Postdoctor in Neurochemistry

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At the Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, at the Sahlgrenska Academy, we conduct research and education covering a wide range of knowledge areas. The institute comprises five different departments: Clinical Neuroscience, Health and Rehabilitation, Pharmacology, Physiology and Psychiatry and Neurochemistry. The Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, invites applications for a postdoctoral position at the Department of Psychiatry and Neurochemistry.

One of the research groups within the department is Neurochemistry, where neurochemical research is conducted with a focus on neurodegenerative diseases. The research group are now looking for a post doc with a positive can do attitude with extensive experience in translational science and laboratory work in relation to biomarkers for neurodegenerative diseases with a particular focus on microglia.

Subject area

Neurochemistry

Subject area description

Pathological hallmarks of Alzheimer's disease include aggregation of specific peptides and proteins in the brain. Today there are three CSF and plasma biomarkers used for the diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease, but these do not reflect the important role of microglia in the disease process. Thus, we need new markers that reflect microglia mechanisms to set an early and accurate diagnosis.

Job assignments

The job assignments include being involved in and leading different research projects, and together with other researchers and laboratory technicians in our team establish and validate new methods, to apply these methods to clinical neurochemical studies and ultimately to write scientific articles. Analysis methods include antibody-based methods such as mass spectrometry, ELISA, Simoa, but may also include additional techniques.

Eligibility

The eligibility criteria for employing teaching staff are set out in Chapter 4 of the Higher Education Ordinance and in the Appointment Procedure for Teaching Posts at the University of Gothenburg.  

To be eligible for appointment as a postdoc, the applicant is required to have a doctoral degree, a doctoral degree in art or a foreign degree that is deemed to be equivalent to a doctoral degree. This eligibility requirement must be met before the employment decision is made. 

In the first instance, those who have completed their degree no more than three years prior to the end of the application period shall be considered. Those who have completed their degree more than three years prior to the end of the application period may also be considered in the first instance if special grounds exist. Special grounds relate to leave of absence due to illness, parental leave, commissions of trust within union organisations, service within the defence services or other similar circumstances, as well as clinical service or service/assignment relevant to the subject area.  

To qualify as a postdoctoral researcher the applicant should hold a PhD in a relevant subject for the employment. The candidate should have documented knowledge on and experience of research on biomarkers for neurodegenerative diseases.

Assessment

Candidates will be assessed based on methodological and scientific experience of research on biomarkers for neurodegenerative diseases. This should be documented though publications in international peer-reviewed scientific journals.

Ability to independently process data and write scientific publications is essential, as is the ability to be flexible and able to work independently. During assessment, account will be taken with respect to personal ability and qualifications.

Employment

The employment is limited (temporary) for 2 years, 100% of full-time, and is placed at the Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology. Starting date: as soon as possible or as agreed. 

Contact information 

If you have questions regarding the employment please contact Manager in charge Professor/Head of Department Henrik Zetterberg, phone: +46 768 672 647, e-mail: henrik.zetterberg@clinchem.gu.se

Application documents are not to be submitted through the contact persons.

Unions

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Application

Submit your application via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal by clicking the “Apply” button. It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per the vacancy notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline.  

Please enclose PhD certificate with the application.

Applications must be received by: 2024-05-02

 

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