Vacant job

The Department of Molecular Biosciences, Wenner-Gren Institute (MBW) conducts experimental basic research in molecular cell biology, integrative biology, and infection and immunobiology. The research is characterized by modern and advanced methodology, and the research environment has a strong international profile, linked to SciLifeLab (Solna). The department offers education at undergraduate, advanced, and doctoral levels. MBW is one of the larger departments within the Faculty of Science at Stockholm University, with 30 research groups and approximately 180 employees, including about 50 doctoral students.

Read more about MBW at www.su.se/mbw (https://www.su.se/mbw).

Stockholm University conducts internationally competitive research in molecular physiology. MBW aims to strengthen and further develop its research and education in this area. The department has appropriate infrastructure for advanced metabolic studies in mouse and rat models. The successful candidate is expected to lead a research group in molecular physiology and conduct experimental research with the goal of understanding mammalian metabolism at a molecular mechanistic level. We are looking for an outstanding researcher who can integrate into the existing research environment.

Subject

Molecular physiology with a focus on mammalian metabolism

Subject Description

Molecular physiology encompasses mechanistic studies of mammalian metabolism.

Responsibilities

Research, teaching, and supervision.

Qualifications

Eligibility for appointment as a university lecturer requires demonstrating pedagogical proficiency and having completed a doctoral degree, or having equivalent competence, which is significant with regard to the subject content of the appointment and the duties included in the position.

All teaching appointments at Stockholm University presuppose that the applicant has the ability to cooperate and is otherwise suitable to perform the duties of the position.

Evaluation Criteria

During the appointment process, particular weight will be placed on scientific and pedagogical proficiency in the evaluation. Scientific proficiency will primarily be assessed within the subject area of the appointment.

Some weight is also given to:

• skill in developing and leading operations and personnel
• administrative proficiency

With otherwise equal merits, the following are distinguishing:

• teaching experience within the subject area of the appointment.

University Teaching Education

University teaching education or equivalent knowledge acquired in other ways is meritorious. An applicant who lacks university teaching education of at least 15 higher education credits and who is not also assessed to have acquired equivalent knowledge in other ways must undergo such education during the first two years of employment.

Other Information

Swedish language proficiency is not a requirement for the appointment, but the applicant must be prepared to, within a couple of years, if necessary, take on administrative and pedagogical duties that require a good understanding of Swedish.

What We Offer

With us, you get the dynamism of the interaction between higher education and research that makes Stockholm University a stimulating and creative environment. You work in an international environment and enjoy favorable terms. The university is located in the National Urban Park with good connections to the city center.

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

Contact

Information about the appointment is provided by the Head of Department, Professor Eva Sverremark-Ekström, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]).

Questions regarding the appointment procedure can be directed to the case officer Rahwa Ghebresellase, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]).

Application

You apply for the position via Stockholm University's recruitment system. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that the application is complete in accordance with the university's instructions and that it is available to the university no later than the last day of application.

We prefer that your application is written in English, as it will be reviewed by international experts, for whom English is the working language.

Teaching appointments: instructions and application template.

The university's appointment regulations, general instructions, and application template in Swedish can be found on the web page: applying for a position (https://www.su.se/om-aktuellt/att-soka-en-anstallning).

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