Fully-funded PhD Positions in Biochemistry at Stockholm University

 

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE : 22/04/2022

 

The Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics (DBB) hosts several prominent research groups, whose interests span across cell biology, biochemistry, biophysics, theory and neuroscience, and cross-disciplinary collaborations across these areas. Several groups, many of them global leaders in their fields, study biological membranes and their protein components.

Neurochemistry is currently the focus of strategic investments at DBB, including recruitments at the group leader level. Our facilities are primarily located within the Arrhenius laboratories at Stockholm University’s Frescati campus, together with other departments focussing on chemistry and biology. There is also a strong association with the Science for Life Laboratory, where several DBB groups are situated. Over 200 staff, including ca. 80 graduate students, are currently working at DBB.

For more information about our department, please see: www.dbb.su.se.

PhD Positions in Biochemistry: Project description

Your studies in Biochemistry will be in the project: “Nuclear membrane proteins in chromatin organization, cell differentiation and cancer“.

The cell nucleus is surrounded by a nuclear membrane containing a large number of unique membrane proteins. The repertoire of nuclear membrane proteins varies during development and differentiation of different tissues.

Nuclear membrane proteins play important roles in the organization of chromatin and control of gene expression. Disorganized chromatin is associated with aging and human diseases, such as cancer.

Aim of the project

The aim of the project is to identify and investigate nuclear membrane proteins involved in chromatin organization, using a combination of modern recombinant DNA techniques, cell culture, advanced microscopy and quantitative image analysis.

Therefore, we are seeking candidates with a strong background in biochemistry. Priority will be given to applicants with prior experience in the above techniques (please include documentation).

Qualification requirements

• In order to meet the general entry requirements, the applicant must have completed a second-cycle degree, completed courses equivalent to at least 240 higher education credits, of which 60 credits must be in the second cycle, or have otherwise acquired equivalent knowledge in Sweden or elsewhere.
• In order to meet the specific entry requirements, for acceptance in the Biochemistry program the applicant must have passed courses within the first and second cycles of at least 120 credits in Biochemistry/Life Science, including at least 15 credits Biochemistry at the second cycle level and a Degree Project (thesis) also in Biochemistry of 30 credits.

The qualification requirements must be met by the deadline for applications.

Selection process

The selection among the eligible candidates will be based on their capacity to successfully complete the program. Important criteria when assessing this capacity are;

• documented knowledge and skill in the field of the thesis project,
• written and oral proficiency in English,
• the capacity for analytical thinking, the ability to collaborate, including creativity, initiative, and independence.

The assessment will be based on previous experience and grades, the quality of the degree project, references, relevant experience, interviews and the candidate’s written motivation for seeking the position.

Admission Regulations for Doctoral Studies at Stockholm University are available at: www.su.se/rules and regulations.

Fully-funded PhD Positions in Biochemistry at Stockholm University: Terms of employment

Only a person who will be or has already been admitted to a third-cycle programme may be appointed to a doctoral studentship.

The term of the initial contract may not exceed one year. The employment may be extended for a maximum of two years at a time. However, the total period of employment may not exceed the equivalent of four years of full-time study.

Doctoral students should primarily devote themselves to their own education, but may engage in teaching, research, and administration corresponding to a maximum of 20 % of a full-time position.

Please note that admission decisions cannot be appealed.

Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all.

 

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Contact

For more information, please contact Professor Einar Hallberg, [email protected].

Union representatives

Ingrid Lander (Saco-S), telephone: +46 708 16 26 64, [email protected], Alejandra Pizarro Carrasco (Fackförbundet ST/Lärarförbundet), telephone: +46 8 16 34 89, [email protected], [email protected] (SEKO), and PhD student representative, [email protected].

Application Guidelines for the Fully-funded PhD Positions in Biochemistry at Stockholm University

Apply for the PhD student position at Stockholm University’s recruitment system. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the advertisement, and that it is submitted before the deadline.

Please include the following information with your application

• Contact details and personal data
• Highest degree
• Language skills
• Contact details for 2–3 references

and, in addition, please include the following documents

• Cover letter
• CV – degrees and other completed courses, work experience and a list of degree projects/theses
• Project proposal/Research proposal describing:
  – why you are interested in the field/project described in the advertisement
  – why and how you wish to complete the project
  – what makes you suitable for the project in question
  – describe a scientific question/project (max. 1 page) that you would be interested in working on. (The purpose of this document is not to form the basis for the future doctoral project but to evaluate the applicant’s scientific thinking)
• Degree certificates and grades confirming that you meet the general and specific entry requirements (no more than 6 files)
• Letters of recommendation (no more than 6 files)
• Degree projects/theses (no more than 6 files).

The instructions for applicants are available at: How to apply for a position.

You are welcome to apply!

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Closing date: 22/04/2022

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