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PhD-position in Immunology combined with bioinformatics
At the Faculty of Medicine, Department of Clinical Science, a PhD-position (100 %) is available for a period of four (4) years or max 4 months after completed the PhD-degree, if this is achieved within a shorter time than four years. The positions includes 25 % required duties such as teaching, exam work or supervision, depending on the demands at the department.
The position is part of the project “21-Hydroxylase reactive B cells and their immunotherapeutic potential in autoimmune Addison’s disease”, funded by the University of Bergen.
About the project/work tasks:
- Autoimmune diseases comprise a group of about 80 disorders that can involve almost any organ of the body. Like most autoimmune diseases, autoimmune Addison’s disease is multifactorial, with both genetic and environmental factors at play, and the exact mechanisms behind the disorders are still poorly understood.
- In autoimmune Addison’s disease the adrenal cortex is destroyed by infiltrating immune cells leading to loss of endogenous cortisol production. We have recently described several genes implicated in autoimmune Addison’s disease which points to a dysregulation of B cells.
- This project is aimed to substantially advance our knowledge of the role of B cells in the pathogenesis of Addison’s disease, searching for new prognostic and diagnostic markers, discover regulators of self-tolerance, and explore targets for immune therapy.
- We aim to attract candidates that have interest in multidisciplinary approaches combining immunological studies with bioinformatic analyses. Through our national registry and biobank, we have access to large amounts of genetic and clinical data.
Qualifications and personal qualities:
- The applicant must hold a master`s degree or equivalent in molecular biology, cell biology or immunology.
- Experience from a molecular biology laboratory including the methods flow cytometry and culture and expansion of primary immune cells will be emphasised
- Experience from relevant research projects will be considered as positive
- The candidate should be able to work independently and in a structured manner, and have the ability to cooperate with others
- The applicant must be fluent in oral and written English
- Personal and intrapersonal qualities will be emphasised. Ambitions and potential will also be taken into account.
Applicant whose education is from another country than Norway, need to also attach a certified translation of the diploma and transcript of grades to English or a Scandinavian language, if the original is not in any of these languages. It is required that the applicant enclose a review from NOKUT whether the education in question (bachelor and master’s degree) is of a scope and level that corresponds to the level of a Norwegian master’s degree. Please see www.nokut.no/en for more information about NOKUT’s general recognition. The review from NOKUT may take some time and the application should be sent to NOKUT as soon as you have decided to apply for the position. If no answer within the application deadline, please enclose documentation from NOKUT that they have received your application.
Language qualifications: http://www.uib.no/en/med/115526/english-language-requirements-phd-admission
About the PhD position:
Organized research training (PhD program):
The candidate must take part in the University of Bergen approved PhD programme leading to the degree within a time limit of 3 years. You must have admission to the organized research training (PhD program) at the Faculty in order to qualify for the position.
Application for admission to the PhD programme, including a project plan outline for the training plan must be submitted no later than three months after the date of commencement.
The PhD-position:
PhD-positions are fixed term positions. You cannot be employed in a PhD-position for more than one fixed term period at the same institution or have had similar employment at an institution in the region.
We can offer:
- Exciting development opportunities as part of your role in a strong professional environment
- Salary at pay grade 54 (code 1017) NOK 501 200 before taxes, in the state scales. Further increases in salary will be based on seniority in the position. For applicants with at least one year of employment in a position as a General Practitioner or Dentist, salary level 56 NKR 517 600. Medical specialist starts on wage level 59 NKR 544 400
- Enrolment in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
- Good welfare benefits
Your application must include:
- A brief account of the applicant`s research interests and motivation for applying for the position
- Certified copies of diplomas and transcripts of grades. Applicant whose education is from another country than Norway, need to also attach a certified translation of the diploma and transcript of grades to English or a Scandinavian language, if the original is not in any of these languages. It is required that the applicant enclose a review from NOKUT whether the education in question (bachelor and master degree) is of a scope and level that corresponds to the level of a Norwegian master’s degree. Please see www.nokut.no/en for more information about NOKUT’s general recognition. This may take some time and we recommend you to apply as soon as you know you will apply for this position. If no answer within the application deadline, please enclose documentation from NOKUT that they have received your application
- Documentation of language skills (English) http://www.uib.no/en/med/115526/english-language-requirements-phd-admission
- Complete list of publications and scientific work you want to be evaluated
- Any publication in your name
- Two referees (name and contact information)
General information:
For further information please contact Bergithe E. Oftedal e-mail:Bergithe.oftedal@uib.nophone:55973077
The state labour force shall reflect the diversity of Norwegian society to the greatest extent possible. People with immigrant backgrounds and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply for the position.
The University of Bergen applies the principle of public access to information when recruiting staff for academic positions.
Information about applicants may be made public even if the applicant has asked not to be named on the list of persons who have applied. The applicant must be notified if the request to be omitted is not met.
For further information about the recruitment process, click here.
Life as a PhD candidate at UiB
Marion Claireaux tells about life and work as a PhD candidate at UiB.
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