PhD position (4 years), Influenza Centre

PhD position (4 years), Influenza Centre
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PhD position (4 years), Influenza Centre

At the Faculty of Medicine, Influenza Centre, Department of Clinical Science, a PhD-position (100 %) is available for a period of four (4) years or max 4 months after completed the PhD-degree, if this is achieved within a shorter time than four years. The positions include 25 % required duties such as teaching, exam work or supervision, depending on the demands at the department.

The position is part of the project “Inno4Vac” funded by the University of Bergen.

About the project/work tasks:

• Inno4Vac is funded by the EU IMI programme to advance next generation vaccine development (https://www.inno4vac.eu )
• The Influenza Centre at University of Bergen has the goal of strengthening Norwegian vaccine and influenza research to improve epidemic and pandemic preparedness.
• The Influenza centre is leading the task on developing a new human challenge model for influenza.
• The Influenza centre is involved in developing respiratory organoid models for improved understanding of the immune responses after influenza infection.

We seek a highly motivated PhD Student to join our international team to advance the field of human immune responses after influenza infection and vaccination

Qualifications and personal qualities:

• the applicant must hold a master`s degree or equivalent in biology, immunology(vaccinology), Microbiology (virology), cell biology or molecular biology or a professional study (medicine, dentistry or pharmacy)
• documented experience from relevant laboratory research projects may be considered as positive
• the candidate should be able to work independently and in a structured manner, and collaborate with other group members at the Influenza Centre
• the applicant must be fluent in oral and written English as the Influenza Centre is an international laboratory

Applicant whose education is from another country than Norway, need to also attach a certified translation of the diploma and transcript of grades to English or a Scandinavian language, if the original is not in any of these languages. It is required that the applicant enclose a review from NOKUT whether the education in question (bachelor and master’s degree) is of a scope and level that corresponds to the level of a Norwegian master’s degree. Please see www.nokut.no/en for more information about NOKUT’s general recognition. The review from NOKUT may take some time and the application should be sent to NOKUT as soon as you have decided to apply for the position. If no answer within the application deadline, please enclose documentation from NOKUT that they have received your application.

Language qualifications: http://www.uib.no/en/med/115526/english-language-requirements-phd-admission

About the PhD position (applies to university PhD positions):

Organized research training (PhD program):

The candidate must take part in the University of Bergen approved PhD programme leading to the degree within a time limit of 3 years. You must have admission to the organized research training (PhD program) at the Faculty in order to qualify for the position.Application for admission to the PhD programme, including a project plan outline for the training plan must be submitted no later than three months after the date of commencement.

The PhD-position:

PhD-positions are fixed term positions. You cannot be employed in a PhD-position for more than one fixed term period at the same institution or have had similar employment at an institution in the region.

We can offer:

• Exciting development opportunities as part of your role in a strong professional environment
• Salary NOK 509 500 (code 1017, pay grade 55) in the state salary scale. For applicants with at least one year of employment in a position as a General Practitioner or Dentist, salary NOK 526 100  (code 1017, pay grade 57). Medical specialist starts on salary NOK 544 400 (code 1017, pay grade 59).
• Enrolment in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
• Good welfare benefits

Your application must include:

• a brief account of the applicant`s research interests and motivation for applying for the position
• certified copies of diplomas and transcripts of grades. Applicant whose education is from another country than Norway, need to also attach a certified translation of the diploma and transcript of grades to English or a Scandinavian language, if the original is not in any of these languages. It is required that the applicant enclose a review from NOKUT whether the education in question (bachelor and master degree) is of a scope and level that corresponds to the level of a Norwegian master’s degree. Please see www.nokut.no/en for more information about NOKUT’s general recognition. This may take some time and we recommend you to apply as soon as you know you will apply for this position. If no answer within the application deadline, please enclose documentation from NOKUT that they have received your application
• documentation of language skills (English) http://www.uib.no/en/med/115526/english-language-requirements-phd-admission
• complete list of publications and scientific work you want to be evaluated
• any publication in your name
• two references (name and contact information)

General information:

Detailed information about the position can be obtained by contacting: Professor Rebecca Jane Cox, e-mail: Rebecca.cox@uib.no , phone: +47 45242974.

The state labour force shall reflect the diversity of Norwegian society to the greatest extent possible. People with immigrant backgrounds and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply for the position.

The University of Bergen applies the principle of public access to information when recruiting staff for academic positions.

Information about applicants may be made public even if the applicant has asked not to be named on the list of persons who have applied. The applicant must be notified if the request to be omitted is not met.

The successful applicant must comply with the guidelines that apply to the position at all times.

For further information about the recruitment process, click here .

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Deadline

23rd October 2022

Employer

University of Bergen

Municipality

Bergen

Scope

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