The University of Gothenburg is offering a Postdoctoral Position in Role of Virus-Like Particles(VLPs) in Protein Quality Control within its Institute of Biomedicine, focusing on the role of virus-like particles (VLPs) in protein quality control. This two-year full-time position, with a possibility of a one-year extension, seeks candidates with a strong background in yeast molecular biology, genetics, and strain construction.
Applicants must have completed a doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, ideally within the last three years, unless special circumstances apply. Candidates should have a strong background in yeast molecular biology, genetics, and strain construction, along with expertise in microscopy, particularly single-cell analysis. Experience in yeast protein quality control and protein aggregation is highly valued.
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( votes)The University of Gothenburg is a comprehensive university in Sweden’s second-largest city, founded in 1891 and one of the largest universities in the Nordic countries today. It offers a wide range of subjects across eight faculties, including the creative arts, social sciences, natural sciences, humanities, education, IT, business, economics, law, and health sciences. The university is known for its open and non-hierarchical academic environment, successful world-class research, and close collaborations with stakeholders to enhance the quality of education and research while disseminating knowledge.
Application Deadline: 19 September 2024
Brief Description
- University or Organization: University of Gothenburg
- Department: Institute of Biomedicine
- Course Level: Postdoctoral
- Award: Employment (Full-time, temporary for two years with a possibility of a one-year extension)
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: NA
- Nationality: International
- The award can be taken in: Sweden
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from any country.
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship is for a postdoctoral position focusing on the role of virus-like particles (VLPs) in protein quality control.
- Admissible Criteria:
- Applicants must hold a doctoral degree or a foreign degree equivalent to a doctoral degree.
- The degree should have been completed no more than three years prior to the end of the application period, unless special grounds exist (e.g., illness, parental leave).
- Candidates should have well-documented experience in yeast molecular biology, genetics, and strain constructions.
- Experience in microscopy, including single-cell analysis, is required.
- Expertise in yeast protein quality control and protein aggregation is highly desirable.
How to Apply
Submit your application through the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal by clicking the “Apply” button. Ensure that your application includes a cover letter, a CV with a list of publications, proof of completed PhD, and contact details of two references.
Benefits
The position offers a full-time temporary employment at the Institute of Biomedicine, University of Gothenburg, with a duration of two years, extendable by one year. Salary is set individually.
The University offers a supportive environment for international applicants, including resources for relocation and integration into Gothenburg.