3 year postdoc in embryology with emphasis on molecular biology/bioinformatics and microscopy

About the position

A 100 % Postdoc position in reproductive biotechnology is available at University of Inland Norway (INN), Faculty of Applied Ecology, Agricultural Sciences and Biotechnology, Department of biotechnology. The position will run for 3 years, starting primo 2027. The candidate will be part of a dynamic research group consisting of PhDs, postdocs, master students and a dedicated engineer. 

The postdoc will be included in Centre for Embryology and Healthy Development – CRESCO.
CRESCO is a Norwegian Centre of Excellence affiliated with the Medical Faculty at the University of Oslo (UiO) in collaboration with Oslo University Hospital (OUH) and INN at Hamar. An overarching goal of the Centre is to understand the role of epigenetic and epitranscriptomic information in the passing of life from one generation to the next in the One Health perspective. Livestock will add a crucial dimension, especially as the breeding focus for several decades has resulted in Norwegian cattle and swine being world-leaders in reproductive efficacy. CRESCO combine complementary expertise on epigenetic and epitranscriptomic modifications, DNA repair and genome (in)stability, single-cell and single-nucleotide analysis, embryology and healthy development. Read more about CRESCO here.

The species to be included in the postdoc project at INN are e.g. cattle, swine and fish, and possible techniques are e.g. in vitro fertilization, ICSI, Chip-Seq, microscopy.

 

The postdoctoral researcher will join the CRESCO reasearch group and will be academically supervised by the project leader, professor Elisabeth Kommisrud. 

Responsibilities and tasks 

The candidate will be part of Kommisrud’s research group and CRESCO (2023-2033).

Responsibilities include: 

• The successful applicant will be expected to gradually develop an independent research profile. 
• Contributing to research project applications and expanding the group’s project portfolio.
• Working effectively in multi-partner research projects.
• Engaging with industry partners in ongoing projects. 
• Supervising students at the M.Sc. and Ph.D. levels in relevant areas.

Other tasks can be assigned to the position if needed.

Qualifications

• You must have a PhD with a strong experimental background in embryology and/or relevant topics, along with a thorough understanding of the relevant biology.
• Eligible candidates must demonstrate excellence through publications in internationally recognised, highly ranked, peer-reviewed scientific journals.
• Documented experience with student supervision is an advantage.
• Experience with molecular techniques, (epi)genomic experiments, gene expression analysis, bioinformatics, and/or data analysis is considered an advantage.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are required. 

The position will require interest, knowledge, and skills in the biology of fertility, with emphasis on embryology and epigenetics. A panel of experts within the appropriate disciplines will evaluate the applicants. 

Personal skills: 

We are looking for a motivated, team-oriented candidate with a genuine passion for scientific research. The ideal candidate works well both independently and as part of a team, is well organised, and communicates effectively within an interdisciplinary group of experimental biologists, computational scientists, and molecular scientists. We seek an innovative researcher with strong initiative, the drive to advance scientific development, and the ambition to expand the research portfolio and professional network over time. An interest in the biology of fertility, preservation technologies, and animal or aquatic breeding is an advantage.

 

For more information on the formal qualification requirements, see regulations to the Universities and Colleges Act. The assessment of which candidate is best qualified for the position is made after a comprehensive evaluation of education, experience and personal compatibility and other qualification requirements as formulated in the vacancy text, as well as motivation for the position.
 

The position and associated tasks must be carried out in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations for government employees, including also the Act on Control of the Export of Strategic Goods, Services and Technology, etc. Candidates who, after assessment of the application and attachments, come into conflict with the criteria in the latter act, will not be able to take up the position at University of Inland Norway. Necessary approvals must be maintained throughout the employment relationship.

We offer

• A place in an ambitious and highly international environment.
• A challenging and exciting project with opportunities for personal and scientific development.
• An independent and flexible work setting that the successful candidate may to a large extent influence her/himself. Daily contact with inspiring skilled colleagues.
• A campus setting surrounded by forests and mountains with opportunities for outdoor recreation.
• Position is paid and placed in position code 1352 Postdoctor   in the Government Salary Scale
• Membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension, with among other things, good pension and insurance schemes.

For more information about INN University as an employer, please see here.

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How to apply

Regsiter your application and CV electronically via "Apply for this job" on the job portal Jobbnorge. 

Your application must include:

• Application cover letter that summarizes the candidate’s motivation and how they meet the position requirements.
• CV (summary of education and work experience).
• Copies of academic certificates/transcripts.
• List of minimum 3 references with full contact information.
• A complete list of scientific and other publications.

Relevant applications will be considered by an expert committee. Comprehensive CVs, certified copies of diplomas and certificates, publication lists and documents/works to be considered must be submitted as electronic attachments or links to the application.

Qualified applicants will be invited to an interview.

If you have any questions regarding uploading of attachments or other technical matters regarding the application, Jobbnorge customer service can be contacted. 

Information about applicants may be made public even if the applicant has asked not to be named on the list of persons who have applied. The applicant must be notified if the request to be omitted is not met.

For more inforation about the position, please contact Elisabeth Kommisrud, tlf: +4762517247 , [email protected]. 

General information

INN believes that there is strength in inclusion and diversity. We desire employees with different competencies, professional combinations, life experiences and perspectives to contribute to an even better way of solving problems. We will facilitate for employees who need assitance to realise their goals. Relevant adaptations can be, for example, technical aids, adapting furniture or adjusting routines, work tasks and working hours.

If there are qualified applicants with disabilities, gaps in the CV or immigrant background, we shall call at least one applicant in each of these categories for an interview. In order to be considered as an applicant in these groups, the applicants must meet certain requirements. You can read more on this here: https://arbeidsgiver.difi.no/positivsaerbehandling.

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