Summary
Karolinska Institutet, a world-renowned medical university, is offering a PhD position in Oral Biology and Medicine. This doctoral studentship is based within the Department of Dental Medicine, which has been globally recognized for its excellence in research and education, including being ranked number one in the world for its Dentistry Programme. The successful candidate will join the Oral Biology and Medicine Research Group to investigate the biological effects and long-term health consequences of nicotine pouches and other smokeless tobacco products on the oral mucosa. This interdisciplinary project offers comprehensive training in histopathology, genetic analyses, toxicology, and data analysis, contributing to a timely and socially relevant field of research.
Designation
Doctoral Student (PhD Candidate) in Oral Biology and Medicine
Table: Scholarship Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Type | Doctoral Studentship (Salaried Position) |
| Host Institution | Karolinska Institutet |
| Department | Department of Dental Medicine, Division of Oral Diagnostics and Surgery |
| Location | Campus Flemingsberg, Stockholm, Sweden |
| Duration | Maximum 4 years full-time |
| Employment Type | Contractual salary (doctoral studentship) |
| Benefits | Individual research project, experienced supervision, wide range of elective courses, access to modern gym, medical care reimbursements. |
Research Area
The research project focuses on Oral Biology and Medicine, specifically investigating the effects of nicotine pouches and other Swedish smokeless tobacco products on the oral mucosa at clinical, histological, and molecular levels. It combines clinical research, oral pathology, molecular biology, genomics, and analytical chemistry.
Location
Campus Flemingsberg, Stockholm, Sweden.
Eligibility/Qualification
General Eligibility Requirements for Doctoral Education:
- Awarded a second-cycle/advanced/master qualification (e.g., master’s degree), OR
- Satisfied requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits, of which at least 60 credits were awarded at the advanced/second-cycle/master level, OR
- Acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in Sweden or abroad.
Specific Eligibility Requirements:
- Proficiency in English equivalent to the course English B/English 6 at Swedish upper secondary school.
Skills and Personal Qualities:
- Degree in Dentistry or an equivalent qualification.
- Highly desirable experience in histology, biomedicine, and molecular biology.
- Prior knowledge of histology, immunology, and/or genetics is an advantage.
- Ability to work independently and effectively within a team.
- Highly motivated, creative, and strong communication skills.
- Excellent command of spoken and written English.
- Proficiency in Swedish is considered an advantage for patient interactions.
Scholarship Description
The PhD position is a fully funded doctoral studentship for a maximum of four years full-time. As a doctoral student at Karolinska Institutet, you will be employed on a contractual salary and benefit from an individual research project, supervision from experienced researchers, and access to a wide range of elective courses. The project offers an opportunity to develop broad research expertise in an interdisciplinary and socially relevant field, focusing on the health impacts of smokeless nicotine and tobacco products. Karolinska Institutet provides a creative and inspiring environment, access to state-of-the-art facilities like Ana Futura, and opportunities for international exchanges.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system via the provided apply link. The application should preferably be in English, but Swedish is also accepted. Required documents include:
- A personal letter and a curriculum vitae.
- Degree projects and previous publications (if any).
- Any other documentation demonstrating desirable skills and personal qualities.
- Documents certifying general eligibility for doctoral education.
- Documents certifying specific eligibility for doctoral education.
Selection will be based on the applicant’s ability to benefit from doctoral education, considering documented subject knowledge, analytical skills, and other relevant experience.
Last Date for Apply
Until position filled
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