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The department of Molecular Biology seeking for a full-time, fixed-term Postdoc position for two years from 1 April 2025 or as agreed. Application deadline is 6 December 2024.The department provides a vibrant interfaculty research environment and there is access to a wide range of state-of-the-art imaging, metabolomics, genomics and screening facilities.
Description of the project
The project will be carried out under the leadership of Dr. Francesca Aguilo. The research group studies how RNA-mediated mechanisms contribute to gene expression and disease mechanisms. Specifically, we want to understand the role of snoRNAs in controlling triple-negative breast cancer, the most aggressive subtype of the disease.
Work responsibilities
The applicant will combine cell and molecular biology state-of-the-art techniques such as RNA-seq, single-cell RNA-seq, CLIP-seq and other epitranscriptomic analyzes. Human patient samples and several TNBC cell lines will be used in this study.
Eligibility
A person who has been awarded a doctorate or a foreign qualification deemed to be the equivalent of a doctorate in Molecular or Cell Biology is eligible for appointment as postdoctoral researcher. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time at which the appointment decision is made.
To be appointed under the postdoctoral agreement, priority should be given to candidates who completed their doctoral degree, according to what is stipulated in the paragraph above, no later than three years prior. If there are special reasons, candidates who completed their doctoral degree prior to that may also be eligible.
Qualifications
The candidate should have gained experience in RNA-based mechanisms, specifically on snoRNA biology, and be proficient in omics methodologies and CRISPR/Cas9 techniques. Practical expertise in cell culture is a requisite, along with a foundational understanding of epitranscriptomics. Additionally, the candidate should have solid experience in laboratory work, method development, and various biochemical analysis techniques. We seek someone capable of tackling challenging tasks, solving problems, and achieving objectives while working closely and communicating effectively with other researchers.
Candidates must be fluent in spoken and written English and highly motivated.
Application
The application must include:
· A brief description of your research interests and a statement describing why you are interested in the position.
· CV
· List of publications
· Degree certificate from doctoral studies and other relevant degrees
· Contact details of two reference persons
The application must be written in Swedish or English and be made via our e-recruitment system Varbi latest 6 December 2024.
We look forward to receiving your application!
More about us
For more information about the Department of Molecular Biology please visit our website http://www.umu.se/molbiol. For further information about the position contact Francesca Aguilo francesca.aguilo@umu.se.
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