International PhD Positions in Biophysics and Cell Biology of Protein Aggregation, Sweden 2021

The Chalmers University of Technology conducts research and education in engineering sciences, architecture, technology-related mathematical sciences, natural and nautical sciences, working in close collaboration with industry and society. The university is seeking two highly motivated PhD students for a research project focused on the role of protein aggregate formation and propagation in neurodegenerative disorders. 

About the Project: The PhD positions are placed in Elin Esbjörner's research group in the Chemical Biology division at Chalmers. The group studies protein aggregation and amyloid formation from a biophysical and cell biological perspective. We have a keen interest in understanding how amyloid proteins interact with endolysosomal trafficking compartments and exosomes in neurons, and to explore crosstalk between trafficking dysfunctions and protein aggregation in Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and ALS. 

Eligibility criteria for International PhD Positions in Biophysics and Cell Biology of Protein Aggregation, Sweden 2021:

• Applicants must have (by the latest end of August 2021) have a master's level degree in biochemistry, biotechnology, biophysics, molecular biology, cell biology, or another closely related discipline.
• Applicants must have demonstrated experience from experimental research of relevance (broadly) for the project, for example from your MSc Thesis work, advanced level courses with comprehensive lab modules or other equivalent qualifications (such as internships or summer jobs). You must have good collaborative and organizational skills and be flexible towards learning new things. Previous experience from amyloid research or cell studies would be highly beneficial but not mandatory.
• Applicants must demostrate good verbal and written communication skills in English.

Benefits of International PhD Positions in Biophysics and Cell Biology of Protein Aggregation, Sweden 2021:

The Chalmers University of Technology will provide cultivating and inspiring working environment in the dynamic city of Gothenburg and some other benefits such as pharmaceutical benefit, occupational healthcare, wellness benefit, and occupational pension, etc.

Deadline of International PhD Positions in Biophysics and Cell Biology of Protein Aggregation, Sweden 2021:

The last date to apply for the International PhD Positions in Biophysics and Cell Biology of Protein Aggregation, Sweden 2021 is 30th May 2021.