Senior Research Assistant in neurobiology - Befattningen är under tillsättning eller redan tillsatt, och det är inte längre möjligt att lämna in en ansökan
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Umeå University, Medicinska fakulteten
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The Faculty of Medicine, which consists of 13 departments, is responsible for biomedical research and courses in the field of nursing and health care and has an extensive research and graduate education in more than 80 subjects.
The department of Integrative Medical Biology announces a full time position as Senior Research Assistant in Dr. Sara af Bjerkén’s group.
The applicant will participate within a research project investigating the potential beneficial effects of antioxidants in neurodegeneration. The research, based in animal models, focuses on neurodegenerative processes in Parkinson’s disease. The methodology includes advanced electrochemical recordings (such as in vivo voltammetry) as well as small-animal imaging using MRI and PET/CT, behavioural and histological analyses. The research is led by Dr Sara af Bjerkén, Department of Integrative Medical Biology (IMB), Umeå University. As an applicant, you should have a creative mind with passion to explore the neural circuitry of the brain. Previous experience of live animal intracranial recordings is required.
Qualifications:
Eligible to apply are individuals with a PhD in a relevant area or equivalent scientific skills.
A successful candidate should have a PhD in a relevant area, and be fluent in English, both oral and written.
Research experience within the central nervous system within the area of neurophysiology and experience of working with animal models is required.
Experiences in electrochemical or electrophysiological recordings are required and experiences in small animal-MRI/PET are considered as advantageous.
Complementary methodological training will be offered when required.
The applicant must be able to work both independently and within a team.
Application should include:
- A brief cover letter (about one page) that describes the applicants research experience, research interests, and suitability for the project.
- Curriculum vitae including information about academic degrees (with verifications), technical expertise, employments, list of publications, and names and contact information for two references.
The position is for 4 months. Start date: September 1st, 2019 at the earliest, or upon agreement.
| Type of employment | Special fixed-term employment |
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| Employment expires | 2019-12-31 |
| Contract type | Full time |
| First day of employment | 2019-09-01, or upon agreement |
| Salary | Monthly salary |
| Number of positions | 1 |
| Full-time equivalent | 100% |
| City | Umeå |
| County | Västerbottens län |
| Country | Sweden |
| Reference number | AN 2.2.1-1105-19 |
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| Published | 19.Jul.2019 |
| Last application date | 09.Aug.2019 11:59 PM CEST |