Postdoc in structure and function of FSAP at University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway -PhD Biochemistry, Biology -Apply

Description & Details:   The Post-Doctoral Research Fellow will be working on elucidating the structure and function of FSAP using protein biochemistry and crystallization. Further work will involve analyzing the molecular interactions between proteases and activators and inhibitors. The successful candidate should have a strong background in protein biochemistry and structure determination using crystallization. This should be backed up by publications in the field.

We are looking for highly motivated individuals with the personal prerequisites to carry out the project within the given timeframe. The main purpose of post-doctoral research fellowships is to qualify researchers for work in higher academic positions within their discipline. For more information, please refer to the regulations concerning terms and conditions of employment as post-doctoral research fellow: link.

Qualifications and Personal Skills:

Candidates must have a PhD equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree. Successful candidates must have submitted their doctoral thesis prior to the application closing date. Please also refer to the regulations concerning terms and conditions of employment for the post as post-doctoral research fellow: link.

• Background in protein biochemistry and structure determination using crystallization
• Experience with enzymology, protein expression in various expression systems
• PhD in the field of protein structure determination
• Excellent command of written and oral English
• Ability to work independently

We offer

• Salary ranging from pay grade: 57 – 62 (NOK 483 700– 529 800)
• Stimulating and attractive work environment
• Membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
• Attractive welfare benefits

 The application must include:

• A one-page text describing current research interests and potential contributions to the planned project.
• CV summarizing education, positions held, details of  academic work, pedagogical and administrative experience and other qualifying activities
• List of publications
• Copies of educational certificates and transcripts of records
• Names and contact details of 2-3 referees stating relation to candidate, e-mail and telephone number

The application with attachments is to be delivered in our electronic recruiting system EasyCruit. Foreign applicants are advised to attach an explanation of their University’s grading system. Please remember that all documents should be in English or a Scandinavian language.

In assessing applications, particular emphasis will be placed upon the academic and personal ability of the candidate to complete the project within the given timeframe.

Applicants may be called in for an interview.

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