A 6 months 20 % position as researcher is available at the Department of Medical Genetics, Oslo University Hospital in the period 17.03.2025 - 16.09.2025.

The position will be associated with the cancer genome variation group: ous-research.no/kristensen and the newly created machine learning group for medical genetics and precision medicine.  If you are a forward-thinking individual with ability in mathematical modeling of genomic data, keen to contribute to groundbreaking cancer research, and poised to work at the intersection of scientific innovation and IP protection, we invite you to apply for this transformative position. Join us in our mission to make a tangible impact on cancer treatment and secure intellectual assets that pave the way for future therapeutic advancements.

The Department of Medical Genetics at Oslo University Hospital is Norway’s largest medical genetics department with over 200 employees. The department is responsible for diagnostics of rare and inherited diseases and runs a national research infrastructure for high-throughput DNA sequencing at the Norwegian Consortium for Sequencing and Personalized Medicine (www.norseq.org ). The research section in the department has 7 research groups (www.ous-research.no/meg/ ) working in various fields of medical genetics, including breast cancer, the genetics of autoimmune, neurological, cardiovascular and psychiatric disorders, epigenetics causes of disease, as well as groups focusing on bioinformatics and artificial intelligence. 

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:

• Must have a PhD with a topic in one of the following areas: applied mathematics, computational biology or similar.

Experience in the following topics is required:

• Mathematical modeling of biological processes, particularly with parameter estimation of differential equations.
  
• Analyzing large scale transcriptomics and proteomic datasets using scientific machine learning.
  
• Working proficiency in appropriate programming languages (eg.  Python or Julia).

Experience in the following topics would be an advantage:

• IP protection and commercialization strategies.
  
• Translation of research findings into clinical applications.

Personlige egenskaper:

We are looking for a researcher who:

• Is highly motivated, well organized and dynamic with a high level of independence and creative thinking. High intrinsic motivation and a strong scientific curiosity.
• Ability to be inventive and to present novel ideas in method development, data analysis and interpretation.
  
• Team player that can work independently in a multidisciplinary (international) team.
  
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
  
• Proactive, flexible, and problem-solving attitude.
  
• Experience in working with deadlines and being involved in multiple projects.

Vi tilbyr:

• A stimulating (international, multidisciplinary) research and innovation environment where quality, professionalism and team spirit are encouraged.
• The possibility to work on scientifically exceptional and high impact, state-of-the-art projects.
  
• A productive and motivating research and innovation environment.
  
• Favorable pension arrangements.
  
• Attractive welfare arrangements.
• Possibility for extension depending on funding.

 

How to apply and information about what the application must include:

• Applications only through "Webcruiter" are accepted.
  
• The application letter (including a summary of applicant's scientific work and interest and describing how she/he fits the description of the person we seek).
  
• CV (summarizing education, positions and other qualifying activity).
  
• Names, email and telephone number of 3 referees (describe relation to applicant).
  
• A complete list of scientific publications.

Apply for the position by clicking on the link "apply for position" and send it together with uploaded relevant diplomas and certificates.