Postdoctoral in Bioinformatics and Immunology: Lovisenberg Diaconal Hospital is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher for a three-year, full-time position in bioinformatics and immunology. The successful candidate will work within the Immune Responses in Rheumatic Diseases research group at the Department of Molecular Medicine, University of Oslo, primarily focusing on single-cell sequencing and high-dimensional data analysis related to rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Bioinformatics and Immunology
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Research Area
Bioinformatics, Immunology, Rheumatic Diseases
Location
Oslo, Norway
Eligibility/Qualification
- PhD or equivalent in a relevant field by the start date.
- Background in bioinformatics or immunology.
- Experience with transcriptomics, genetics, or multi-omics data is preferable.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as R and/or Python; experience with a Linux environment is required.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
- Demonstrated motivation, problem-solving abilities, and strong interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of independent project management.
- Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
Job Description
The postdoctoral fellow will utilize single-cell sequencing data to investigate disease-specific T cells and B cells within RA patients and will work towards identifying disease-driving T-cell antigens. Collaboration with international partners and internal group members will be essential to discover and analyze novel antigens. The role includes engaging in additional projects focused on high-dimensional single-cell sequencing and multi-omics data analysis. The ideal candidate will have opportunities for professional development and will contribute to the translation of fundamental research into improved diagnostics and therapeutic targets for rheumatic diseases.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze single-cell sequencing data related to immune responses in RA.
- Collaborate with researchers to discover disease-relevant antigens.
- Contribute to the development of bioinformatics techniques and workflows.
- Participate in academic discussions and projects within the research group.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents through the electronic recruiting system:
- Application letter including motivation statement and research interests
- CV summarizing education and academic experience
- Copies of educational certificates and transcripts
- List of publications and academic works
- Contact details for 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, email, and phone number)
Note: All documents should be in English (or a Scandinavian language). Foreign applicants are advised to attach an explanation of their university’s grading system.
Last Date for Apply
The application deadline is May 21, 2025.
For inquiries, please contact:
- Associate Professor Asbjørn Christophersen: asbjorc@medisin.uio.no
- Head of Administration, Research Department Haakon Berg Johnsen: haakonberg.johnsen@lds.no | Tel: +47 99625717
Join us at Lovisenberg Diaconal Hospital and be part of a dynamic research environment that aims to advance our understanding of rheumatic diseases and transform healthcare!
