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 environment is characterized by modern and advanced methodology and has a strong international profile. MBW is one of the larger departments within the Faculty of Science at Stockholm University, with over 30 research groups and approximately 180 employees, including 65 doctoral students. More information about us can be found at: Department of Molecular Biosciences, Wenner-Gren Institute (#).

Project Description

The doctoral student's dissertation work will be carried out within the framework of Professor Martin Jastroch's research group. The project addresses molecular mechanisms of energy metabolism, particularly those related to obesity, metabolic diseases, or evolution. We use animal models (mice, marsupials) and cellular models (adipocytes) to understand the underlying mechanisms in the development of metabolic dysfunctions, evaluated through mouse metabolic phenotyping, bioenergetic, and molecular analyses. The project will also involve handling large amounts of data from omics methods, and basic computational and programming skills will be necessary.

Qualifications

To be admitted to doctoral studies, the applicant must have basic and specific eligibility. Eligibility must be met by the last day of application.

Basic Eligibility is met if you have completed an advanced level degree, or completed course requirements of at least 240 higher education credits (HEC), of which at least 60 HEC at advanced level, or in some other way within or outside the country have acquired substantially equivalent knowledge.

Specific Eligibility is described in the general syllabus for doctoral studies in the subject. Doctoral studies in the subject of energy metabolism stipulate that applicants must obtain a FELASA certificate to work with laboratory mice and be familiar with at least the cultivation of adipocytes at the start. The applicant should have knowledge of basic molecular methods, and experience with cellular respirometry is meritorious.

Selection

Selection among applicants is made with regard to the ability to benefit from doctoral education. Criteria used to assess this ability are:

• documented subject knowledge relevant to the research area
• analytical and creative thinking
• ability to take initiative
• independence
• teamwork skills
• ability to express yourself orally and in writing in both Swedish and English

Admission regulations for doctoral studies at Stockholm University.

About the Position

We offer a fixed-term position as a doctoral student according to Chapter 5 of the Higher Education Ordinance (1993:100). The period of employment may not be longer than what corresponds to full-time doctoral education over four years. As a doctoral student, you should primarily devote yourself to your own doctoral education, but the employment may include work with teaching, research, and administration to a limited extent (maximum 20%).

A new appointment as a doctoral student is valid for a maximum of one year; the appointment is then renewed for a maximum of two years at a time.

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

Contact

Further information is provided by Professor Martin Jastroch, phone 08-16 3108, [email protected].

Application

You apply for the doctoral position via Stockholm University's recruitment system. Attach a cover letter and CV as well as the attachments requested in the application form. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that the application is complete in accordance with the advertisement and that it is at the university's disposal by the last day of application.

Instructions for applicants can be found on the webpage: Applying for a position.

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