Stillingstittel: PhD Candidate in Neuroscience (2016/6265)

Stillingsbeskrivelse:
The University of Oslo is Norway’s largest institution of research and education with 28 000 students and 7000 employees. Its broad range of academic disciplines and internationally esteemed research communities make UiO an important contributor to society.Division of PhysiologyPhD Candidate in Neuroscience

One position as PhD Candidate (SKO 1017) is available at the Department of Molecular Medicine, Division of Physiology, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences (IMB), University of Oslo. The position is associated with GliaLab, the laboratory of Professor Erlend A. Nagelhus for a period of 3 years from August 1^st 2016. The position is linked to the project "2-photon imaging of glial endfoot (dys)function in awake behaving mice ", a TOPPFORSK project funded by the Research Council of Norway.

The IMB pursue education and research to promote basic medical knowledge in order to understand normal processes, provide insight into mechanisms that cause illness, and promote good health. More information about the Institute can be found here: link

The IMB has a strategic ambition of being a leading research faculty. Candidates will be selected in accordance with this, and expected to be in the upper segment of their class with respect to academic credentials.

Job description

A better understanding of the functions of astroglial cells is important not only for knowing how the brain works, but also for developing novel treatment strategies for neurological disorders. The present project studies functions and dysfunctions of glial cells in animal models relevant for temporal lobe epilepsy, migraine and Alzheimers' disease. The prime technology is in vivo 2-photon laser scanning microscopy.

We are searching for a highly motivated candidate with strong interest in neuronal-glial-vascular interactions. The candidate will use state of the art in vivo 2-photon imaging techniques to investigate the involvement of astroglial cells in brain water and ion homeostasis and vascular dynamics. We offer broad training possibilities in the required experimental methods within a stimulating academic environment.

The fellowship will be for a period of 3 years.

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold a M.D. or MSc in Neuroscience or a relevant discipline with an interest in doing a PhD which involves both experimental and computational work.
• Relevant candidates must have a strong background in neuroscience, with an emphasis on physiology. Experience in electrophysiology and/or optical imaging is an advantage.
• The candidate should be able to work independently and structured, while at the same time engage in close collaborations. Emphasis will be attributed to team-working abilities and personal skills.
• In assessing the applications, special emphasis will be placed on the relevance of the candidate’s background.

We offer

• Salary ranging from pay grade: 50 – 56 (NOK 430 500 – 475 400)
• Stimulating and attractive work environment
• Membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.
• Attractive welfare benefits.

The fellowship requires admission to the PhD program at the Medical Faculty at the UiO. For more information see: http://www.uio.no/english/research/doctoral-degree-and-career/phd/application/

The application must include:

• Application letter (including a summary of the applicant's scientific work and interests and a description how she/he fits t
  
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  Arbeidsgiver Navn: Universitetet i Oslo, Institute of Basic
  
  Arbeidsgiver adresse: 0313 OSLO
  
  Job kort beskrivelse: University and higher education teachers
  
  Land: Norge
  
  Region: Oslo
  
  Kilde til jobbtilbud: NAV, Offentlige arbeidsformidlinger, Norge
  
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