PhD Fellowship in CRISPR Gene Therapy: The University of Oslo is offering a prestigious three-year PhD research fellowship in the Haapaniemi group, focusing on developing CRISPR-based gene editing platforms for correcting patient-specific mutations in ex vivo cell therapies targeting genetic immune diseases.
PhD Research Fellowship in CRISPR Gene Therapy
Designation
PhD Research Fellow
Research Area
CRISPR Gene Therapy, Stem Cell Biology, Immunology, Gene Editing
Location
Oslo, Norway (NCMBM at the University of Oslo & Oslo University Hospital)
Eligibility/Qualification
- A Master’s degree or equivalent in life sciences.
- Work experience in academic or private research environments, particularly in:
- Stem cell biology
- Immunology
- Gene editing
- High-throughput screening
- Fluent oral and written communication skills in English.
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Optimize and scale up protocols for mutation correction in human T cells and hematopoietic stem cells.
- Conduct cell transplant experiments using humanized mouse models.
- Design and optimize high-throughput biology experiments and custom Next Generation Sequencing libraries.
- Scale up protocols to pre-GMP and GMP standards.
- Participate in an approved PhD program at the University of Oslo, with an expectation to complete the project within the fellowship period.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are required to submit the following through the university’s recruitment system:
- Cover letter (including motivation, scientific work summary, and research interest).
- CV summarizing education, positions, and other qualifications.
- List of publications.
- Copies of educational certificates (academic transcripts).
- List of 3 reference persons (name, relation to candidate, email, and phone number).
For education results not available through Vitnemålsportalen.no, candidates should upload transcripts or grades. All documentation must be in English.
Last Date to Apply
27th April 2025
For inquiries about the position, contact Dr. Emma Haapaniemi at emma.haapaniemi@ncmm.uio.no or HR-adviser Nina Modahl at ninam@ncmm.uio.no.
