The Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Department of Molecular Medicine at University of Oslo is inviting applications for a PhD position in Molecular immunology. The position is funded by a grant from the Institute of Basal Medical Sciences.
About the position:
- The PhD Candidate will work in the group Molecular Immunology, led by Professor Anne Spurkland.
- The group is in the fore front of the characterization of the Lck adapter molecule “T cell specific adapter protein” or SH2D2A.
- The group identified this gene in human activated T cells and has examined the signal transduction pathways which are modulated by this protein in T cells.
- Recent work of the group focuses on the role of TSAd in T cell activation and in development of disease, in particular cancer and multiple sclerosis.
- The group has established strong collaborations with scientists from Sweden, UK and the USA.
Duration: 3 years may be extended to fourth year.
Qualification:
- Applicants must either hold a medical degree (M.D. or equivalent such as cand. med.) or a master’s degree (120 ECTS; minimum grade B ECTS grading scale) or equivalent.
- The master’s degree must include a thesis of at least 30 ECTS and be in a subject relevant to the position, such as Biology, Medicine, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Immunology, Physiology Chemistry or Biochemistry. Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
- Applicant must possess fluency in oral and written communication English.
- For teaching assignments, fluency in a Scandinavian language is mandatory.
How to apply:
Apply online and the application must include:
- Cover letter statement of motivation and research interests
- Application letter including a personal statement explaining the desire to pursue a PhD
- CV that summarizes education, positions and relevant work experience
- Optional: List of publications (please do NOT append the publications)
- Copies of educational certificates and transcript records
- List of 3 references stating relation to the candidate, with contact information.
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Organization | University of Oslo (UiO) |
Country | Norway |
Fellowship Level | Doctoral |
Subject areas |
Biology, Medicine, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Immunology, Physiology Chemistry, Biochemistry |
Fellowship amount | Varies |
Eligibility | Master’s degree |
Deadline | 01.08.2018 |
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