A 3-years postdoc position funded by South-Eastern Norway Regional Health Authority is vacant.  The postdoc will work on vaccines delivered as DNA. The studies will be performed in a preclinical model for influenza with a focus on neuraminidase. The project will be led by PhD Senior researcher and group leader Ranveig Braathen at the Department of Immunology and Transfusion Medicine, Oslo University Hospital. The successful candidates will work in an 8-member research team. The research group is part of a stimulating and international research environment of about 100 scientists working on various aspects of immunology.

Oslo University Hospital is a workplace with great diversity. We believe this is crucial for solving our tasks in the best possible way. We want this diversity to be reflected among the applicants for our positions, and we encourage all qualified candidates, regardless of background, to apply!

Kvalifikasjoner:

We seek a highly motivated person with a PhD or equivalent in immunology, molecular biology or related fields. The ideal candidate will have: 

• Prior experience within immunology or influenza research or vaccine development.
  
• Prior experience with techniques such as cell culture, molecular biology techniques, protein purification, ELISA, flow cytometry, ELLA, in vitro microneutralization assay, ADCC, immunization of mice, influenza challenge, T cell assays.
  
• Experience in handling mice (FELASA C approval).
  

Personlige egenskaper:

• Highly motivated and accurate.
  
• Good problem-solving skills.
  
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Proficiency in English.
  
• Good writing skills.

Vi tilbyr:

• Full time postdoc position for 3 years.
  
• An exciting and vibrant international scientific environment.
  
• Potential for personal and scientific growth.