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University of Oslo Postdoctoral Fellow in Cell Biology 2017, Norway

Publish Date: Feb 25, 2017

Deadline: Mar 17, 2017

Post-doctoral fellow in Cell Biology

Department of Biomaterials has a multidisciplinary team of researchers trained in molecular biology, cell biology, odontology, medicine, microbiology, biochemistry, chemistry and materials science dedicated to research focusing on development or modification of biomaterials, bone regeneration and integration of biomaterials into bone and related hard tissues. The group consist of three professors, two post docs and 10 PhD students.

The fellowship period is for 3 years. The main purpose of post-doctoral research fellowships is to qualify researchers for work in higher academic positions within their disciplines. No one can be appointed for more than one specified period at the same institution.

Project

Your main research responsibilities will be related to the project “Marine Origin Polymers as Innovative Building Blocks from the Sea for the Development of Bioresorbable Multilayered Membranes for Guided Bone Regeneration” with the acronym BLUETEETH. This is a Marine Biotechnology ERA-NET financed project, starts on 01.01.2017, coordinated by the University of Aveiro, Portugal, University of Iceland, the company Primex ehf, Iceland, and the University of Oslo, Norway as partners.

BLUETEETH intends to create an innovative membrane for guided tissue/bone regeneration. It will incorporate bioactive and functional molecules, which display mineralized domains thus mimicking the nacre structure. The membrane will be highly flexible, mechanically stable, easily handled by clinicians and cut in desirable shapes, being easily adapted to the affected site. 

We are looking for an excellent postdoctoral researcher with interest in experimental studies of cell-material interactions. In particular we are currently recruiting a person with experience in the following techniques:

  • In vitro culturing of various types of  cells of mesenchymal origin
  • Characterization of cell differentiation using  qRT-PCR and immunoassays
  • Evaluate cellular degradation of the membrane using imaging, confocal microscopy in particular.

Note that strong cell biology background is required. You are expected to be involved in all parts of the project, such as: experimental design, sample design and preparation, data acquisition and analysis, publications and grant applications. Co-supervision of Ph.D. students and M.Sc. thesis students as well as attending international conferences and meetings is required.

Requirements

To qualify for this fellowship you must have completed a Ph.D. in cell biology or biochemistry, or equivalent. You may also apply if the doctoral dissertation have been submitted and approved by the evaluation committee before the application deadline.

A strong cell biology background is required and a good command of English is a prerequisite.

The successful candidate should have documented experience in most of the areas described in the bullet points above.

Personal skills

The successful candidate has the ability to work in a structured and independent manner, and works well in cooperation with others. Good communication skills are essential to the position.

Candidates with well-established international research network will be preferred.

In assessing the applications, special emphasis will be placed on the assumed academic and personal ability on the part of the candidates to complete the project within the given time frame and publish articles in recognized international journals.

We offer
  • A friendly working environment
  • An exciting research environment with a multidisciplinary profile, multicultural working environment and excellent opportunities for academic development
  • Position code 1352: NOK486 100 to NOK 567 100 per year, depending on qualifications and seniority
  • Favourable pension arrangements
  • Attractive welfare arrangements

The work will be conducted at Department of Biomaterials, University of Oslo.  Earliest starting date is May 1st 2017.

Application

The application with attachments must be sent through our electronic recruiting system EasyCruit. The application must include:

  • Application letter stating how the candidate can contribute to the project and how she/he fits the description of the person we seek
  • CV summarizing education, positions held, details of academic work, pedagogical and administrative experience and other qualifying activities
  • List of publications
  • Copies of educational certificates and transcripts of records
  • 2 letters of recommendation
  • 2 additional references, with address, telephone number, email and relationship stated
  • Documentation of English Proficiency, if educated in a non-English speaking institution.

An expert committee will review all applications. Applicants may be called in for an interview.

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

For more information please click "Further Official Information" below.


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http://uio.easycruit.com/vacancy/1796749/71018?iso=no

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Disciplines

Biology

Study Levels

Postdoctoral

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Fellowships

Eligible Countries

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Host Countries

Norway