PhD position in Neuroimmunology

Arbeidsgiver: Akershus universitetssykehus HF
Stillingstittel: PhD position in Neuroimmunology
Frist: 21.04.2024
Ansettelsesform: Engasjement

Bli kjent med Akershus universitetssykehus

A 3-year PhD position in Neuroimmunology is available at the Department of Neurology at Akershus University Hospital.

More about the position

Applications are invited for a PhD position financed by the South-Eastern Norway Regional Health Authority. The PhD student will be involved in a collaborative project between Akershus University Hospital, Oslo University Hospital and the University of Oslo, investigating the immune response in cervical lymph nodes in individuals diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. The work will involve handling of patient samples, molecular biology techniques, and bioinformatics. Other duties/opportunities include writing and collaborating on papers and attending and presenting at national/international conferences. The position will be based at Akershus University Hospital but involve close collaboration with the Department of Neurology at Oslo University Hospital.

The fellowship period is three years. The research fellow must take part in the approved PhD program at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, 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.

Requirements

A Master’s or equivalent degree in life sciences or a related field, or be a physician/MD with an interest in translational research
The Master’s thesis and the average grade point for courses included in the Master’s degree must have the grade B or better in the Norwegian educational system.
Fluent oral and written communication skills in English
The flexibility and ability to travel between Akershus University Hospital (Lørenskog) and Oslo University Hospital, as required by the research activities

Personal skills

Strong motivation
Excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as an integrated member of a team
Good communication skills

We offer

Excellent working conditions
An exciting and stimulating academic environment
Salary according as a PhD Research fellow according to Ahus regulations
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

How to apply
The application must include

Application letter, including motivation for applying for the position statement and research interests
CV (summarizing education, positions and academic work)
Copies of educational certificates and transcripts of records
A list of publications and academic works
Contact details of 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and phone 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 or a Scandinavian language.

Applicants may be called in for an interview.

Contact information

Assoc. Professor Andreas Lossius: andreas.lossius at medisin.uio.no

Om arbeidsgiveren

Akershus University Hospital is the largest acute hospital in Norway, and local and area hospital for close to 10% of the Norwegian population. We have a fast growing research environment in the field of medicine and health sciences. Akershus University Hospital aims for our work force to reflect our values of multi-disciplinarity, diversity and equality. We therefore seek a balance in the age and gender profile of our staff, and we are particularly interested in recruiting people from ethnic minorities.

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 Faculty of Medicine was established in 1814 and is the oldest medical faculty in Norway. The Faculty is organized into three basic units and has approximately 1,500 employees and about 2000 students. 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.

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Sektor: Offentlig
Sted: Sykehusveien 25, 1474 Lørenskog
Bransje: Helse og omsorg
Stillingsfunksjon: Forskning/Stipendiat/Postdoktor
Arbeidsspråk: Engelsk