PhD – Fellowship in Cancer Nanomedicine – Norway

The University of Stavanger invites applicants for a PhD Fellowship in cancer nanomedicine at the Faculty of Science and Technology, Department of Chemistry, Bioscience and Environmental Engineering.

This is a trainee position that will give promising researchers an opportunity for academic development through a PhD education leading to a doctoral degree.

The hired candidate will be admitted to the PhD program in Science and Technology. The education includes relevant courses amounting to about six months of study, a dissertation based on independent research, participation in national and international research environments, relevant academic communication, a trial lecture and public defence.

The appointment is for three years with research duties exclusively. The position is funded by The Research Council of Norway.

The PhD Fellow will be affiliated with the research project MICROTARGET – “Development of Targeted Lipid Nanoparticles Enclosing miRNA for the Treatment of HER2-Positive Breast Cancer.

The project is focused on the development of targeted lipid nanoparticles carrying therapeutic RNA. These RNA nanocarriers will be assessed for their potential to treat breast cancer positive for the protein Human Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor 2 (HER2). The project involves development of the nanocarriers and their testing in breast cancer cell lines as well as patient-derived cancer cells.

Requirements

They are looking for applicants with a strong academic background who have completed a five-year master degree within molecular biology, biotechnology or biochemistry, preferably acquired recently; or who possess corresponding qualifications that could provide a basis for successfully completing a doctorate.

It will be considered an advantage to have:

• training in basic methods in biotechnology and/or molecular biology
• experience with cell culture, microscopy (both light and electron microscopy), RNA work, and nanoparticles-

Emphasis is also placed on your:

• motivation and potential for research within the field
• professional and personal skills for completing the doctoral degree within the timeframe
• ability to work independently and in a team, be innovative and creative
• ability to work structured and handle a heavy workload
• having a good command of both oral and written English

A good proficiency in English is required for anyone attending the PhD program. International applicants must document this with a valid test certificate from one of the following tests:

• TOEFL – Test of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based Test (IBT). Minimum result: 90
• IELTS – International English Language Testing Service. Minimum result: 6.5
• Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) or Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) from the University of Cambridge
• PTE Academic – Pearson Test of English Academic. Minimum result: 62

Benefits

• a PhD education in a large, exciting and societally important organisation
• an ambitious work community which is developing rapidly. We strive to include employees at all levels in strategic decisions and promote an informal atmosphere with a flat organisational structure.
• access to Lifekeys, a digital service for the preservation of personal mental health and well-being
• salary in accordance with the State Salary Scale, l.pl 17.515, code 1017, NOK 532 200 (45271,19 €) gross per year with salary development according to seniority in the position. From the salary, 2% is deducted as a contribution to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.
• automatic membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund, which provides favourable insurance- and retirement benefits
• favourable membership terms at a gym and at the SIS sports club at campus
• employment with an Inclusive Workplace organisation which is committed to reducing sick leave, increasing the proportion of employees with reduced working capacity, and increasing the number of professionally active seniors
• “Hjem-jobb-hjem” discounted public transport to and from work
• as an employee in Norway, you will have access to an optimal health service, as well as good pensions, generous maternity/paternity leave, and a competitive salary. Nursery places are guaranteed and reasonably priced
• relocation programme

Organization/Company – University of Stavanger

Research field – Biological sciences » Biology

Research profile – First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country – Norway

Application Deadline – 1 Jun 2025 – 23:59 (Europe/Oslo)

More information: Euraxess

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