Job Description:
The Department of Biosciences and Nutrition performs research and education in areas of medical science including molecular endocrinology, cancer biology, functional genomics, systems biology, epigenetics, structural biochemistry, cellular virology, and nutrition. The department offers an international study and working environment, including around 300 scientists, students, administrative and technical personnel. Areas of responsibilities/Description of work
The positions are available immediately in the laboratory of Assistant Professor Pekka Katajisto
(http://www.biocenter.helsinki.fi/bi/katajisto/index.html). The laboratory is moving functions to the Department of Biosciences and Nutrition in Karolinska Institutet, and is looking for multiple postdoctoral researchers for projects that investigate the role of asymmetric stem cell division and niche interactions in aging. The projects that are funded by the Center of Innovative Medicine and the Wallenberg Academy Fellows program will be discussed in detail during the interviews of selected candidates (for an example, see: Science. 2015 Apr 17;348(6232):340-3., and Nature. 2012 Jun 28;486(7404):490-5). Candidates are also encouraged to start new projects and research directions.
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Qualifications
We look for ambitious and innovative candidates holding a PhD or an equivalent degree, and with a strong background and publication record in cell or molecular biology and/or animal models. Experience in stem cell biology, live-microscopy, primary cell cultures, or cell sorting is considered as an asset. Good communication skills and fluency in spoken and written English are required. Emphasis will be placed on scientific excellence as well as personal suitability.
Entry requirements
A person is eligible for a position as Postdoctoral Researcher if he or she has obtained a PhD no more than seven years before the last date of employment as postdoc.
Application process
To submit your application, please click on the "Apply through website" button.
An employment application must contain the following documents in English or Swedish:
1 - 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
2 - A complete list of publications
3 - A summary of current work (no more than one page)
4 - Verifications for crediting of illness, military service, work for labour unions or student organisations, parental leave or similar circumstances
5 - Verification from the thesis defence committee or the equivalent (only if the thesis defence is scheduled within three months after the application deadline)
ABOUT THE EMPLOYER
Karolinska Institutet is one of the world´s leading medical universities. Its mission is to contribute to the improvement of human health through research and education. Karolinska Institutet accounts for over 40 per cent of the medical academic research conducted in Sweden and offers the country´s broadest range of education in medicine and health sciences. Since 1901 the Nobel Assembly at Karolinska Institutet has selected the Nobel laureates in Physiology or Medicine.
Pursuant to the regulations of the Swedish National Archives, applications are kept on file for two years after the appointment has gained legal force. The regulations do not apply to attachments that have been printed or otherwise published.
Karolinska Institutet strives to provide a workplace that has approximately the same number of women and men, is free of discrimination and offers equal opportunity to everyone.
For temp agencies and recruiters, and to salespersons: We politely, yet firmly, decline direct contact with temp agencies and recruiters, as well as those selling additional job announcements.
Type of employment: Temporary position longer than 6 months
Working hours: Full time
First day of employment: First day of employment upon agreement
Number of positions: 1
Working hours: 100%
Additional Info:
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The Department of Biosciences and Nutrition performs research and education in areas of medical science including molecular endocrinology, cancer biology, functional genomics, systems biology, epigenetics, structural biochemistry, cellular virology, and nutrition. The department offers an international study and working environment, including around 300 scientists, students, administrative and technical personnel. Areas of responsibilities/Description of work
The positions are available immediately in the laboratory of Assistant Professor Pekka Katajisto
(http://www.biocenter.helsinki.fi/bi/katajisto/index.html). The laboratory is moving functions to the Department of Biosciences and Nutrition in Karolinska Institutet, and is looking for multiple postdoctoral researchers for projects that investigate the role of asymmetric stem cell division and niche interactions in aging. The projects that are funded by the Center of Innovative Medicine and the Wallenberg Academy Fellows program will be discussed in detail during the interviews of selected candidates (for an example, see: Science. 2015 Apr 17;348(6232):340-3., and Nature. 2012 Jun 28;486(7404):490-5). Candidates are also encouraged to start new projects and research directions.
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Qualifications
We look for ambitious and innovative candidates holding a PhD or an equivalent degree, and with a strong background and publication record in cell or molecular biology and/or animal models. Experience in stem cell biology, live-microscopy, primary cell cultures, or cell sorting is considered as an asset. Good communication skills and fluency in spoken and written English are required. Emphasis will be placed on scientific excellence as well as personal suitability.
Entry requirements
A person is eligible for a position as Postdoctoral Researcher if he or she has obtained a PhD no more than seven years before the last date of employment as postdoc.
Application process
To submit your application, please click on the "Apply through website" button.
An employment application must contain the following documents in English or Swedish:
1 - 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
2 - A complete list of publications
3 - A summary of current work (no more than one page)
4 - Verifications for crediting of illness, military service, work for labour unions or student organisations, parental leave or similar circumstances
5 - Verification from the thesis defence committee or the equivalent (only if the thesis defence is scheduled within three months after the application deadline)
ABOUT THE EMPLOYER
Karolinska Institutet is one of the world´s leading medical universities. Its mission is to contribute to the improvement of human health through research and education. Karolinska Institutet accounts for over 40 per cent of the medical academic research conducted in Sweden and offers the country´s broadest range of education in medicine and health sciences. Since 1901 the Nobel Assembly at Karolinska Institutet has selected the Nobel laureates in Physiology or Medicine.
Pursuant to the regulations of the Swedish National Archives, applications are kept on file for two years after the appointment has gained legal force. The regulations do not apply to attachments that have been printed or otherwise published.
Karolinska Institutet strives to provide a workplace that has approximately the same number of women and men, is free of discrimination and offers equal opportunity to everyone.
For temp agencies and recruiters, and to salespersons: We politely, yet firmly, decline direct contact with temp agencies and recruiters, as well as those selling additional job announcements.
Type of employment: Temporary position longer than 6 months
Working hours: Full time
First day of employment: First day of employment upon agreement
Number of positions: 1
Working hours: 100%
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Additional Info:
[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]