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PhD-position in neurodegenerative diseases genetics

PREpare Overseas

Nov 11, 2023

DEADLINE: November 26, 2023

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Project description and work dutiesThe main task of the doctoral student is to conduct their research studies, which includes participation in research projects and mandatory courses. The doctoral student will perform statistical analyses of genetic data collected from healthy control individuals, and patients with Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative diseases. The analyses will aim, among other things, to elucidate the function of genetic variants and molecular signaling pathways.

The project will also involve integrative omics analyses, where genetic data from large relevant cohorts are analyzed together with other high-dimensional data types, such as proteomics, metabolomics, and quantitative neuropathology.

The research will primarily consist of genetic/statistical analyses, writing scientific articles, and presenting results at national and international conferences. The majority of the research is conducted in collaboration with other members of the group. Other tasks within the research group may become relevant.

QualificationsRequirements for the position are:

  • An advanced level degree (master's or equivalent) or equivalent 240 ECTS credits in engineering, molecular biology, neuroscience, mathematics, biology, medicine, biomedicine, psychology, or another similar field

  • Basic knowledge in programming with Python, R, MATLAB, or another programming language

  • Good skills in oral and written communication in English

  • Excellent communication, presentation, and writing skills

  • Good ability to cooperate and the ability to work independently

  • Good analytical and initiative skills

Meriting for the position are:

  • Experience in data analysis and mathematical modeling applied to medical data

  • Experience in performing genetic analyses, for example, using PLINK

  • A specific interest in dementia and aging

EligibilityStudents with basic eligibility for third-cycle studies are those who: have completed a second-cycle degree, have completed courses of at least 240 credits (equivalent to ECTS credits), of which at least 60 credits are from second-cycle courses, or have acquired largely equivalent knowledge.


How to apply


Application should be sent through the Lund University online recruitment system. It must include a personal motivation letter, a CV, contact information of two references, a degree certificate (including a grade transcript) and other documents you wish to be considered (e.g. letters of recommendation). Those applicants who will be called for interview, may be asked to perform a small test to demonstrate basic competence.


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