline: 2024-03-17 at 23:59
Unit: Physical sciences/Math

Read the job description at the university homepage or apply.

Doctoral student in Medical Science – Genetic variants in clonal hematopoiesis and blood cancer

Ref PAR 2024/135

Project title: Genetic variants in clonal hematopoiesis and blood cancer

One additional doctoral student position is currently announced. For more information, see the announcement PAR 2024/134.

The Department of Medical Biochemistry and Cell biology, is located at the Institute of Biomedicine at the Faculty of Medicine at Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg.

General information about being a doctoral student at the University of Gothenburg can be found on the university’s doctoral student pages https://medarbetarportalen.gu.se/doktorand/?languageId=100001&skipSSOCheck=true    

Duties   

The PhD education in Medical Science comprises carrying out a scientific project and completing at least 30 credits of courses at third-cycle level. The doctoral student must also write a scientific compilation thesis or monograph corresponding to at least 120 credits. For more information about third-cycle studies at Sahlgrenska Academy, see https://www.gu.se/en/sahlgrenska-akademin/doctoral-studies

Project: Clonal hematopoiesis (CH) is an early stage of blood cancer development, where a large fraction of blood cells originates from a single hematopoietic stem cell lineage. CH can be detected in DNA sequencing data from blood cells of healthy individuals based on somatic genetic variants. CH with somatic variants in blood cells of healthy individuals carries an increased risk of leukemia and age-related diseases. Recently, we distinguished clonal hematopoiesis into myeloid and lymphoid sub-groups and stratified risk of developing distinct types of blood cancers (Niroula et al., Nature Medicine 2021).

In this PhD project, we aim to identify new genetic variations that initiate CH and lead to blood malignancies. As a PhD student, you will use advanced bioinformatics and statistical methods to analyze large-scale next-generation sequencing (NGS) data and multi-omics data. The project involves extensive use of high-performance computing (HPC) platforms. The PhD student will work in a data-driven life science (DDLS) research team affiliated to the Wallenberg Centre for Molecular and Translational Medicine (WCMTM, https://www.gu.se/en/molecular-translational-medicine) and the SciLifeLab and Wallenberg National Program for DDLS (https://www.scilifelab.se/data-driven/).

The applicant should be able to work independently and in collaborative teams. Previous experience in programming (R or python), UNIX operating system, and research in human genomics is desirable. 

Education at third-cycle level comprises four years of full-time study, and leads to a doctoral degree.  As part of your employment as a doctoral student, you may have departmental duties corresponding to up to 20 % of full-time employment, distributed throughout your study period. Departmental duties usually consist of teaching at first- and second-cycle levels, but may also include research and administration.    

Eligibility   

Education at third-cycle level requires general eligibility and specific eligibility as set out in the general syllabus for the subject.  

The general eligibility requirements for education at third-cycle level are:    
1. having completed a degree at second-cycle level, or
2. the fulfilment of course requirements totalling at least 240 credits, of which at least 60 credits must be at second-cycle level, or  
3. the acquisition of equivalent knowledge in some other way, either in Sweden or abroad.  
 
Specific entry requirements for this subject, according to the general syllabus, are: 
having completed the English B/6 course or is considered to have acquired equivalent knowledge through previous studies. 

Assessment criteria   

The selection of applicants who are considered to have the ability required to benefit from the study programme and who meet the general and specific eligibility requirements are assessed based on the following documented qualifications:
– specific knowledge and skills within the subject area and related research fields
– experience of scientific theory and relevant research methodology
– scientific analysis and presentation verified through thesis, degree project, scientific journals or the like.    

Employment   

Once you have been admitted for education at third-cycle level, you will be employed as a doctoral student at the University of Gothenburg. The provisions for employment as a doctoral student can be found in ordinance SFS 1993:100. Initial employment as a doctoral student may apply for a maximum of one year, and may be renewed by a maximum of two years at a time. A doctoral student may be employed as a doctoral student for a maximum of eight years, but the total period of employment may not be longer than the equivalent of full-time education at third-cycle level for four years.   

Location: Sahlgrenska Academy, Institute of Biomedicine, Department of Medical Biochemistry and Cell biology. Extent: 100%. First day of employment: as agreed.

The University applies a local agreement on salaries for doctoral students.   

Contact information 

For more information about the project please contact principal supervisor,
Abhishek Niroula, Associate Senior Lecturer, Institute of Biomedicine, 
e-mail: abhishek.niroula@gu.se

Unions 

Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here:   
https://www.gu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss/hjalp-for-sokande     

Application   

You can apply to be admitted for education at third-cycle level via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal. It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per the vacancy notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline.   

You must include the following, in pdf format

  • Personal letter
  • CV
  • Diploma and transcripts showing that you meet with the general entry requirement
  • Proof of completion of English 6 course or the acquired equivalent knowledge through previous studies

If your degree is from a university outside of Sweden, make sure that you attach a diploma and full transcripts that makes assessing your degree easier.  

If your degree has not been verified by a Swedish authority you need to provide contact details to the issuing university, registrar or similar, that can verify the degree at our request.

For information on what you need to submit in order to fulfill the English language requirement see https://www.universityadmissions.se/en/entry-requirements/english-language-requirements/

  

Applications must be received by: 2024-03-13

 

 

Information for International Applicants 

Choosing a career in a foreign country is a big step. Thus, to give you a general idea of what we and Gothenburg have to offer in terms of benefits and life in general for you and your family/spouse/partner please visit: 

https://www.gu.se/en/about-the-university/welcome-services 
https://www.movetogothenburg.com/ 

  

The University works actively to achieve a working environment with equal conditions, and values the qualities that diversity brings to its operations.

Salaries are set individually at the University.

In accordance with the National Archives of Sweden’s regulations, the University must archive application documents for two years after the appointment is filled. If you request that your documents are returned, they will be returned to you once the two years have passed. Otherwise, they will be destroyed.

In connection to this recruitment, we have already decided which recruitment channels we should use. We therefore decline further contact with vendors, recruitment and staffing companies.

Deadline: 2024-03-13 at 23:59
Unit: Health/Life sciences

Read the job description at the university homepage or apply.

Researcher in Oncology

Ref PAR 2024/198

The successful applicant will be part of a translational group whose research has the overall objective to prevent and alleviate chronic complications that may arise after radiotherapy treatment for cancer in the pelvic area. We have two ongoing clinical projects, one where we follow changes in the intestinal mucosa and the expression of bowel symptoms after exposure to radiotherapy, and another where we determine the impact of diet on intestinal health during and after pelvic radiotherapy. 

Duties 

The work involves laboratory work such as multiomics and molecular analyses of tissue and blood samples, as well as the execution of experimental models of pelvic radiotherapy. Additionally, the role includes assisting in the collection of human intestinal tissue and questionnaire data, as well as manuscript preparation and publication. 

Qualifications 

Applicants must possess a PhD in a relevant field, preferably with a strong background in radiation biology and/or gastrointestinal biology, along with proficiency in various molecular analysis techniques. A high level of proficiency in spoken and written English is necessary. Moreover, great emphasis is placed on social skills to maintain positive group dynamics. 

Employment 

The employment is limited (temporary) for 8 months, full-time and is placed at the Institute of Clinical Sciences. Starting date; As soon as possible  

Contact information for the post 

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Associate Professor, Principal Investigator, Cecilia Bull on e-mail: cecilia.bull@gu.se

Unions 

Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss/hjalp-for-sokande  

Application 

To apply for a position at the University of Gothenburg, you have to create an account in our recruitment system. Submit your application via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal by clicking the “Apply” button. The application must contain a CV, a copy of the certificate of doctoral degree a short personal letter describing your experience and (maximum one A4-page) as well as name and contact information for at least two references. It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per the vacancy notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline. 

Applications must be received by: 2024-03-07

The University works actively to achieve a working environment with equal conditions, and values the qualities that diversity brings to its operations.

Salaries are set individually at the University.

In accordance with the National Archives of Sweden’s regulations, the University must archive application documents for two years after the appointment is filled. If you request that your documents are returned, they will be returned to you once the two years have passed. Otherwise, they will be destroyed.

In connection to this recruitment, we have already decided which recruitment channels we should use. We therefore decline further contact with vendors, recruitment and staffing companies.

Deadline: 2024-03-07 at 23:59
Unit: Health/Life sciences

Read the job description at the university homepage or apply.

Doctoral student in Medical Science – Mechanisms underlying clonal hematopoiesis

Ref PAR 2024/134

Project title: Mechanisms underlying clonal hematopoiesis

One additional doctoral student position is currently announced. For more information, see the announcement PAR 2024/135. 

The Department of Medical Biochemistry and Cell biology, is located at the Institute of Biomedicine at the Faculty of Medicine at Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg.

General information about being a doctoral student at the University of Gothenburg can be found on the university’s doctoral student pages https://medarbetarportalen.gu.se/doktorand/?languageId=100001&skipSSOCheck=true    

Duties   

The PhD education in Medical Science comprises carrying out a scientific project and completing at least 30 credits of courses at third-cycle level. The doctoral student must also write a scientific compilation thesis or monograph corresponding to at least 120 credits. For more information about third-cycle studies at Sahlgrenska Academy, see https://www.gu.se/en/sahlgrenska-akademin/doctoral-studies

Project: Clonal hematopoiesis (CH) is an early stage of blood cancer development, where a large fraction of blood cells originates from a single hematopoietic stem cell lineage. CH can be detected in DNA sequencing data from blood cells of healthy individuals based on somatic genetic variants. CH with somatic variants in blood cells of healthy individuals carries an increased risk of leukemia and age-related diseases. Recently, we distinguished clonal hematopoiesis into myeloid and lymphoid sub-groups and stratified risk of developing distinct types of blood cancers (Niroula et al., Nature Medicine 2021).

In this PhD project, we aim to understand the mechanisms of CH development and sex-specific regulators of CH. As a PhD student, you will use advanced bioinformatics and statistical methods to analyze large-scale next-generation sequencing (NGS) data and multi-omics data. The project involves extensive use of high-performance computing (HPC) platforms. The PhD student will work in a data-driven life science (DDLS) research team affiliated to the Wallenberg Centre for Molecular and Translational Medicine (WCMTM, https://www.gu.se/en/molecular-translational-medicine) and the SciLifeLab and Wallenberg National Program for DDLS (https://www.scilifelab.se/data-driven/).

The applicant should be able to work independently and in collaborative teams. Previous experience in programming (R or python), UNIX operating system, and research in human genomics is desirable.

Education at third-cycle level comprises four years of full-time study, and leads to a doctoral degree.  As part of your employment as a doctoral student, you may have departmental duties corresponding to up to 20 % of full-time employment, distributed throughout your study period. Departmental duties usually consist of teaching at first- and second-cycle levels, but may also include research and administration.    

Eligibility   

Education at third-cycle level requires general eligibility and specific eligibility as set out in the general syllabus for the subject.  

The general eligibility requirements for education at third-cycle level are:    
1. having completed a degree at second-cycle level, or
2. the fulfilment of course requirements totalling at least 240 credits, of which at least 60 credits must be at second-cycle level, or  
3. the acquisition of equivalent knowledge in some other way, either in Sweden or abroad.  
 
Specific entry requirements for this subject, according to the general syllabus, are: 
having completed the English B/6 course or is considered to have acquired equivalent knowledge through previous studies. 

Assessment criteria   

The selection of applicants who are considered to have the ability required to benefit from the study programme and who meet the general and specific eligibility requirements are assessed based on the following documented qualifications:
– specific knowledge and skills within the subject area and related research fields
– experience of scientific theory and relevant research methodology
– scientific analysis and presentation verified through thesis, degree project, scientific journals or the like.    

Employment   

Once you have been admitted for education at third-cycle level, you will be employed as a doctoral student at the University of Gothenburg. The provisions for employment as a doctoral student can be found in ordinance SFS 1993:100. Initial employment as a doctoral student may apply for a maximum of one year, and may be renewed by a maximum of two years at a time. A doctoral student may be employed as a doctoral student for a maximum of eight years, but the total period of employment may not be longer than the equivalent of full-time education at third-cycle level for four years.   

Location: Sahlgrenska Academy, Institute of Biomedicine, Department of Medical Biochemistry and Cell biology. Extent: 100%. First day of employment: as agreed.

The University applies a local agreement on salaries for doctoral students.   

Contact information 

For more information about the project please contact principal supervisor,
Abhishek Niroula, Associate Senior Lecturer, Institute of Biomedicine, 
e-mail: abhishek.niroula@gu.se

Unions 

Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here:   
https://www.gu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss/hjalp-for-sokande     

Application   

You can apply to be admitted for education at third-cycle level via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal. It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per the vacancy notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline.   

You must include the following, in pdf format

  • Personal letter
  • CV
  • Diploma and transcripts showing that you meet with the general entry requirement
  • Proof of completion of English 6 course or the acquired equivalent knowledge through previous studies

If your degree is from a university outside of Sweden, make sure that you attach a diploma and full transcripts that makes assessing your degree easier.  

If your degree has not been verified by a Swedish authority you need to provide contact details to the issuing university, registrar or similar, that can verify the degree at our request.

For information on what you need to submit in order to fulfill the English language requirement see https://www.universityadmissions.se/en/entry-requirements/english-language-requirements/

  

Applications must be received by: 2024-03-13

 

 

Information for International Applicants 

Choosing a career in a foreign country is a big step. Thus, to give you a general idea of what we and Gothenburg have to offer in terms of benefits and life in general for you and your family/spouse/partner please visit: 

https://www.gu.se/en/about-the-university/welcome-services 
https://www.movetogothenburg.com/ 

  

The University works actively to achieve a working environment with equal conditions, and values the qualities that diversity brings to its operations.

Salaries are set individually at the University.

In accordance with the National Archives of Sweden’s regulations, the University must archive application documents for two years after the appointment is filled. If you request that your documents are returned, they will be returned to you once the two years have passed. Otherwise, they will be destroyed.

In connection to this recruitment, we have already decided which recruitment channels we should use. We therefore decline further contact with vendors, recruitment and staffing companies.

Deadline: 2024-03-13 at 23:59
Unit: Health/Life sciences

Read the job description at the university homepage or apply.

Postdoctoral researcher (Fungal Parasite Omics)

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The Faculty of Science, Department of Biology, at the University of Turku invites applications for contract-based, fixed term postdoctoral researcher position for two years. Employment starts on as agreed.

The selected candidate will work within the framework of a Research Council of Finland-funded project “Fungal parasitism along a salinity gradient: an overlooked driver of marine phytoplankton blooms” (led by Dr Silke Van den Wyngaert, https://uglylab.science/).

The project aims to explore the molecular mechanisms of salinity adaptation in chytrids, zoosporic fungi from the Chytridiomycota phylum. As lethal parasites of phytoplankton, chytrids significantly influence the dynamics of phytoplankton blooms, impacting key ecosystem processes. While traditionally isolated from and studied in freshwater environments, chytrids are increasingly observed in brackish and marine waters. The salinity barrier is considered one of the most difficult physicochemical barrier to cross, playing a crucial role in determining microbial community composition. Molecular mechanisms of salinity adaptation in chytrids will be investigated through comparative genome and transcriptome analyses.

Job description

The selected candidate will:

  • conduct assembly and genome analysis of chytrid cultures and single cells isolated from the Baltic Sea.
  • perform comparative genome analysis and analyze transcriptome experiments.
  • draft study outcomes for submission to peer-reviewed journals.
  • have the opportunity to contribute to other ongoing projects, including targeted fungal parasite omics analyses.

Apply between 16 February 2024 and 28 March 2024 16:00 (Europe/Helsinki)

Who we are looking for

Requirements

We are seeking a highly motivated person with:

  • Ph.D. in molecular biology, genetics, bioinformatics, or a relevant subject.
  • proficiency in R and Unix command line (mandatory), with a merit in learning other programming languages such as Python.
  • documented skills in genomics and/or metagenomics analyses (required).
  • experience with transcriptomics/metatranscriptomics analyses (merit).
  • experimental and lab skills are a valuable asset but not mandatory.

The applicants are expected to have good writing and communication skills in English.

The eligibility criteria are defined in university-of-turku-rules-of-procedure.pdf (utu.fi)

We value equality and diversity in our work community and encourage qualified applicants, regardless of background, to apply for our open positions.

Benefits

We offer you responsible and interesting tasks and the opportunity to develop your professional skills in a versatile operating environment. You get a professional and inspiring team to support your work. We take care of your well-being at work and the functionality of your everyday life, e.g. with the help of flexible working hours and our well-being services.

Please read more about University of Turku as an employee from our Come work with us! pages.

The European Commission has awarded the University of Turku the right to use the HR Excellence in Research logo. The logo is a token of the University’s commitment to continuous development of the position and working conditions of researchers according to the guidelines set forth in the European Charter for Researchers. 

The university offers good support and orientation for international hires. Please learn more about the Finnish culture and relocation to Finland:

Salary and trial period

The salary is determined in accordance with the university salary system for teaching and research personnel. The job requirement level of the position is 5-6, (3213,55€ – 3747,44€).  In addition, a salary component based on personal work performance is paid. Salary, based on previous experience and skills, is approximately  3600 euros/month at the beginning of the assignment.

The position has a trial period of six months.

How to apply

Please submit your application through our online recruitment system. The closing date for applications is Thursday 28.3.2024 at 16.00 (EEST GMT+3 / at 13:00 UTC).

Please include the following information and documents (in English) with your application:

  • Motivation letter, explaining qualifications and interest for this position (max. 1 page)
  • Curriculum Vitae, including the contact details of 2 reference persons (max. 2 pages)
  • Copy of PhD degree certificate
  • other documents that may influence the filling of the position.

We reserve the right for justified reasons to leave the position open and to extend the application period if needed.

Further information

For further information about the position, please contact: Silke Van den Wyngaert, silke.vandenwyngaert@utu.fi.

With questions about the application process, please contact: HR-specialist Kaisa Ketomäki, kaisa.ketomaki(at)utu.fi

Department of Biology

In the Department of Biology, we explore life and biological evolution in a range of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Empirical experimentation in the field and laboratory is widely applied when digging into the structure and function of individuals, populations, communities and ecosystems. The Department of Biology is one of the scientifically most productive units of the University and successfully educates experts at all degree levels. It also harbors the Center of Evolutionary Applications that supports academic research and provides molecular genetic analyses for conservation needs outside the University.

In the Faculty of Science, we seek the truth and develop solutions for sustainable future and intelligent society. Science Fiction becomes reality.

The University of Turku is an inspiring and international academic community of 25,000 students and staff in Southwest Finland. We build a sustainable future with multidisciplinary research, education, and collaboration. With us, your work will have a significant impact and relevance in the changing world.

Read the job description at the university homepage

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Postdoctoral position in Electrical Engineering towards Machine Learning for Internet of Things (IoT) (PA2024/116)

Lunds universitet, LTH, Electrical and Information Technology

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 45 000 students and more than 8 000 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition.

Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset.

Wallenberg AI, Autonomous Systems and Software Program (WASP) is Sweden’s largest individual research program ever, a major national initiative for strategically motivated basic research, education and faculty recruitment. The program addresses research on artificial intelligence and autonomous systems acting in collaboration with humans, adapting to their environment through sensors, information and knowledge, and forming intelligent systems-of-systems. The vision of WASP is excellent research and competence in artificial intelligence, autonomous systems and software for the benefit of Swedish industry. Read more: https://wasp-sweden.org/

Project description

The aim of this postdoc project is to tackle one of the main challenges in the machine learning domain. The project will be adapted to the background and expertise of the Postdoc, who will work in a cross-disciplinary research environment. An important part of the Postdoc’s work will be to develop the theoretical foundation of machine learning and new algorithms to address the challenges within the subject area of this position. Therefore, the Postdoc is expected to have a very good theoretical background in machine learning.

Description of the workplace

The Department of Electrical and Information Technology conducts high-quality research in a variety of areas in electrical engineering and computer science, ranging from pure theoretical research to applied projects in close collaboration with industry. It is at the forefront of international research in most of its areas. The Department of Electrical and Information Technology consists of about 100 active researchers, focusing on several research domains, including Secure and Networked Systems, Communications Engineering, Integrated Electronic Systems, Electromagnetics and Nanoelectronics, as well as Intelligent Systems and Machine Learning.

Subject description

Machine learning and artificial intelligence have attracted a lot of attention over the past few decades. Machine learning algorithms have been considered in many application domains, including Internet of Things (IoT), autonomous systems, medical and healthcare applications. The adoption of machine learning in these domains creates many new opportunities, but also involves several major challenges, e.g., complexity of machine learning algorithms, security and privacy concerns related to personal data and machine learning, as well as reliability and trust in the decisions made by machine learning algorithms. 

Work duties

The main duties involved in a postdoctoral position is to conduct research. Teaching may also be included, but up to no more than 20% of working hours. The position includes the opportunity for three weeks of training in higher education teaching and learning. The purpose of the position is to develop the independence as a researcher and to create the opportunity of further development. 

Detailed description of the work duties, such as:

  • Research within the subject area.
  • Teaching in the first, second and third cycles of studies.
  • Supervision of degree projects and doctoral students.
  • Actively seeking external research funding.
  • Collaboration with industry and wider society.
  • Administration related to the work duties listed above.

Qualification requirements 

Appointment to a postdoctoral position requires that the applicant has a PhD, or an international degree deemed equivalent to a PhD, within the subject of the position. The certificate proving the qualification requirement is met, must be received before the employment decision is made. Priority will be given to candidates who have graduated no more than three years ago before the last day for application. Under special circumstances, the doctoral degree can have been completed earlier.

Additional requirements:

  • Very good oral and written proficiency in English.
  • Very good proficiency in machine learning.

Assessment criteria 

This is a career development position primarily focused on research. The position is intended as an initial step in a career, and the assessment of the applicants will primarily be based on their research qualifications and potential as researchers. Particular emphasis will be placed on research skills within the subject.

For appointments to a postdoctoral position, the following shall form the assessment criteria:

  • A good ability to develop and conduct high quality research.
  • Teaching skills. 

Consideration will also be given to how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen ongoing research within the department, and how they stand to contribute to its future development.

We offer

Lund University is a public authority which means that employees get particular benefits, generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme. Read more on the University website about being a Lund University employee Work at Lund University

Further information

This is a full-time, fixed-term employment of 2 years starting no later than January 1, 2025. The period of employment is determined in accordance with the agreement “Avtal om tidsbegränsad anställning som postdoktor” (“Agreement on fixed-term employment as a post-doctoral fellow”).

How to apply

Applications shall be written in English. Applications are to be submitted via the University’s recruitment system. The application should include a CV and a personal letter justifying your interest in the position and how it matches your qualifications. The application should also include a degree certificate or equivalent and any other document to which you would like to draw attention (copies of grade transcripts, details of referees, letters of recommendation, etc.)”

Welcome to apply!

Type of employment Temporary position
Contract type Full time
First day of employment 2025-01-01
Salary Monthly
Number of positions 1
Full-time equivalent 100%
City Lund
County Skåne län
Country Sweden
Reference number PA2024/116
Contact
  • Amir Aminifar, amir.aminifar@eit.lth.se
Union representative
  • OFR/ST:Fackförbundet ST:s kansli, 046-2229362
  • SACO:Saco-s-rådet vid Lunds universitet, kansli@saco-s.lu.se
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Deadline: 2024-03-15 at 23:59
Unit: Health/Life sciences

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Postdoctoral studies in Systems Neuroscience (scholarship)

Do you want to contribute to improving human health?

We are seeking a curious and highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join the Calvigioni Research Team at the Department of Neuroscience, Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden.

Division

The research focus of the team is the study of the neurobiology of stress sensitivity, anxiety disorders, stress-induced long-lasting brain states (Calvigioni et al., Nature Neuroscience, 2023) and maladaptive neurodevelopment, with a specific focus on sex differences and critical windows (i.e adolescence). We aim to identify the cellular and molecular state transition in projection-defined and genetically identified sensitive brain network, causal to stress-induced long-lasting disorders, as to the increased sensitivity in women and adolescence.

Our approach, long-term vision and methodology strive to ultimately uncover how single neurons encode stimuli of emotional valence in vivo in the healthy brain and identify the causality between activity modes/genetic cell states and behavioral transition to anxiety disorders.

Duties

The successful candidate will use genetic mouse models, stereotactic surgery and intersectional viral approaches combined with in vivo behaviours, optogenetics/chemogenetics manipulation, molecular biology and neuroanatomical analyses, in adult and developing mice.

The project will also involve dissecting the molecular and functional heterogeneity of relevant brain circuits using state-of-the-art single cell molecular (snSEQ, patchSeq) and functional profiling methods (ex-vivo patch-clamp electrophysiology, in vivo fiber photometry and single neuron calcium imaging).

Previous experience in the study of neuronal circuits in rodent models of stress or development is preferred but not essential. Candidates with experience in anatomical tracing/behavior/electrophysiology and/or imaging techniques will be prioritized. Experience with slice electrophysiology/ in vivo experiments/ neuroendocrinology/ RNA-sequencing and advanced data analysis will be considered and positively evaluated. Candidates with experience in single cell biology in other disciplines and a willingness to study the brain are also welcome.

A curious mind, positive attitude, high motivation and analytical approach to independent problem-solving are essential. The ability to work independently and proficiency in English are necessary.

The earliest start date is Spring 2024 but can be negotiated when the appropriate candidate is found.

Entry requirements

Scholarships for postdoctoral qualification can be established for foreign researchers who place their qualifications in Sweden. The purpose of scholarships for postdoctoral qualification is to promote internationalization and contribute to research qualification after a doctorate or equivalent.
A scholarship for carrying out postdoctoral research can be granted for a maximum of two years within a four year period following the receipt of a doctoral degree or equivalent.
To be eligible for a postdoctoral scholarship, the person must have obtained a doctorate or a foreign degree deemed to be equivalent to a doctorate. Applicants who have not completed a doctorate at the end of the application period may also apply, provided that all requirements for a completed degree are met before the (intended) start date of the post doctoral education.

The head of the department determines whether their previous training and scholarly qualifications correspond to a Swedish doctorate or higher.

Location: Solna

Type of scholarship

The amount is tax free and it is set for twelve months at a time, paid out on a six months basis. In exceptional cases, shorter periods may be acceptable.

Application process

An application must contain the following documents in English or Swedish:

  • A complete curriculum vitae, including date of the thesis defence, title of the thesis, previous academic positions, academic title, current position, academic distinctions, and committee work
  • A complete list of publications
  • A cover letter (describing goals and motivation)
  • A summary of current work (no more than one page)
  • At least 2 letters of reference (with contact details of refence) 

The application is to be submitted on the Varbi recruitment system.

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Deadline: 2024-03-01 at 23:59
Unit: Forskargrupp Hartman

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Postdoctoral researcher in Computational Biology

Published: 2024-02-19

The Department of Immunology, Genetics and Pathology at Uppsala University has a broad research profile with strong research groups focused on cancer, autoimmune and genetic diseases. A fundamental idea at the department is to stimulate translational research and thereby closer interactions between medical research and health care. Research is presently conducted in the following areas: cancer precision medicine, cancer immunotherapy, genomics and neurobiology, molecular tools and functional genomics, neuro-oncology and neurodegeneration and vascular biology. Department activities are also integrated with the units for Oncology, Clinical Genetics, Clinical Immunology, Clinical Pathology, and Hospital Physics at Akademiska sjukhuset, Uppsala. The department has teaching assignments in several education programmes, including Master Programmes, at the Faculty of Medicine, and at the Disciplinary Domain of Science and Technology. The department has a yearly turnover of around SEK 500 million, out of which more than half is made up of external funding. The staff amounts to approximately 345 employees, out of which 100 are PhD-students, and there are in total more than 700 affiliated people. Feel free to read more about the department’s activities here: www.igp.uu.se

The Vickovic Lab at Uppsala University is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated, team-oriented Postdoctoral Computational Scientist or Statistician to expand computational efforts in understanding disease mechanisms. We are interested in developing integrative multi-modal data analysis tools incorporating single cell and spatially resolved omics data, imaging data, clinical phenotypes, variants and genotypes. The successful candidate will have the unique opportunity to work at the intersection of mathematical modeling, omics data analysis, workflow optimization, and resource building.
The Vickovic Lab is focused on developing novel “digital pathology” tools to track disease progression with the aim of identifying translatable drug and therapeutic targets in human tissue cohorts. The team leverages technologies including spatial transcriptomics, single-cell sequencing, and machine learning. The person selected for this role would interact closely with the collaborators at the New York Genome Center, and there is a possibility to spend an extended period in New York as a visiting researcher.

Responsibilities may include

  • Develop new computational, machine learning, and statistical analysis methods for integrating and analyzing large-scale, spatially resolved RNA-seq and genotypic data using current state of the art technologies;
  • Develop data analysis strategies, write algorithms, and deploy computational tools for the exploration of very large data sets.
  • Develop a resource for the community that gives access to collected data;
  • Work closely with experimental colleagues and cores to understand the nature of generated data;
  • Actively participate in the preparation of manuscripts for publication and present at scientific conferences;
  • Assist in peer- and student-mentorship; and
  • Share expertise and provide training and guidance to group members as needed.

 Requirements

  • PhD degree in computational biology, statistics, applied mathematics, computer science, or related discipline required. The degree needs to be obtained by the time of the decision of employment. Those who have obtained a PhD degree three years prior to the application deadline are primarily considered for the employment. The starting point of the three-year frame period is the application deadline. Due to special circumstances, the degree may have been obtained earlier. The three-year period can be extended due to circumstances such as sick leave, parental leave, duties in labour unions, etc.
  • Prior experience with Bayesian inference, network inference, and spatial statistics are preferred, but exceptionally creative and driven scientists with an interest and adaptability will be seriously considered;
  • Strong oral and written communication, data documentation, and presentation skills required;
  • Experience writing scientific articles for publication required;
  • Ability to handle multiple projects at the same time required; and,
  • Excellent collaborative and interpersonal skills, and willingness to work in a fast-paced team environment required.

Additional qualifications
Technical and Professional Skills: Consistently demonstrates skills and knowledge relevant for current role; strives to expand the depth and breadth of technical and professional skills; works with a high level of integrity; exhibits focus and discipline; appropriately prioritizes, manages expectations and delivers on commitments.
Collaborative & Communicative: Models collaboration and teamwork; brings out the best in others; effectively works with all levels, internally and externally; respects and embraces diversity of perspective; communicates clearly and listens carefully; uses good judgment as to what to communicate and when to do so.
Adaptable & Innovative: Adaptable and embraces change; develops new insights and pursues improvements and efficiency; fosters exchange of new ideas and willing to challenge the status quo; takes initiative and is solution-oriented; engages in work with passion and curiosity.

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position of 2 years according to central collective agreement, with the possibility of 1 year extension Full time position. Starting date as agreed. Placement: Uppsala

For further information about the position, please contact: Sanja Vickovic, sanja.vickovic@igp.uu.se

Please submit your application by 30 April 2024, UFV-PA 2024/599.

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Deadline: 2024-04-30 at 23:59
Unit: Health/Life sciences

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