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Stillingstittel: PhD position within Obesity and Metabolism

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Jobbnorge ID: 161585

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At NTNU, creating knowledge for a better world is the vision that unites our 7 000 employees and 40 000 students.

We are looking for dedicated employees to join us.

   

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About the position

There is an available PhD position at the Obesity Research Group in the project "Effects of sleeve gastrectomy versus diet-induced weight loss on homeostatic and hedonic appetite markers and gut microbiota".

This project has been financed by the Hospital Trust in Central Norway (Samarbeidsorganet HMN-NTNU). More information about the research group here: www.ntnu.edu/ikom/obesity#/view/about.

 

Job abstractJV_description

Beyond restriction of stomach size and malabsorption, sleeve gastrectomy`s success at producing long-term weight loss in patients with severe obesity is not fully understood. Sleeve gastrectomy may produce sustainable weight loss by altering homeostatic signals, hedonic hunger, and/or the microbiome. A better understanding of the mechanisms by which sleeve gastrectomy induces sustained weight loss will contribute significantly to the refinement and optimization of this surgical approach and may also lead to identification of pharmacological targets or supplemental strategies for the development of better, noninvasive weight loss alternatives. The primary aim of this study is to compare how a similar weight loss induced by sleeve gastrectomy or a very-low energy diet impacts the homeostatic and hedonic appetite control systems and gut microbiota. The university has well equipped laboratories related to body composition assessment, metabolism (indirect calorimetry) and analysis of appetite-related hormones. 

Qualification requirements

The PhD-position's main objective is to qualify for work in research positions. The qualification requirement is completion of a master's degree or second degree (equivalent to 120 credits) with a strong academic background in obesity and health, nutrition, metabolism or other relevant areas, or equivalent education with a grade of B or better in terms of NTNU's grading scale. Candidates from universities outside Norway are kindly requested to send a Diploma Supplement or a similar document, wich describes in detail the study and grade system and the rights for further studies associated with the obtained degree. Proficiency in oral and written English is a must.

The appointment is to be made in accordance with the regulations in force concerning State Employees and Civil Servants and national guidelines for appointment as PhD, postdoctor and research assistant

Preference will be given to those who can demonstrate to have:

• A nutrition/dietetics background
• Experience in the treatment of patients with severe obesity
• Experience with weight loss interventions
• Experience with appetite research
• Lab experience with techniques such as Elisa, RIA and magnetic beads technology

 

Personal characteristics

Emphasis will be placed on:

• The candidate`s motivation for the position
• Communication skills
• Cooperation skills
• The ability to write and speak Norwegian

 

In the evaluation of which candidate is best qualified, emphasis will be placed on education, experience and personal suitability, as well as motivation, in terms of the qualification requirements specified in the advertisement

We offer

• exciting and stimulating tasks in a strong international academic environment
• an open and inclusive work environment with dedicated colleagues
• favourable terms in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
• employee benefits

Salary and conditions

PhD candidates are remunerated in code 1017, and depending on qualifications and academic background is remunerated at gross from NOK 449 400 - NOK 515 200 before tax per year. From the salary, 2 % is deducted as a contribution to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.

The period of employment is 3 years. Appointment to a PhD position requires admission to the PhD program. A condition of appointment is that you are in fact qualified for admission to the PhD programme within three months.

 

 

General information

Working at NTNU

A good work environment is characterized by diversity. We encourage qualified candidates to apply, regardless of their gender, functional capacity or cultural background. Under the Freedom of Information Act (offentleglova), information about the applicant may be made public even if the applicant has requested not to have their name entered on the list of applicants.

Questions about the position can be directed to Associate Professor Catia Martins, e-mail: catia.martins (at) ntnu.no

Questions regarding the application process can be directed to HR consultant Elisabeth Myrvang, e-mail: elisabeth.myrvang (at) ntnu.no.

About the application:
Applicants are asked to apply via this page.

The candidate`s motivation, skills and personal qualifications for the position and project should be described in the application letter. The application should contain the following attachments:

• Applicants` CV
• List of publications, relevant former positions and copy of relevant transcripts and diplomas
• Short statement from a former supervisor/tutor/teacher
• Contact information for two references (including email addresses and telephone number)
• Other relevant attachments

Candidates from universities outside of Norway are kindly requested to send a Diploma Supplement or a similar document, wich describes in detail the study and grade system and the rights for further studies associated with the obtained degree.

 

Application deadline: 25.01.19

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