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Postdoctoral Fellow in Molecular Cell Biology

Deadline: 16.12.2022

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 Basic Medical Sciences overall objective is to promote basic medical knowledge in order to understand normal processes, provide insight into mechanisms that cause illness, and promote good health. The Institute is responsible for teaching in basic medical sciences for the programmes of professional study in medicine and the Master's programme in clinical nutrition. The Institute has more than 300 employees and is located in Domus Medica.

Job description

A postdoctoral Fellow position is available at the Department of Molecular Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo. The position is funded by the Research Council of Norway to work on the project “Mechanisms of selective autophagy in neurodegenerative disease (AUTOSELECT)” in the Autophagy group, which is also part of the Centre for Cancer Cell Reprogramming.

The position is for a period of 2 years and 8 months. Starting date no later than 01.03.2023.

Project description:

The primary objectives of the AUTOSELECT project are to identify novel regulators of selective autophagy and to elucidate their role in clearance of protein aggregates (aggrephagy) and dysfunctional mitochondria (mitophagy) associated with development of neurodegenerative disease. The successful candidate should have extensive experience from experimental laboratory work in biochemistry and/or molecular cell biology (using techniques such as cell transfection, genome editing, protein expression and interaction analysis, confocal and live cell microscopy), as well as basic bioinformatics knowledge. Expertise with CRISPR/Cas9 based genome editing and/or zebrafish work would be considered an advantage.

A strong background in data analysis and presentation of results, as well as good communication and organisational skills will also be required. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with the personal prerequisites to work independently and carry out the project within the given timeframe. The candidate will also be involved in supervision of students. Emphasis will be attributed to team-working and personal skills.

About the position

The main purpose of the fellowship is to qualify researchers for work in higher academic positions within their disciplines.

Qualification requirements

  • Applicants must have a PhD degree equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree in cell biology, molecular biology or equal. Doctoral dissertation must be submitted for evaluation by the closing date. Appointment is dependent on the public defence of the doctoral thesis being approved.
  • Fluent oral and written communication skills in English and a Scandinavian language.
  • Experience with the above-mentioned technology.

Personal skills

  • Ability to work in an accurate, responsible and structured way.
  • Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team.
  • Good presentation skills.
  • Good laboratory skills.
  • High working capacity and productivity.
  • Is motivated and solution-oriented.
  • Is flexible and effective.

We offer

  • Salary NOK minimum 544 400 – 626 300 per annum depending on qualifications in position as Postdoctoral Fellow (position code 1352).
  • Attractive welfare benefits and a generous pension agreement.
  • Professionally stimulating working environment.
  • Vibrant international academic environment.
  • Oslo’s family-friendly surroundings with their rich opportunities for culture and outdoor activities.

How to apply

The application must include:

  • Cover letter (statement of motivation, summarizing scientific work and research interest)
  • CV (summarizing education, positions, pedagogical experience, administrative experience and other qualifying activity)
  • Copies of educational certificates, academic transcripts of records, and letters of recommendation
  • A complete list of publications
  • 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 should be in English (or a Scandinavian language).

In assessing the applications, special emphasis will be placed on the documented, academic qualifications, and the candidates motivation and personal suitability. Interviews with the best qualified candidates will be arranged.

It is expected that the successful candidate will be able to complete the project in the course of the period of employment.

Formal regulations

According to the Norwegian Freedom and 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.

Please see the guidelines and regulations for appointments to Postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Oslo.

No one can be appointed for more than one Postdoctoral Fellow period at the University of Oslo.

No one can be appointed twice as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow financed with funds from The Research Council of Norway (NFR).

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.

Contact information

  • Professor Anne Simonsen, phone: +47 22851110, e-mail: anne.simonsen@medisin.uio.no

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