Doctoral (PhD) student position in inflammation neuroscience - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

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To be a doctoral student means to devote oneself to a research project under supervision of experienced researchers and following an individual study plan. For a doctoral degree, the equivalent of four years of full-time doctoral education is required.

The research group

The Olofsson lab focuses on decoding mechanisms of neural regulation of inflammation in the cross-section of inflammation neuroscience and bioelectronic medicine. We combine immunology, neuroscience, and engineering to study neural reflex regulation of immunity in genetic animal models.

Lab members work together in a highly ambitious environment with established national and international collaborations. The lab is well equipped with relevant high-quality instruments and easy access to additional resources such as high-throughput platforms for tissue analysis, bioinformatics, vascular biology, animal facilities, and other core facilities.

The doctoral student project and the duties of the doctoral student

The proposed project focuses on neural reflex regulation of liver function in inflammation. The student will use established methods including animal microsurgery and electrophysiology, neural tracing, immuno- and metabolic phenotyping, and single-cell analysis to decipher mechanisms of neural reflex regulation of inflammation in liver and vasculature.

The student will initially work together with other lab members to optimize experiments and discuss progress at weekly lab meetings. With time, the candidate is expected to become sufficiently independent to take responsibility for designing, conducting, and analyzing experiments, and present their observations at scientific meetings and in manuscripts.

A creative and inspiring environment full of expertise and curiosity. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world's leading medical universities. Our vision is to pursue the development of knowledge about life and to promote a better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. As a doctoral student you are offered an individual research project, a well-educated supervisor, a vast range of elective courses and the opportunity to work in a leading research group. Karolinska Institutet collaborates with prominent universities from all around the world, which ensures opportunities for international exchanges. You will be employed on a doctoral studentship which means that you receive a contractual salary. Employees also have access to our modern gym for free and receive reimbursements for medical care.

Eligibility requirements for doctoral education

In order to participate in the selection for a doctoral position, you must meet the following general (A) and specific (B) eligibility requirements at latest by the application deadline.

It is your responsibility to certify eligibility by following the instructions on the web page Entry requirements (eligibility) for doctoral education.

A) General eligibility requirement

You meet the general eligibility requirement for doctoral/third-cycle/PhD education if you:

1. have been awarded a second-cycle/advanced/master qualification (i.e. master degree), or
2. have satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the advanced/second-cycle/master level, or
3. have acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad.*

Follow the instructions on the web page Entry requirements (eligibility) for doctoral education.

*If you claim equivalent knowledge, follow the instructions on the web page Assessing equivalent knowledge for general eligibility for doctoral education.

B) Specific eligibility requirement

You meet the specific eligibility requirement for doctoral/third-cycle/PhD education if you:

- Show proficiency in English equivalent to the course English B/English 6 at Swedish upper secondary school.

Follow the instructions on the web page English language requirements for doctoral education.

Verification of your documents Karolinska Institutet checks the authenticity of your documents. Karolinska Institutet reserves the right to revoke admission if supporting documents are discovered to be fraudulent. Submission of false documents is a violation of Swedish law and is considered grounds for legal action.

(A) and (B) can only be certified by the documentation requirement for doctoral education.

Skills and personal qualities

The personal qualities of the candidate will be key in the selection process. Suitable candidates are self-motivated and scientifically curious with a passion for high-quality work. They have a strong professional integrity and an ability to be productive, both independently and in teams. Critical attributes include rational and independent thinking coupled with a willingness to engage in open discussions about contrasting views. Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills are important as is an interest in interdisciplinary science. International experience gained from different laboratory settings and multi-cultural environments is valuable. The primary language in the lab is English and candidates will need to be proficient in written and oral communication in English. Documented knowledge in experimental animal work, particularly involving microsurgery, electrophysiology and electronics will be valuable. Methodspecific skills in sterile cell culture technique, animal handling, basic molecular biology/immunology/ electrophysiology methodologies, statistical analysis and optimization/programming of neural interfaces are desirable, but not a requirement.

Terms and conditions

The doctoral student will be employed on a doctoral studentship maximum 4 years full-time.

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Application process

Submit your application and supporting documents through the Varbi recruitment system. Use the button in the top right corner and follow the instructions. We prefer that your application is written in English, but you can also apply in Swedish.

Your application must contain the following documents:

- A personal letter and a curriculum vitae
- Degree projects and previous publications, if any
- Any other documentation showing the desirable skills and personal qualities described above
- Documents certifying your general eligibility (see A above)
- Documents certifying your specific eligibility (see B above)

Selection

A selection will be made among eligible applicants on the basis of the ability to benefit from doctoral education. The qualifications of the applicants will be evaluated on an overall basis.

Karolinska Institutet uses the following bases of assessment:

- Documented subject knowledge of relevance to the area of research
- Analytical skill
- Other documented knowledge or experience that may be relevant to doctoral studies in the subject.

All applicants will be informed when the recruitment is completed.

Location

The position is located within the Department of Medicine, Solna. The department consists of eleven divisions and each division consists of several research groups. The position is located within the research group of Peder Olofsson within the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine. The research focus is neural regulation of inflammation and cardiovascular disease. Web: https://ki.se/en/meds/inflammation-neuroscience and https://ki.se/en/meds/research-group-peder-olofsson

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