Offer Description
The University of Stavanger invites applicants for a two year position as Researcher in Cancer Nanomedicine at the Faculty of Science and Technology, Department of Chemistry, Bioscience and Environmental Engineering.
The position is vacant from January 2027.
The hired researcher will mainly contribute to the research project and to innovation and value creation based on research results. The researcher must also contribute to the development of collaboration with industry and to the use of research-based knowledge in society.
The position is funded by The Research Council of Norway.
The general job description for researcher at UiS gives a more detailed account of relevant duties.
About the research project
This research project, conducted at the University of Stavanger, investigates targeted lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) carrying therapeutic RNA as a potential treatment strategy for HER2-positive breast cancer. The study employs an in vivo zebrafish embryo model to evaluate the efficacy and biodistribution of these RNA-based nanocarriers. The research includes identifying and selecting therapeutic microRNAs, encapsulating them within ligand-functionalized lipid nanoparticles to target HER2+ cells, and validating their anti-cancer activity in zebrafish xenotransplants of both established breast cancer cell lines and patient-derived cell models.
The successful candidate will work with zebrafish models of breast cancer and will evaluate the effects of nanoparticles targeting HER2-positive cells, both when these cells form solid tumors and when they are circulating tumor cells.
Requirements
Qualification requirements
We are looking for applicants with a strong academic background who have completed a five-year master degree (3+2) within biomedicine, molecular biology or biochemistry or a closely related field, preferably acquired recently.
In is an advantage if you have:
- training in basic methods in biotechnology and/or molecular biology.
- experience with zebrafish, cell culture and fluorescence light microscopy
- prior laboratory work on RNA interference and/or nanoparticles
The successful candidate will receive the necessary training in the relevant methods.
In addition, emphasis will be placed on the following qualities:
- a high level of academic integrity and a strong focus on quality in your work
- curiosity and motivation to carry out the research project and contribute to academic communities across disciplines
- the ability to work effectively both independently and in collaboration with other researchers
- the ability to think critically, innovate, and solve problems independently, while working in a structured and goal-oriented manner
- strong collaboration and communication skills, and a commitment to contributing to a constructive working environment
- strong English language skills, both written and spoken.
Languages: ENGLISH (Good)
Additional Information
We offer
- varied duties 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.
- salary in accordance with the State Salary Scale, l.pl 90.400, code 1108, NOK [contact details available in the full listing] gross per year with salary development according to seniority in the position. A higher salary may be considered in special cases. 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
- language courses: On this page you can see which language courses you may be entitled to (look up "language courses" under employment conditions)
Diversity
Diversity is a resource in the working and learning environment at UiS. When we have different backgrounds and experiences, we can approach challenges from multiple perspectives and find better solutions. At UiS, we are committed to showing respect for each other's differences and accommodating employees with disabilities. We take into consideration your needs and your situation in various life phases.
If you find this position interesting, we encourage you to apply, regardless of gender, disability, cultural background, or whether you have been out of the workforce for a period.
If there are qualified applicants with disabilities, gaps in their CV, or immigrant backgrounds, we will invite at least one applicant from each of these groups for an interview. If you fall into any of these categories, feel free to indicate it when applying for the position. Learn more about the criteria for being considered an applicant in these specific groups here.
The university aims to recruit more women within the subject area. If several applicants are considered to have equal qualifications, female applicants will be given priority.
Selection process
Application
To apply for this position please follow the link "Apply for this job". Your application letter, relevant education and work experience as well as language skills must be registered here. In your application letter, you must state your research interests and motivation for the position.
The following documents must be uploaded as attachments to your application:
- CV with a full summary of your education and experience
- transcripts and certificates, and other documentation that you consider relevant
- publications or other relevant research work
Applications are evaluated based on the information available at the application deadline. You should ensure that your application shows clearly how your skills and experience meet the criteria which are set out above and that you have attached the necessary documentation.
The documentation must be available in either a Scandinavian language or in English. If the total size of the attachments exceeds 100 MB, they must be compressed before upload.
Please note that information on applicants may be published even if the applicant has requested not to be included in the official list of applicants - see Section 25 of the Freedom of Information Act. If your request is not granted, you will be notified.
UiS only considers applications and attachments registered in the application system.
