PhD position in Molecular immunology: UiO 1342 views

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.