Postdoctoral Fellowship on Tissue mechanics and inflammatory processes in human skin

• Design initiate and execute advanced laboratory experiments including spatial phenotyping and mechanistic studies on primary skin cells.
  
• Collaborate closely with clinicians and basicscience teams at Oslo University Hospital (OUH) to integrate clinical insights with laboratory work.
  
• Analyze and interpret data maintain accurate records and contribute to manuscripts reports and grant applications.

• PhD in molecular/cell biology cancer biology computational biology system biology or a related field.
  
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
  
• Fluent in English with strong written and oral communication skills.
  
• Research experience in pathology cell biology and/or molecular biology preferably with handson experience with human tissue and primary cells.
  
• Good practical laboratory skills.
  
  Desirable Qualifications
  
• A record of peer-reviewed international publications.
  
• Advanced cellculture experience including primary human cell cultures and primary skin cell isolation.
  
• Practiced in tissuebased assays such as multiplex immunohistochemistry (IHC) and immunofluorescence (IF).
  
• Familiar with histopathology and tissue processing: paraffin embedding/sectioning and routine tissue staining.
  
• Experience with advanced microscopy technologies including spatial and live imaging.
  
• Computational skills in quantification and statistical analysis of microscopybased data sets; familiarity with programming tools such as Python R and C.
  
• Experience with bioinformatic data analyses.
  
• Basic knowledge of a Scandinavian language is a plus but not essential.

• Strong collaborative skills.
  
• Ability to work independently systematically and efficiently.
  
• Ambitious and highly motivated.

• A possibility to work in a research environment that combines basic and clinical research.
  
• A stimulating and supportive working environment with committed colleagues and a high level of scientific activity.
  
• Excellent opportunities for scientific and professional development.
  
• Modern wellequipped laboratory facilities and access to a wide range of core facilities.
  
• Attractive salary according to OUS guidelines.
  
• A full-time contract for three years with a possibility for extension. Starting date is flexible.
  
• Competitive welfare benefits a favorable pension plan and a family-friendly work environment enriched with social and outdoor activities in Oslo.
  
• Possible conversion to a research position.
  
  Application Requirements
  
• Cover Letter outlining motivation and research interests.
  
• A recent CV including a complete list of scientific publications.
  
• Copies of educational certificates and grades with explanations of the grading system.
  
• Two to three reference letters with contact details of the referees.
  

Interested candidates should apply online and submit the required documents.

Why This Research Matters
This interdisciplinary study seeks to elucidate the cellular mechanisms underlying the chronic inflammatory skin disease Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS). HS is a debilitating condition that substantially reduces patients quality of life; current treatments are often inadequate and late diagnosis further complicates care. While most research has focused on inflammatory drivers the roles of keratinocyte dysfunction and invasive behavior in disease progression especially tunnel formation remain poorly understood. Tunnel formation signals the transition from mild to severe HS and once established the disease is frequently difficult to manage without major surgery. By functionally characterizing keratinocyte phenotypes we aim to deepen our understanding of HS pathogenesis and identify therapeutic targets that could enable more targeted personalized treatments and reduce the requirement for surgery.
Join us to advance HS research build a foundation for future skin science and improve quality of life for many patients.

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