Researcher in Neuroanatomy, Neuroinformatics and Brain Atlasing
TWO POSITIONS AS RESEARCHERS (SKO 1109) is available at the Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Department of Molecular Medicine, for 12-18 months with possibility for extension. The Institute of Basic Medical Sciences consists of academic departments and units that pursue research and education within basic medical science. The institute has approximately 320 employees and is located in the Domus Medica. More information about the institute can be found here: www.med.uio.no/imb/english/
The positions are associated with the Neural Systems Laboratory and will be funded by the EU Human Brain Project. The laboratory employs computational methods, neuroimaging, digital brain atlasing, and neuroinformatics to develop and implement new technologies for analysis of brain architecture, connectivity, and gene and molecular distributions at the level of regions and whole brain. In the Human Brain Project, the laboratory will deliver management and curation of large amounts of quantitative neuroanatomical data describing salient aspects of mouse and rat brain systems subserving motor, somatosensory, and memory functions. Data analysis will result in descriptions of cell type positions and densities, neurotransmitter distributions, gene expression patterns, and axonal connections. A key goal will be to integrate and analyze the data in a common spatial brain atlas framework for the purpose of feeding computational brain models developed within the Human Brain Project. The positions should be filled as soon as possible. For general information about the project and rodent brain atlasing, see https://goo.gl/VTYaS6
Description
The researchers employed shall contribute to spatial registration and curation of diverse microscopic brain image data from collaborators in the Human Brain Project and from various other sources and perform quantitative analyses to extract strategic data required for modelling purposes in other workpackages of the Human Brain Project. Software tools and workflows developed in the Neural Systems Laboratory are in place to perform the work and will continue to be developed in response to the needs of the project.
Qualifications and personal skills
We are looking for highly motivated and competent researchers holding a PhD or equivalent in a relevant field of science, who enjoy working in an international and interactive environment. The successful candidates should have a solid background in neuroscience (preferably from subfields neuroanatomy and neuroimaging). Candidates with prior experience from anatomical research using advanced microscopy and 3-D imaging, and the personal prerequisites to carry out the project will be preferred. Experience with histological methods, computational 2-D / 3-D image registration methods, data management, and programming is an advantage. In assessing the applications, special emphasis will be placed on the relevance of the candidate’s background, with regards to research field and the research methods. The assumed academic and personal ability of the candidate to complete the project successfully will also be considered. Short-listed applicants may be invited for an interview at the University of Oslo or by teleconference.
Requirements
- Applicants must have a degree equivalent to a Norwegian PhD
- The successful applicant must speak and write English fluently
- Good technological skills and experience with advanced technical (imaging) equipment are required
- Experience with microscopy and image processing is required
- The candidate must be capable of taking initiatives and work independently
- Emphasis will be attributed to team-working, communication and individual suitability for the project
We offer:
- An interesting and challenging assignment in a research group which runs a state-of-the-art infrastructure for high-throughput acquisition of 2-D and 3-D histological images and digital atlasing
- A productive research environment
- Salary in the range between salary range 57-65 (NOK 483 700 – 560 700) depending on qualifications
- Favorable pension arrangements Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.
- Attractive welfare arrangements benefits
The application must include:
- The application letter (including a summary of applicant’s scientific work and interest and describing how she/he fits the description of the person we seek)
- CV (summarizing education, positions, pedagogical experience, administrative experience and other qualifying activity
- Copies of educational certificates with grades, letters of recommendation
- Names and contact details of 2-3 referees (names, relation to candidate, e-mail and phone number)
- A complete list of publications and all academic work that the applicant wishes to be considered by the evaluation committee
The application with attachments is to be delivered in our electronic recruiting system EasyCruit. Foreign applicants are advised to attach an explanation of their University's grading system. Please remember that all documents should be in English.
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The University of Oslo has a goal of recruiting more women in academic positions. Women are encouraged to apply.
The University of Oslo also has a goal of recruiting ethnic minorities to Norway in academic positions. Ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply.
Important: Applications must be delivered in EasyCruit. Applications sent via email will not be accepted.
Contacts
Dr. Trygve Leergaard
Telephone: +47 22851052
Mobile: +47 97645005
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