Job description

Applications are invited for a 2 year researcher position (researcher w/o PhD, SKO1108) in the human immune disease group led by Janna Saarela to be based at NCMM, University of Oslo. The Saarela group focuses on improving the understanding of biological pathways and pathogenic mechanisms in rare and common immune disorders. We use high-throughput genomics technologies (WGS/WES/transcriptomics) and cell based immune assays to identify novel genetic causes for inborn errors of immunity and characterize the molecular consequences of the defects to produce novel knowledge of the immune functions in health and disease and to improve diagnosis of patients presenting with immune deficiency and immune dysregulation.

More about the position

We are looking for enthusiastic and hard-working person with a background in genetics. Previous experience in analyzing NGS data will be an advantage. You are a rigorous experimentalist but also understand the clinical conditions we work with. You have the ability to go through patient records and make independent conclusions from the data.

Qualification requirements

Applicants must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in human genetics, biomedicine, molecular biology, immunology or related field. Fluent oral and written communication skills in English are mandatory.

These qualifications will count in the assessment:

• Previous work experience in multiple research environments.
• Experience in basic bioinformatics and/or analysis of NGS data
• Robust skills in designing and performing molecular genetics laboratory experiments, such as DNA/RNA analyses, bacterial work (cloning, transformation, plasmid extraction, protein expression and isolation)
• Experience in protein work (western blotting, binding assays) and cell culture (both primary cells and cell lines).
• Personal fit.

Personal skills

• Hard-working and motivated.
• Organized.
• Self-directed and independent.
• Good team working skills

We offer

• salary NOK 491 200 - 524 900 per annum depending on qualifications in a position as researcher w/o PhD (position code 1108)
• a professionally stimulating working environment
• 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 (1) cover letter statement of motivation and research interests (2) a CV (3) copies of educational certificates (academic transcripts only), (4) a complete list of publications and academic works (5) list of reference persons: 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and phone number).

Please note that all documents must be in English.

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.

When evaluating the application, emphasis will be given to the applicant’s academic and personal prerequisites to carry out the project.

Applicants may be called in for an interview.

Formal regulations

Following the Freedom of Information Act (Offentleglova) § 25, Chapter 2, information about the applicant may be used in the public list of applicants even if the applicant opts out from the entry in the public application list.

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

The University of Oslo aims to achieve a balanced gender composition in the workforce and to recruit people with ethnic minority backgrounds.

Contact information

Inquiries about the position can be directed to Janna Saarela.

About the application: Nina Modahl.

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