Umeå University Sweden, Postdoctoral 100% in experimental connective tissue research
We are searching for a post-doc to perform experimental studies on connective tissue diseases and, in particular, to study the role of locally produced signal substances in tendon tissue pathology, with emphasis on chronic conditions (tendinopathy/tendinosis), and in corneal pathology, with emphasis on scar formation and degenerative conditions.
The project involves collaboration between researchers at the Anatomy, Ophthalmology and Sports Medicine units at Umeå University, as well as with the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada. The national Swedish Research Council together with several private research foundations and Umeå University finance the project.
Qualifications:
The applicant must have doctoral degree, not more than three years old, and possess knowledge in molecular biology, biomedicine and/or bioengineering. Ample experience of molecular/biochemical laboratory techniques, in particular qPCR, is required as well as experience from work on cell cultures. Experience from work on animal models and/or flow cytometry (FACs) is considered as a strength, as is experience from work on connective tissues and fibrogenic cells. It is presupposed that the candidate masters scientific English and have good general communication skills in English (written and verbal). The applicant must be able to work both independently and as part of a team, and much focus will be given to the candidates’ potential collaborative skills.
Application for the position should include:
1. A short cover letter (not more than 2 pages) to include a brief summary of your research experience and interests, and a short statement telling why you are interested in thisposition.
2. Curriculum Vitae including: copies of appropriate certificates, list of scientific publications, technical expertise, education, and names and contact information for two references.
For more information, contact the Principal Investigator of the project; Assoc. Prof. Patrik Danielson, phone: +46 70 336 80 30,
E-mail: patrik.danielson(at)anatomy.umu.se.
The position is for one year with possibility of extension. The earliest date of start is September 1, 2011.
Other information:
Union information is available from SACO +46 (0)90-786 53 65, SEKO civil +46 (0)90-786 52 96 and ST +46 (0)90-786 54 31.
The applications will be discarded or, if the applicant wishes, returned two years after the position has been filled. Applications that are submitted electronically should be in Word or PDF format.
Your complete application, marked with reference number 315-487-11, should be sent to jobb(at)umu.se (state the reference number as subject) or to the Registrar, Umeå University, SE-901 87 Umeå, Sweden to arrive June 15th, 2011 at the latest.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Linkt to the original announcement of the position:
http://www8.umu.se/umu/aktuellt/arkiv/lediga_tjanster/315-487-11.html#eng
Umeå University – with its 36,700 students and over 4,200 employees – is an organisation in constant change and development. Umeå University conducts groundbreaking research within several areas – several in which we are among the best in the world – within others regarded as the leaders in Sweden. We are one of Sweden’s largest providers of education and offer a broad and attractive range of courses and programmes. Our campus constitutes an inspiring environment for everyone that studies and works here. We wish to co-operate with companies and organisations throughout the Umeå region and all over the world.
We are searching for a post-doc to perform experimental studies on connective tissue diseases and, in particular, to study the role of locally produced signal substances in tendon tissue pathology, with emphasis on chronic conditions (tendinopathy/tendinosis), and in corneal pathology, with emphasis on scar formation and degenerative conditions.
The project involves collaboration between researchers at the Anatomy, Ophthalmology and Sports Medicine units at Umeå University, as well as with the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada. The national Swedish Research Council together with several private research foundations and Umeå University finance the project.
Qualifications:
The applicant must have doctoral degree, not more than three years old, and possess knowledge in molecular biology, biomedicine and/or bioengineering. Ample experience of molecular/biochemical laboratory techniques, in particular qPCR, is required as well as experience from work on cell cultures. Experience from work on animal models and/or flow cytometry (FACs) is considered as a strength, as is experience from work on connective tissues and fibrogenic cells. It is presupposed that the candidate masters scientific English and have good general communication skills in English (written and verbal). The applicant must be able to work both independently and as part of a team, and much focus will be given to the candidates’ potential collaborative skills.
Application for the position should include:
1. A short cover letter (not more than 2 pages) to include a brief summary of your research experience and interests, and a short statement telling why you are interested in thisposition.
2. Curriculum Vitae including: copies of appropriate certificates, list of scientific publications, technical expertise, education, and names and contact information for two references.
For more information, contact the Principal Investigator of the project; Assoc. Prof. Patrik Danielson, phone: +46 70 336 80 30,
E-mail: patrik.danielson(at)anatomy.umu.se.
The position is for one year with possibility of extension. The earliest date of start is September 1, 2011.
Other information:
Union information is available from SACO +46 (0)90-786 53 65, SEKO civil +46 (0)90-786 52 96 and ST +46 (0)90-786 54 31.
The applications will be discarded or, if the applicant wishes, returned two years after the position has been filled. Applications that are submitted electronically should be in Word or PDF format.
Your complete application, marked with reference number 315-487-11, should be sent to jobb(at)umu.se (state the reference number as subject) or to the Registrar, Umeå University, SE-901 87 Umeå, Sweden to arrive June 15th, 2011 at the latest.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Linkt to the original announcement of the position:
http://www8.umu.se/umu/aktuellt/arkiv/lediga_tjanster/315-487-11.html#eng
Umeå University – with its 36,700 students and over 4,200 employees – is an organisation in constant change and development. Umeå University conducts groundbreaking research within several areas – several in which we are among the best in the world – within others regarded as the leaders in Sweden. We are one of Sweden’s largest providers of education and offer a broad and attractive range of courses and programmes. Our campus constitutes an inspiring environment for everyone that studies and works here. We wish to co-operate with companies and organisations throughout the Umeå region and all over the world.
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