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At the Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, at the Sahlgrenska Academy, we conduct research and education covering a wide range of knowledge areas. The institute comprises five different departments: Clinical Neuroscience, Health and Rehabilitation, Pharmacology, Physiology and Psychiatry and Neurochemistry.

The Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, invites applications for a research position in the Metabolic Physiology laboratory of Karolina Skibicka, at the Department of Physiology.

Job assignments
Metabolic physiology is a synopsis of the processes that control our metabolism and the body’s endocrine functions. The position is focused on neuronal control and molecular basis of appetite regulation, in particular the brain mechanisms that regulate feeding behaviour and how these mechanisms contribute to vulnerability to obesity, to food reinforcement, and to impulsivity related to appetite decisions. Work with neuroanatomy, preparation of rodent brains, microdissection for genetic analyses, confocal microscopy, stereotaxic and vagal (precise nodose ganglia) surgery, in vivo optogenetics and metabolic characterization. Utilization of genetic vectors in in vitro and in vivo settings. Work with genetic vectors and pharmacological techniques in combination with stereotaxic surgery in rats. Performing fundamental molecular techniques including PCR will be required.

Qualifications
The candidate should have a PhD in medical science, with specialty in feeding physiology. Theoretical background in feeding, metabolism, and assessments of rodent behaviour is considered as a plus. Proven ability to work independently with the operant conditioning system for rats will be very important. Experience working the vagus nerve, including precise vagal, nodose ganglia injection of SAP and AAV will be very important. It will be critical that the candidate has a proven ability to work with all the above-named methods independently without hands on supervision. Thus, sufficient prior experience with all necessary experimental methodology is necessary. Good communication skills, excellent scientific English (oral and written) is required. We are looking for a highly motivated and ambitious researcher and great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

Employment
The employment is limited (temporary) for 12 months, 100% of full-time and is placed at the Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology. Starting date; as soon as possible or as agreed. 

Appointment procedure
In order to apply for a position at the University of Gothenburg, you have to register an account in our online recruitment system.

For further information
If you have questions regarding the employment please contact Senior Lecturer Karolina Skibicka, phone;004631-786 3818, e-mail;Karolina.Skibicka@neuro.gu.se.

Manager in charge is Senior Lecturer/Head of Department Lars-Gunnar Pettersson, phone;004631-786 35 07, e-mail;lars-gunnar.pettersson@gu.se.

Application documents are not to be submitted through the contact persons.

Unions
Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg: http://www.gu.se/english/about_the_university/job-opportunities/union-representatives

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How to apply.
Du söker anställningen via Göteborgs universitets rekryteringsportal genom att registrera din ansökan elektroniskt via hemsidan: https://www.gu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss.Du som sökande ansvarar för att ansökan är komplett i enlighet med annonsen och att den är universitetet tillhanda senast sista ansökningsdag.

Please enclose PhD certificate with the application.

Closing date: 2021-03-17.

The University of Gothenburg promotes equal opportunities, equality and diversity.

Salary is determined on an individual basis.

Applications will be destroyed or returned (upon request) two years after the decision of employment has become final. Applications from the employed and from those who appeal the decision will not be returned.


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