University of Oslo is inviting application for a postdoctoral research fellowship in Pharmaceutics at the School of Pharmacy. The fellowship period is 2 years. No one can be appointed for more than one fixed-term period at the same institution. Starting date is 1 January, 2015. The position is associated to the Site Del research group and the project: “Development of advanced nanoparticulate drug delivery systems for protective functions of the teethâ€. The application deadline is 8 October, 2014.
Study Subject(s): Fellowship is awarded in the field of pharmaceutics at the School of Pharmacy. The position is associated to the Site Del research group and the project: “Development of advanced nanoparticulate drug delivery systems for protective functions of the teethâ€. The focus of the project will be to investigate mucoadhesive and rehydrating properties of different nanoparticles towards the oral mucosa.
Course Level: Fellowship is available for undertaking postdoctoral research at University of Oslo in Norway.
Scholarship Provider: University of Oslo, Norway
Scholarship can be taken at: Norway
Accreditation: The University of Oslo is Norway’s largest institution of research and education with 28 000 students and 7000 employees. Its broad range of academic disciplines and internationally esteemed research communities make UiO an important contributor to society.
Eligibility:
-The candidate must have a PhD or other corresponding education equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree in pharmaceutical sciences.
-The main purpose of post-doctoral research fellowships is to qualify researchers for work in top academic positions within their disciplines.
-They are looking for a highly competent candidate with broad experience from formulation of nanoparticles for therapy in the oral cavity. The candidate must have good knowledge about bioadhesion and characterization of nanoparticles with respect to physico-chemical surface properties, stability and drug release.
-A major requirement will be documented knowledge with development of polymer-based nanoparticles and nanocapsules for drug delivery prepared by different techniques. Knowledge within rheology and practical experience with atomic force spectroscopy (AFM), ex vivo bioadhesion studies and cell studies will be advantageous.
-Personal suitability will be emphasized and good communicative skills are necessary. A good command of English is required.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Citizens of Norway can apply for this postdoctoral research fellowship.
Scholarship Description: 
The position is associated to the Site Del research group and the project: “Development of advanced nanoparticulate drug delivery systems for protective functions of the teethâ€. The focus of the project will be to investigate mucoadhesive and rehydrating properties of different nanoparticles towards the oral mucosa. The appointed candidate will be responsible for supervising master and PhD candidates.
Number of award(s): One postdoctoral research fellowship will be available at the School of Pharmacy.
Duration of award(s): The fellowship period is 2 years. No one can be appointed for more than one fixed-term period at the same institution.
What does it cover? Pay Grade: 57 â€" 65 (NOK 482 800 â€" 559 600 per year, depending on qualifications and seniority).
Selection Criteria:Â The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences has a strategic ambition of being a leading research faculty. Candidates for these fellowships will be selected in accordance with this, and expected to be in the upper segment of their class with respect to academic credentials.
Notification: Not Known
How to Apply: The mode of applying is online. The application must include:
-Application letter
-CV (summarizing education, positions, pedagogical experience, administrative experience and other qualifying activity)
-Copies of educational certificates, transcript of records and letters of recommendation
-Names and contact details of 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and telephone number)
-A complete list of publications and up to 5 academic works that the applicant wishes to be considered by the evaluation committee
Please remember that all documents should be in English or a Scandinavian language.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 8 October, 2014.
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