Postdoctoral Researcher
- Research & Development
- Denmark - Greater Copenhagen area
An international Postdoctoral position in the field of functional genetics and immunology in multiple sclerosis (MS) is available for a highly skilled and dedicated scientist, through collaboration between Novo Nordisk Research Center Seattle, USA and the Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Oxford, UK.
About the department
The project will be mainly performed in the laboratory of Professor Lars Fugger, University of Oxford, where the Postdoctoral Researcher will join a team of scientists, clinicians and statisticians with a range of genetic, immunological and neurological expertise to work in an interdisciplinary research environment. The University of Oxford is a stimulating organization, which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class center of excellence in research and teaching.
The Novo Nordisk Research Center Seattle is home to the company’s Inflammation R&D Centre where researchers leverage Novo Nordisk’s strong knowledge within the field of proteins, in order to expand and enhance the company’s clinical pipeline of products for the treatment of chronic inflammatory diseases. Globally, about 6,000 Novo Nordisk employees are involved in research and development activities, with the main R&D facilities being located in the Copenhagen area (Denmark), Beijing and Seattle.
The job
The project will focus on elucidating how genetic risk factors, identified through MS GWAS, can be translated into gene function and how this can be utilised to improve the treatment of patients with MS and other autoimmune conditions. A combination of biochemical, molecular, cellular and immunological approaches will be used.
The successful candidate will be a Novo Nordisk employee. For the duration of the position the candidate will be primarily based in the laboratory of Professor Lars Fugger, University of Oxford, UK. In addition, there will be a unique opportunity to use state-of-the-art facilities in the Novo Nordisk Research Center Seattle, USA and to visit the Novo Nordisk research headquarters in Denmark.
The position is for a fixed-term period of two years and is available as soon as possible. The recruitment process will be conducted cooperatively between Novo Nordisk and the University of Oxford.
The position is offered as part of the Novo Nordisk R&D STAR programme (Science, Talent, Attraction and Recruitment). This programme supports the brightest graduate students in biotechnology, life, medical and engineering sciences, who want to pursue a career in pharmaceutical R&D.
Qualifications
A PhD in Immunology is essential, with up to 3 years postdoctoral research experience. Prior research experience investigating the immunological and/or genetic association of an autoimmune disease would be highly advantageous.
The successful candidate must have excellent English language skills and be able to communicate results clearly as demonstrated by both oral presentation and a strong publication record. A capacity to show initiative in developing novel techniques and strategies to achieve research goals is also required.
At Novo Nordisk, we strive for excellence. Your curiosity, skills, dedication and ambition will help us change lives for the better. We offer you an opportunity to work in an extraordinary stimulating scientific environment.
Contact
For further information, please contact Jacques Peschon at JQPS@novonordisk.com.
Deadline
16 February 2014
- Research & Development
- Denmark - Greater Copenhagen area
An international Postdoctoral position in the field of functional genetics and immunology in multiple sclerosis (MS) is available for a highly skilled and dedicated scientist, through collaboration between Novo Nordisk Research Center Seattle, USA and the Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Oxford, UK.
About the department
The project will be mainly performed in the laboratory of Professor Lars Fugger, University of Oxford, where the Postdoctoral Researcher will join a team of scientists, clinicians and statisticians with a range of genetic, immunological and neurological expertise to work in an interdisciplinary research environment. The University of Oxford is a stimulating organization, which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class center of excellence in research and teaching.
The Novo Nordisk Research Center Seattle is home to the company’s Inflammation R&D Centre where researchers leverage Novo Nordisk’s strong knowledge within the field of proteins, in order to expand and enhance the company’s clinical pipeline of products for the treatment of chronic inflammatory diseases. Globally, about 6,000 Novo Nordisk employees are involved in research and development activities, with the main R&D facilities being located in the Copenhagen area (Denmark), Beijing and Seattle.
The job
The project will focus on elucidating how genetic risk factors, identified through MS GWAS, can be translated into gene function and how this can be utilised to improve the treatment of patients with MS and other autoimmune conditions. A combination of biochemical, molecular, cellular and immunological approaches will be used.
The successful candidate will be a Novo Nordisk employee. For the duration of the position the candidate will be primarily based in the laboratory of Professor Lars Fugger, University of Oxford, UK. In addition, there will be a unique opportunity to use state-of-the-art facilities in the Novo Nordisk Research Center Seattle, USA and to visit the Novo Nordisk research headquarters in Denmark.
The position is for a fixed-term period of two years and is available as soon as possible. The recruitment process will be conducted cooperatively between Novo Nordisk and the University of Oxford.
The position is offered as part of the Novo Nordisk R&D STAR programme (Science, Talent, Attraction and Recruitment). This programme supports the brightest graduate students in biotechnology, life, medical and engineering sciences, who want to pursue a career in pharmaceutical R&D.
Qualifications
A PhD in Immunology is essential, with up to 3 years postdoctoral research experience. Prior research experience investigating the immunological and/or genetic association of an autoimmune disease would be highly advantageous.
The successful candidate must have excellent English language skills and be able to communicate results clearly as demonstrated by both oral presentation and a strong publication record. A capacity to show initiative in developing novel techniques and strategies to achieve research goals is also required.
At Novo Nordisk, we strive for excellence. Your curiosity, skills, dedication and ambition will help us change lives for the better. We offer you an opportunity to work in an extraordinary stimulating scientific environment.
Contact
For further information, please contact Jacques Peschon at JQPS@novonordisk.com.
Deadline
16 February 2014