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PhD position

At the Faculty of Medicine, Department of Biomedicine, a full-time PhD-position is available for a period of three (3) years. The position is allocated in the framework of a Marie Skłodowska Curie Action (MSCA) Doctoral Network “NUCLEAR” funded by the European Commission under the Horizon Europe framework program. NUCLEAR brings together European leaders in the fields of metabolomics, functional genomics, chromatin regulation, stem cell biology, and cancer with innovators in precision nutrition, mass spectrometry technologies, and drug development. Together, the network will train 16 doctoral candidates in the emerging field of Metabolic Regulation of Genome Function and Cell Identity, relevant for stem cell biology and cancer. The position will be within the Molecular Signaling and Bioenergetics group headed by Prof. Mathias Ziegler.

About the project/work tasks:

• To establish technologies for the measurement and modulation of nuclear NAD levels and turnover using pharmacological and genetic approaches. This will include LC-MS quantification
• To develop and implement techniques to determine nuclear NAD turnover using stable isotope labeling and mass spectrometry
• To establish the impact of altered nuclear NAD availability on nuclear processes, and the extent of their NAD demand

Qualifications and personal qualities:

The applicant must hold a master's degree or equivalent in the field of Biochemistry, Biotechnology or Chemistry. If the master thesis has not been finally evaluated, and the degree not yet awarded at the time of application, a written statement from the supervisor is required confirming that the thesis has been submitted.

• Practical experience in cell biology, molecular biology including mammalian cell culture is required
• Documented knowledge in bioinformatics and programming (Python, R) is required
• Experience in LC-MS and mass spectrometry is required
• Experience from relevant research projects investigating subcellular metabolism and signaling will be an advantage
• The candidate should demonstrate the ability to work independently and in a structured manner, while also being capable of effective collaboration with others
• The applicant must exhibit both the ability and motivation to undertake a PhD project
• Fluency in both oral and written English is required, see documentation requirements for further details

The applicant’s personal suitability for the position is a significant factor in the evaluation.

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 also required that the applicant enclose a review from the Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills (HK-dir) whether the education (bachelor and master degree) in question is of a scope and level that corresponds to the level of a Norwegian master’s degree. Please see https://hkdir.no/en/ for more information about HK-dir’s general recognition. The review from HK-dir may take some time and the application should be sent to HK-dir as soon as you have decided to apply for the position. If no answer within the application deadline, you must enclose documentation from HK-dir that they have received your application. Please note that the automatic recognition offered by HK-dir is not sufficient, and will not be accepted as basis for admission to the PhD programme. Applicants with education from a Nordic country or medical degree from the EEA area and a license to practice medicine in Norway are exempt from the requirement for HK-dir assessment, see Admission requirements at the Faculty of Medicine | Faculty of Medicine | UiB 

See documentation requirements for 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 570 000 (code 1017) 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 585 000. Medical specialist starts on salary NOK 605 000.
• 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 also required that the applicant enclose a review from HK-dir (both bachelor and master degree) whether the education in question is of a scope and level that corresponds to the level of a Norwegian master’s degree. Please see https://hkdir.no/en/ for more information about HK-dir’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 HK-dir that they have received your application
• Documentation of language skills (English)
• 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: Prof. Mathias Ziegler e-mail: mathias.ziegler@uib.no

UiB must follow Norway’s export control regulations when processing applications for this position.

Diversity is a strength that enables us to solve our tasks even better. UiB therefore needs qualified employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, worldview, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and age.

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.

We encourage applicants with disabilities, immigrant backgrounds, or gaps in their CV to apply. By indicating such circumstances in your application, you may receive favourable consideration. We ensure that at least one qualified applicant from each of these groups is invited for an interview as part of our commitment to inclusivity and equal opportunity. For further information about the recruitment process, click here.

Life as a PhD candidate at UiB

Marion Claireaux tells about life and work as a PhD candidate at UiB.