Stillingstittel:
2 PhD positions in genetics/epigenetics/bioinformatics/statistics (Ref.nr. 2905650108)

Stillingsbeskrivelse:
Oslo University Hospital is a highly specialized hospital in charge of extensive regional and local hospital assignments. As Scandinavia’s largest hospital, we carry out more than 1.2 million patient treatments each year. The hospital has a nationwide responsibility for a number of national and multi-regional assignments, and has several national centers of competence. Oslo University Hospital is responsible for approximately 50 percent of all medical and health care research conducted at Norwegian hospitals, and is a significant role player within the education of a large variety of health care personnel.Two PhD positions in genetics/epigenetics/bioinformatics/statistics - Department of Medical Genetics, Section for Research and Development, University of Oslo/Oslo University Hospital

The Department of Medical Genetics performs research to identify genetic causes of diseases and the mechanisms by which certain genetic variations may cause illness. The Section for Research and Development (about 50 people) consists of 8 researchers, 20 postdocs and PhD candidates, as well as students and technical staff. Offering state of the art equipment, we provide a challenging and stimulating work environment, carrying out cutting edge medical research that addresses important medical questions. Two PhD positions are available, funded by the Norwegian Research Council. The studentships will be based in the Department of Medical Genetics, Oslo University Hospital and University of Oslo. We offer an excellent research infrastructure with very well equipped facilities. The project is part of the PharmaTox Strategic Research Initiative (http://www.mn.uio.no/farmasi/english/research/groups/pharmatox/ ) which aims to generate novel insight into the effects of pharmaceuticals on human neurotoxicity and neurodevelopment. PharmaTox is a highly interdisciplinary group, involving specialists in neurotoxicology, pharmacology, teratology, statistics, bioinformatics, epigenetics and epidemiology. Pharmatox is funded by the Norwegian Research Council, The European Union and the University of Oslo. Only applications through Webcruiter will be considered.

Job description

• The overall aim of the project is to determine the impact of specific medications taken during pregnancy on neurodevelopment, and understand the molecular and cellular mechanisms involved. We are looking for highly motivated candidates to focus on the role of epigenetics, particularly DNA methylation, in this process. The project involves both laboratory work and bioinformatics/statistical analyses, we therefore invite applications with backgrounds from diverse fields.

Qualifications

• Highly qualified students holding a BSc/MSc or equivalent degree with a background in genetics, molecular biology, bioinformatics, statistics, computer science.
• Fluency in written and spoken English

Personal qualities

• We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic employee with a strong work ethic.
• The candidate must be able to work independently, but also have good interpersonal skills and a desire to contribute to strengthening the research environment.
• The candidate should have strong analytical and creative skills and be motivated by new challenges,
• Start date of appointment on 1st May 2016 but can be offset upon appointment.

Language

• English

We offer

• An exciting and interdisciplinary research environment
• Salary in accordance with agreements.
• New technology
• International research environment
• Start date of employment is on 1st May 2016 or agreed upon appointment. Please contact us for further information.

Miscellaneous info

• Travel: Some travell
  
  Minstelønn: 0
  
  Maksimal lønn: 0
  
  Arbeidsgiver Navn: Oslo Universitetssykehus HF, Ullevål
  
  Arbeidsgiver adresse: 0450 OSLO
  
  Job kort beskrivelse: University and higher education teachers
  
  Land: Norge
  
  Region: Oslo
  
  Kilde til jobbtilbud: NAV, Offentlige arbeidsformidlinger, Norge
  
  Lønn valuta: NOK
  
  Lønn periode: Pr. år
  
  
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