PhD student in Medical Science

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We are looking for a PhD student in Medical Science.

Hantaviruses cause hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome (HFRS) and hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS). In Sweden Puumala virus (PUUV) causes HFRS. No approved treatment or vaccine exist, and case-fatality rates are high: 35-40% for HPS and up to 10% for HFRS. HPS and severe HFRS are characterized by inflammation and severely increased vascular permeability. However, the mechanisms underlying hantavirus disease are currently unknown, hampering the development of treatments.

In this project we will investigate molecular mechanisms behind how hantavirus manipulates infected cells, including how they inhibit cell death, and what the consequences of this is for infected cells and pathogenesis. The successful candidate will mainly perform in vitro studies.

As a PhD student, you devote most of your time to doctoral studies and the research projects of which you are part. Your work may also include teaching or other departmental duties, up to a maximum of 20% of full-time.

You have graduated at Master’s level in biomedicine/molecular biology/infection medicine or similar, or completed courses with a minimum of 240 credits, at least 60 of which must be in advanced courses in biomedicine.

We are seeking for you who have a background in virus-cell interactions, viral pathogenesis, human immunology, molecular/cell biology, and/or cell biology.

We want you to have a strong interest in viral pathogenesis and/or immunopathogenesis.

We want you to have:

• An experimental background, including of in vitro cell experiments

Meritorious for the position:

• Previous experience in BSL-2-laboratory work with live viruses
• Experience of Western blot, IF/confocal microscopy and image analysis, and/or qPCR

The position requires very good knowledge of spoken and written English.

As a person, you are structured and have a good ability to work with problem solving in complex matters. Furthermore, you are committed and characterized by good communication and collaboration skills. You have the ability to work independently and in teams.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities and suitability.

You do not need to supply a letter of intent with your application.

Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences (BKV), Division of Molecular Medicine and Virology (MMV) carries out research, undergraduate and postgraduate education within Medical Science.

In connection with your admission to the doctoral program, your employment as a PhD student is handled. More information about the doctoral studies at each faculty is available at Doctoral studies at Linköping University

The employment has a duration of four years’ full-time equivalent. You will initially be employed for a period of one year. The employment will subsequently be renewed for periods of maximum duration two years, depending on your progress through the study plan. The employment may be extended up to a maximum of five years, based on the amount of teaching and departmental duties you have carried out. Further extensions can be granted in special circumstances.

September 1, 2024.

The salary of PhD students is determined according to a locally negotiated salary progression.

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Apply for the position by clicking the “Apply” button below. Your application must reach Linköping University no later than 16th of July

Applications and documents received after the date above will not be considered.

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We look forward to receiving your application!

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