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Senior Engineer in pharmacokinetics
Deadline: 21.10.2024
Universitetet i Oslo
The University of Oslo is Norway’s oldest and highest ranked educational and research institution, with 28 000 students and 7000 employees. With its broad range of academic disciplines and internationally recognised research communities, UiO is an important contributor to society.
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. Our activities follow the clinical activity at the hospitals and are spread across a number of geographical areas.
About the position
A 10 % position as Senior Engineer (SKO 1181) in pharmacokinetics is available at Department of Neurosurgery, Division of Clinical Neuroscience, Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo.
The research is anchored in the K.G. Jebsen Center for Brain Fluid Research, led by Professor Per Kristian Eide. The center has funding for 5 years; the end date being 19 September 2029.
The work of this research project will be carried out in close partnership with a diverse team that spans multiple disciplines, emphasizing the need for strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
Job description and work tasks
The senior engineer is expected to take active part in the research cooperation within the group and to co-supervise PhD- and master students. The engineer will be supported in acquiring qualifications, promoting current and future work in higher academic positions within the relevant disciplines.
The objective of the project is research activity associated with the defined objectives of the center, the major work assignments being:
- Pharmacokinetic modeling of human fluid samples.
In addition, the engineer will be encouraged to present research regularly both in the department and at international scientific conferences.
The position is grant-funded up to 5 years.
Qualification requirements
- PhD in Pharmacy.
- Documented experience in pharmacokinetic modeling.
- Experience in pharmacokinetic modeling of human CSF to blood clearance.
Personal skills
We are looking for a highly motivated, hard-working and organized candidate.
A successful candidate should have a genuine interest in pursuing an academic career and possess the following strengths:
- Strong scientific capacity and analytical skills as well as the ability to handle large, shared projects in multidisciplinary teams.
- Capability to work both independently and as a team player.
- Willingness to learn new skills as the laboratory grows and techniques evolve.
- Personal suitability for the position as well as genuine motivation for the project.
We offer
- Salary 657.300 - 720.100 NOK/year depending on qualifications.
- A professionally stimulating work environment.
- Vibrant international academic environment.
How to apply
The application must include
- Cover letter with statement of motivation, scientific background, and research interests.
- CV (summarizing education, positions and academic work).
- Copies of educational certificates (academic transcripts only).
- A complete list of publications and academic works.
- List of reference persons: 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and phone number).
The application with attachments must be delivered in our electronic recruiting system, please follow the link: “Apply for this job”. Foreign applicants are advised to attach an explanation of their university’s grading system. Please note that all documents must be in English or a Scandinavian language.
In assessing the applications, special emphasis will be placed on the documented, academic qualifications, as well as the candidate’s motivation and personal suitability. Interviews with the best qualified candidates will be arranged.
Formal regulations
According to the Norwegian Freedom of Information Act (Offentleglova), information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.
The University of Oslo has an agreement for all employees, aiming to secure rights to research results etc.
Inclusion and diversity are a strength. The University of Oslo has a personnel policy objective of achieving a balanced gender composition. Furthermore, we want employees with diverse professional expertise, life experience and perspectives.
If there are qualified applicants with disabilities, employment gaps or immigrant background, we will invite at least one applicant from each of these categories to an interview.
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