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Stillingstittel: Researcher

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Jobbnorge ID: 169288

Job abstractJV_description

An exciting 18 month Researcher position (position code 1109) is available in the Sullivan group, at the Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Department of Molecular Medicine, from June 1, 2019.

The Sullivan group at the Institute of Basic Medical Sciences and Norwegian Centre for Stem Cell Research and Hybrid Technology Hub is developing liver models using human pluripotent stem cells. This includes the first abstractJV_description of an endodermal lineage (hepatoctyes) being derived from human induced pluripotent stem cells using a small molecule approach. These technologies are now being employed to unravel metabolic disease with patient specific models to gain insight into disease processes in the dish (https://www.med.uio.no/hth/english/groups/sullivan/index.html). With these enabling technologies the group have developed new approaches to derive hepatocytes from human pluripotent stem cells for use in disease modeling and in vitro drug testing. Another area that is being developed is the generation of stem cell lines from both endangered species and farmyard animals for preservation and potentially clean-meat production.

More about the position

A critical barrier preventing the acceleration of clean meat research (particularly in the public sector) is the availability of relevant cell lines. In order to make this achievable this project will develop a "Frozen Farmyard," a cell line repository for agriculturally relevant animals such as cow, pig, goat, chicken, duck, and sheep. The main project objective is to establish a library of induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) derived from common farmyard animals including cattle, sheep, pigs and goat.

The Researcher will be responsible for the generation of iPSCs from the above species using non-integrative methodologies. In addition they will validate, expand and biobank the generated lines. We have well-equipped laboratory facilities and access to state-of-the-art university platforms including access to the Norwegian stem cell core facility, microscopy, transcriptomics and proteomics.

Short listed applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Qualification requirements

We are seeking a talented research scientist, who has a PhD or equivalent degree or expected to be awarded in the near future, to drive this exciting project. Daily duties will include experimental design, daily bench work, and direct milestone reporting. Candidates must have experience in the generation of animal pluripotent stem cells and stem cell differentiation. Excellent oral and written communication skills (English) are essential.

• Ability to work independently and take initiatives
• Ability to collaborate in cross-disciplinary environments
• Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English

Personal skills

• Motivation
• Collaboration skills
• Excellent communication skills

We offer

• A challenging and friendly working environment
• Salary based on salary level 59 - 62 from 515 200 to 544 400 NOK/year
• Favorable pension arrangements
• Attractive welfare benefits

How to apply

The application must include

• CV summarizing education, positions and relevant work experience and future research interets
• Complete list of publications
• 1-page statement of previous research accomplishments
• - page statement of research experience relevant to the position announced
• - page motivation statement
• List of 3 references with contact information

The application with attachments must be delivered in our electronic recruiting system. 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).

In assessing the applications, special emphasis will be placed on the documented, academic qualifications, as well as the candidates motivation and personal suitability. Interviews with the best qualified candidates will be arranged.

Formal regulations

According to the Norwegian Freedom and Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.

The University of Oslo has an agreement for all employees, aiming to secure rights to research results etc.

The University of Oslo aims to achieve a balanced gender composition in the workforce and to recruit people with ethnic minority backgrounds.

Contact information

Dr. Gareth Sullivan, e-mail: gareth.sullivan (at) medisin.uio.no

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