Postdoctor in molecular medicine

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The Department of Chemistry and Molecular Biology conducts high-quality research and education in chemical sciences and molecular life sciences. Our research and education focus on a deep understanding of chemical and biological processes in cells and in the environment. We are responsible for postgraduate education in the subject area Natural Sciences with a focus on chemistry, biophysics, biology and educational science. In addition, the department hosts educational programs in molecular biology, genomics and systems biology, chemistry, organic chemistry and pharmaceutical chemistry, as well as prescription education. The department is an international environment with interdisciplinary collaborations in both research and education and contributes strongly to the University of Gothenburg's top ranking in life science. We are located in central premises at Natrium, Medicinareberget, Gothenburg.

Prof  Margit Mahlapuu’s research group focuses on studying the molecular mechanisms and new treatment strategies of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease, and related complex metabolic diseases with high unmet medical need.

Duties 

The work description includes experimental work within metabolic disease area combining translational studies in cell culture, using human tissue samples, and genetically modified animal models, applying both the molecular biology tools as well as physiological assessments.

Qualifications 

Required education, knowledge and experience, personal qualities – compulsory must

The successful applicant has educational background (PhD level) within molecular biology or related subject area, with knowledge of techniques and methods which are used within molecular biology research. Previous experience with culturing mammalian cells and studies in experimental animals is a requirement as well as excellence in to sectioning, staining, and histological analysis of tissue samples.

Merit education, knowledge and experience, personal qualities – should have

Previous studies using methods like qRT PCR, Western blot, and ELISA is considered an advantage. 

Employment 

The employment is a time-limited position, collective agreement Postdoctor for 2 years on fulltime (100%), with a potential possibility to extend with 1 additional year, placed at the Department of Chemistry and Molecular Biology in Gothenburg, Sweden.

Contact information for the post 

If you have any questions about the position, please contact professor Margit Mahlapuu (margit.mahlapuu@gu.se; +46 706 310109).

Unions 

Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss/hjalp-for-sokande 

Application 

To apply for a position at the University of Gothenburg, you have to create an account in our recruitment system. 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. 

The application must include

• Diplomas, certificates and degrees must be verified and certified
• Curriculum vitae
• Cover letter
• References

1.The claimed merits must be documented, and certificates/similar must be certified. All attachments must be named in a way that clearly indicates their content.

2.The qualifications claimed must be documented and the certificates/similar must be authenticated. All attachments must be named in a way that clearly shows their content.

Applications must be received by: 2024-12-12

The University works actively to achieve a working environment with equal conditions, and values the qualities that diversity brings to its operations.

Salaries are set individually at the University.

In accordance with the National Archives of Sweden’s regulations, the University must archive application documents for two years after the appointment is filled. If you request that your documents are returned, they will be returned to you once the two years have passed. Otherwise, they will be destroyed.

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