PhD Position Investigating Mechanobiology in the Heart

Applications are invited for a 3-year PhD position investigating how cardiac muscle cells (cardiomyocytes) sense mechanical signals, and how these pathways control the cell’s structure and function. Based on these insights, the project will seek to understand how mechanical overload in diseases such as heart failure can be therapeutically targeted. The position will be based at the Institute for Experimental Medical Research (IEMR) located at Oslo University Hospital. 
 
IEMR is an innovative and dynamic medical research environment that conducts research focused on understanding the basic mechanisms of cardiac (patho)physiology. With approximately 60 employees and six research groups, our expertise spans molecular biology, physiology and cardiology. The project will be supervised by Professor William Louch.

Oslo University Hospital is a workplace with great diversity. We believe this is essential to perform the tasks required of us. Therefore, we pursue diversity among our job applicants and encourage everyone to apply regardless of who you are.

Kvalifikasjoner:

We ask all applicants to respond to the qualification requirements. We will not consider applications lacking this information.

• We are looking for talented and highly motivated candidates of all nationalities who have a keen interest in cellular and cardiovascular research
• Applicants must hold a BSc in Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Engineering, or Physics
• Previous experience with:

       - Advanced light microscopy techniques including confocal imaging
       - Qualitative and quantitative analysis of microscopy images, using tools such as ImageJ
       - Experimental testing of genetic alterations

• Fluent oral and written communication skills in English are required

Value will be placed on compatibility of the applicant’s professional and personal disposition, with
strengths in:

• Systematic approach
• Analysis and assessment
• Implementation
• Self development
• Initiative and accountability

Personlige egenskaper:

• Enthusiastic, reliable and structured
• Genuine interest in research
• Dedicated and responsible

Vi tilbyr:

• Salary according to agreement  
• A stimulating, challenging and friendly international working environment with broad expertise
• Technical assistance and training
• Attractive welfare benefits and a generous pension agreement, in addition to Oslo’s family-friendly environment with its rich opportunities for culture and outdoor activities
• We take care of our new employees and support you through the start-up phase with our central new employee program, read more: https://www.oslo-universitetssykehus.no/om-oss/jobb-og-utdanning/arbeidsplassen-var/velkommen-med-pa-laget/ 
• We have welfare offers for our employees, e.g. theater tickets, company choirs, company sport teams etc.

At Oslo University Hospital we provide advanced patient care, research, experimental treatment, teaching and inovation at a high international level. We are therefore the rearguard of all Norway. We need you on the team.

Does this sound like a position for you? We look forward to reading your application.

Do you want to know more about us?
Read about or work place here:
https://iemr.no  and https://www.oslo-universitetssykehus.no/om-oss/jobb-og-utdanning/arbeidsplassen-var 

How to apply:

• Cover letter (statement of motivation, summarizing scientific work and research interest)
• CV (summarizing education, positions, pedagogical experience, administrative experience and other qualifying activities)
• Copies of educational certificates (academic transcripts only)
• List of reference persons: 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and phone number)

The application with attachments must be delivered in our electronic recruiting system Webcruiter. The attachments should be in the form of one or two pdf files that include all requested items.

Foreign applicants are advised to attach an explanation of their University's grading system. Please note that all documents should be in English (or a Scandinavian language).

In assessing the applications, special emphasis will be placed on the documented, academic qualifications in regards to the project description, and the candidate’s motivation and personal suitability. Interviews with the best-qualified candidates will be arranged.

It is expected that the successful candidate will be able to complete the project in the course of the period of employment.