Postdoctoral Fellowship in Molecular Immunology: The Laboratory of Immunoregulation and T cell biology at the Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, is seeking applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Molecular Immunology. The position is funded by the European Research Council and offers an exciting opportunity to join a motivated team working on the biology of T cell subsets and their role in shaping the adaptive immune system.
Designation: Postdoctoral Fellow
Research Area: Molecular Immunology
Location: Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Norway
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Hold a project-relevant PhD degree (doctoral dissertation must be submitted for evaluation by the closing date)
- Background in molecular biology or immunology
- Proven knowledge of molecular and cell biology techniques
- Experience with mouse models, tissue culture, flow cytometry, and bioinformatics (including R and single cell RNA seq analysis) preferred
- Prior experience working with T cells beneficial
- Strong proficiency in verbal and written English
Job Description:
The candidate will join a motivated team studying the biology of T cell subsets in the Laboratory of Immunoregulation and T cell biology.The project focuses on T follicular helper cells and how they influence the germinal center reaction and the quality of germinal center B cells and protective antibodies. The candidate will contribute to research cooperation within the project, utilizing tools such as photoactivation of microanatomical areas, 2-photon intravital microscopy, and biochemical tagging of cellular interactions. This job is a chance for someone to do research on T cells and develop new ways to understand them. They will also work on clinical research related to monoclonal antibodies used for treatment.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit the following documents via the electronic recruiting system:
- Cover letter (including statement of motivation, summary of scientific work, and research interest)
- CV (including education, positions, pedagogical experience, administrative experience, and other qualifying activity)
- Copies of educational certificates (academic transcripts only)
- Complete list of publications
- List of 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, e-mail, and phone number)
Please ensure that all documents are in English (or a Scandinavian language). Foreign applicants should provide an explanation of their university’s grading system.
Last Date for Apply: 6 August 2023
For further information or inquiries, please contact: Ass. Professor Johanne T. Jacobsen: j.t.jacobsen@medisin.uio.no HR-adviser Mija Nikolaisen (questions regarding the online application form): mija.nikolaisen@medisin.uio.no
For detailed guidelines and regulations, please visit the University of Oslo’s website.
The University of Oslo is committed to inclusion and diversity and aims to achieve a balanced gender composition among its employees. Qualified applicants with disabilities, employment gaps, or immigrant backgrounds will be invited for an interview.
The University of Oslo is Norway’s oldest and highest ranked educational and research institution with many academic disciplines and recognized research communities. The university in Oslo has good benefits and is family-friendly, in a city with lots of cultural and outdoor activities.
About the Institute of Clinical Medicine: The Institute of Clinical Medicine (Klinmed) is the largest institute at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo. 800 employees work on education and research at Oslo University Hospital and Akershus University Hospital in several areas.
