One position as doctoral fellow is available at the Department of Physiology, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences (IMB), University of Oslo. The position is associated with the laboratory of Associate Professor Torkel Hafting for a period of 3 years. Applicants must hold a M.D. or MSc in Neuroscience with an interest in doing a PhD which involves both experimental and theoretical (computational) work. The candidate should be able to work independently and structured, while at the same time engage in close collaborations. Emphasis will be attributed to team-working abilities and personal skills. The application deadline is November 9th 2014.
Study Subject (s): Fellowship is awarded in the field of Neurophysiology at University of Oslo.
Course Level: Fellowship is available for pursuing PhD research programme at University of Oslo.
Scholarship Provider: University of Oslo, Norway
Scholarship can be taken at: Norway
Accreditation: University of Oslo is an accredited university. University of Oslo is accredited by the EUA.
Eligibility:
-Relevant candidates must have a strong background in neuroscience, with an emphasis on computational or mathematical sciences and interest for multidisciplinary research. Experience in computational science is seen as essential. First-hand experience with in vivo electrophysiological recordings and/or computational neuroscience is considered a strong advantage for the position.
-Applicants must hold a M.D. or MSc in Neuroscience with an interest in doing a PhD which involves both experimental and theoretical (computational) work.
-The candidate should be able to work independently and structured, while at the same time engage in close collaborations. Emphasis will be attributed to team-working abilities and personal skills.
-In assessing the applications, special emphasis will be placed on the relevance of the candidate’s background.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Norwegian and foreign citizens can apply for the fellowship.
PhD Research Fellowship in Neurophysiology
Scholarship Description: One position as doctoral fellow (SKO 1017) is available at the Department of Physiology, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences (IMB), University of Oslo. The position is associated with the laboratory of Associate Professor Torkel Hafting for a period of 3 years. The position is available immediately. The IMB pursue education and research to promote basic medical knowledge in order to understand normal processes, provide insight into mechanisms that cause illness, and promote good health.
Number of award(s): One position offered.
Duration of award(s): Fellowship is offered for 3 years.
What does it cover? Total offer is of:
-An interesting and challenging assignment
-A productive research environment
-Salary ranging from pay grade: 50 â€" 57 from NOK 429 700 â€" NOK 482 800 per year
-Favorable pension arrangements
-Attractive welfare arrangements
Selection criteria: Not Known
Notification: Not Known
Online Application: The mode of applying is online. The application must include:
-A one-page statement of motivation and research interests
-CV
-Copies of educational certificates
-Names and contact details of 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and telephone number)
-Optional: letters of recommendation.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is November 9th 2014.
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