Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

Within our research group you will find a unique opportunity to work with cutting edge research in the intersection between circadian rhythms, metabolism and neuroendocrinology. We offer an engaging and international research environment where you may contribute to high quality research on an internationally competitive level.

Division

Our group is an integral part of the unit of endocrinology at the department of medicine in Huddinge and is led by Paul Petrus.

Duties

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with a background in neuroscience to join our team. The primary objective of our research is to characterize circadian processes involved in both metabolic and mental disorders. As a successful candidate, you will lead a neuroscientific branch in our lab and collaborate closely with researchers specializing in metabolism.

Responsibilities:

  1. Drive a multidisciplinary project combining bioinformatic analyses and functional characterization using in vitro and in vivo systems.
  2. Conduct experiments and apply techniques such as immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, and microdissection of frozen brains.
  3. Stay up-to-date with the latest literature in neuroscience and contribute your expertise to the group.
  4. Play a central role in our multidisciplinary team, actively participating in discussions, presenting findings, and collaborating with other researchers.

Entry requirements

Scholarships for postdoctoral qualification can be established for foreign researchers who place their qualifications in Sweden. The purpose of scholarships for postdoctoral qualification is to promote internationalization and contribute to research qualification after a doctorate or equivalent.
A scholarship for carrying out postdoctoral research can be granted for a maximum of two years within a four year period following the receipt of a doctoral degree or equivalent.
To be eligible for a postdoctoral scholarship, the person must have obtained a doctorate or a foreign degree deemed to be equivalent to a doctorate. Applicants who have not completed a doctorate at the end of the application period may also apply, provided that all requirements for a completed degree are met before the (intended) start date of the post doctoral education.

The head of the department determines whether their previous training and scholarly qualifications correspond to a Swedish doctorate or higher.

Qualifications:

  1. Ph.D. in Neuroscience or related field.
  2. Knowledge in the link between brain functions and physiology.
  3. Familiarity with techniques such as immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, and microdissections of mouse brains.
  4. Experience working with murine models.
  5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  6. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting.

Location: Flemingsberg

Type of scholarship

The amount is tax free and it is set for twelve months at a time, paid out on a six months basis. In exceptional cases, shorter periods may be acceptable.

Application process

An application must contain the following documents in English or Swedish:

  • A complete curriculum vitae, including date of the thesis defence, title of the thesis, previous academic positions, academic title, current position, academic distinctions, and committee work
  • A complete list of publications
  • A summary of current work (no more than one page)

The application is to be submitted on the Varbi recruitment system.

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First day of employment According to agreement
Salary Scholarship
Reference number STÖD 2-4668/2023
Contact
  • Paul Petrus , paul.petrus@ki.se
Union representative
  • Belinda Pannagel, SACO, belinda.pannagel@ki.se
  • Sidinh Luc, SACO, sidinh.luc@ki.se
  • Mari Gilljam, OFR, mari.gilljam@ki.se
Published 27.Nov.2023
Last application date 08.Dec.2023 11:59 PM CET

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