Vacant research position (engagement) at the Institute for Experimental Medical Research, Oslo University Hospital

Oslo University Hospital is the largest hospital and medical research institution in Norway. Oslo University Hospital is a highly specialized hospital, with extensive regional and local responsibilities. As Scandinavia’s largest hospital, we carry out more than 1.2 million patient treatments each year and contribute approximately 50 percent of medical and health care research conducted at Norwegian hospitals. We are also a significant contributor to the education of a large range of health care personnel.

Institute for Experimental Medical Research (IEMR)
The Institute for Experimental Medical Research (IEMR) is an innovative and dynamic medical research environment with the aim to understand cardiac biology and disease mechanisms through translational research, and develop new preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic strategies for patients with heart disease. Our vision is “Understanding the heart for the benefit of patients”.  With approximately 60 employees and six research groups, our expertise spans molecular biology, physiology and cardiology. For more about IEMR, please see the institute web site, www.iemr.no

We have a vacant 100% position as a researcher in a time-limited engagement at IEMF.

   
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 and what background you have.
 

Kvalifikasjoner:

Competence requirements

• We are looking for a talented and highly motivated candidate who have experience in molecular cardiology and fibrosis
• The candidate must have competency in mouse breeding, advanced microscopy techniques, atomic force microscopy, imaging analysis, fibroblasts models, immunoblotting, extracellular matrix analysis, and analysis of collagen fiber geometry and turnover
• The candidate must be dedicated, responsible, enthusiastic, reliable, structured and have the ability to work independently and in an interdisciplinary environment
• The working language is English, and excellent knowledge of spoken and written English is required
  
  

Desired competence requirements

• The candidate is expected to hold, or soon to complete a PhD degree in molecular cardiology

 

Personlige egenskaper:

Personal disposition will be emphasized.

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

• Systematic approachAnalysis and assessment
• Implementation
• Self-development
• Initiative and accountability
• Constructive cooperation
  

Vi tilbyr:

• An academic stimulating and innovative research environment
• Skillful, experienced and creative research colleagues
• Technical assistance and training
• Salary according to agreement

How to apply
The application must include:

• 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)
• A complete list of publications
• 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 regard to the project description, and the candidate’s motivation and personal suitability. Interviews with the best-qualified candidates will be arranged.
 
Duration
01.09.2024-31.03.2024.
The candidate must be able to start on short notice.