A 3 year position is available at
the Laboratory of Genomics and Molecular Biomedicine headed by
Professor Karsten Kristiansen at the Department of Biology, University
of Copenhagen.
The PhD-student will be involved in the project
"Single cell RNA sequencing to decipher the role of dietary and
endogenous factors in adipose tissue inflammation (SINCER)" which will
focus on analyzing molecular and cellular factors involved in
initiation and maintenance of inflammation in obesity in mice and
humans by using state-of-the-art techniques.
The
project is collaboration between the Technical University of Denmark
(DTU) and the State University of São Paulo in Brazil and the
successful applicant is expected to work in all three places as
appropriate in relation to the project.
Chronic diseases
associated with obesity, such as type 2 diabetes mellitus and
cardiovascular diseases, are among the major causes of death and
illness worldwide. During the last decade, it became clear that
obesity-induced inflammation in adipose tissue contributes to the
development of these diseases. The primary goal of the project is to
identify possible targets for therapeutic intervention in adipose
tissue inflammation-induced metabolic disorders.
Qualifications:
We are looking for a dedicated student who is able to engage in teamwork within the group and with our collaborators.
- BSc in technical sciences within the
health field (e.g. medicine and technology). MSc in molecular biology
(e.g. human biology).
- The applicant must have experience
with Illumina next-generation sequencing within immunology and
experience with analyzing the data by applying bioinformatics using
Java and Perl.
- The candidate must speak and write excellent English and must speak Portuguese.
- Must have worked in a Portuguese speaking country.
- Certificate to conduct animal experiments (FELASA C).
- Have documented involvement in scientific work including submitted manuscripts.
Application:
Applicants are requested to submit their application electronically below including:
- Motivated letter of application
- Curriculum vitae
- Transcript of university examinations (in English)
- Letter of recommendation
An assessment committee will be
appointed to evaluate the applications. The applicant will be notified
of the composition of the committee. The final selection of a
successful candidate will be made by the Head of Department, based on
the recommendations of the assessment committee.
The successful candidate will then
be requested to formally apply for enrolment as a PhD student at the
PhD school of Science, University of Copenhagen. The main criterion for
selection will be the research potential of the applicant within the
area of the project.
Terms of appointment and payment are in
accordance with the agreement between the Danish Ministry of Finance
and the Danish Federation of Professional Associations (AC).
The starting salary for candidates
with an MSc degree will be a minimum of DKK 309.179 (about EUR 41.500)
per year (April 2012 level) plus pension contribution DKK 42.243 with
the possibility of salary negotiation.
The University of
Copenhagen wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes
applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal
background.
The deadline for applications is August 24, 2012.
Applications
received after the deadline, or with insufficient documentation or
otherwise not complying with the above requirements, may not be
considered. It is expected that the successful candidate will be
enrolled at the PhD School of the Faculty of Science as soon as
possible.
Further Information
Application Deadline : 24 August 2012
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Posted on 2012-08-10 15:04:48
