PhD-student

Umeå University is one of Sweden’s largest higher education institutions with over 37,000 students and about 4,700 employees. The University offers a diversity of high-quality education and world-leading research in several fields. Notably, the groundbreaking discovery of the CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing tool, which was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, was made here. At Umeå University, everything is close. Our cohesive campuses make it easy to meet, work together and exchange knowledge, which promotes a dynamic and open culture.

The ongoing societal transformation and large green investments in northern Sweden create enormous opportunities and complex challenges. For Umeå University, conducting research about – and in the middle of – a society in transition is key. We also take pride in delivering education to enable regions to expand quickly and sustainably. In fact, the future is made here.

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Description of work
About the position
Eligibility requirements
Other qualifications
Application

A complete application must include:

1. A cover letter summarizing your qualifications, scientific interests and motives for applying (max two pages)

2. CV

3. Diplomas of bachelor and Master level degrees

4. Bachelor/Master theses work/other relevant publications

5. Other merits of relevance for the position

6. Contact information to two reference persons

Admission

2 september 2024

Application deadline

2024-03-22

Registration number

AN 2.2.1-322-24

Contact

Malin Brundin

[email protected],070–2251686

Union representative

Umeå University wants to offer an equal environment where open dialogue between people with different backgrounds and perspectives lay the foundation for learning, creativity and development. We welcome people with different backgrounds and experiences to apply for the current employment. We kindly decline offers of recruitment and advertising help.