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With its recognized and engaged faculty, BMC offers excellent opportunities for masters students, PhD fellows and postdoctoral fellows to participate in cutting-edge research.
Work environment at BMC
BMC is a dynamic and international research centre. We offer good working conditions with excellent possibilities in an open, collaborative atmosphere. We offer state-of-the-art research facilities in modern laboratories. The research groups at BMC collaborate closely and all our young scientists (masters students, PhD fellows and postdocs) actively participate in all our activities.
Masters and PhD Projects
The research group of Sigríður Rut Franzdóttir is looking for enthusiastic MS students to join our team in spring/fall 2025. We want to bridge knowledge-gaps in the cell biology of neurons and interactions between motor neurons and muscles. For this we study molecules and their actions at high resolution in Drosophila neurons. Interest in advanced microscopy, neurobiology and of course the wonderful fruit flies is a must. The projects provide broad skills ranging from DNA cloning and genome editing; through biochemical analysis and advanced fluorescent microscopy; to mastering microdissection and fly genetics. For further information, please contact sirrut@hi.is
Rannsóknarhópur Sigríðar Rutar Franzdóttur leitar að áhugadrifnum meistaranemum sem hefja myndu nám vor/haust 2025. Teymið vinnur að rannsóknum á frumulíffræði taugafruma og samskiptum hreyfitaugafruma við vöðva. Við rannsökum hlutverk, samskipti og aðgerðir sameinda í ofurupplausn inni í taugafrumum í ávaxtaflugunni Drosophila melanogaster. Ef þú hefur brennandi áhuga á frumulíffræði, taugalíffræði, háþróaðri smásjártækni og vilt verða sérfræðingur í einni aðal tilraunalífverunni er líklegt að þetta sé verkefni við þitt hæfi. Verkefnin veita undirstöðu í fjölmörgum aðferðum, allt frá DNA vinnu og CRISPR raðbreytingum, gegnum örkrufningar og lífefnafræðigreiningar yfir í nýjustu flúrsmásjártækni, auk þess að veita yfirgripsmikillar kunnáttu og færni í vinnu með tilraunalífverur. Áhugasöm hafi samband við Sigríði Rut sirrut@hi.is
PhD and postdoctoral fellows
Group leaders at the BMC are always looking for highly motivated PhD fellows and postdocs. If there are currently no open calls posted on our website, excellent PhDs and postdocs are encouraged to apply to one of our groups for fellowships at any time. The chances for a position at BMC are increased significantly if you contact us well ahead of time. Please contact the Group Leader you wish to work with directly and please enclose the following materials:
- Cover Letter/letter of interest
- CV
- Three (3) letters of reference
Send email to skb@hi.is.
We are looking for a postdoc for a fully funded research project for three years at the BioMedical Center, University of Iceland. The postdoc will work in the laboratory of Dr. Eiríkur Steingrímsson. The postdoc will belong to the Graduate Program in Molecular Life Sciences, a joint program between research groups at the University of Iceland and research organizations associated with the University and will therefore belong to a stimulating interdisciplinary educational program in the field of molecular life sciences.
Field of work
The project involves the analysis of large datasets with the aim to improve our understanding of human biology and disease. The data involve available genomic and phenotypic data.
Qualification requirements
PhD in biostatistics or related fields (data science, engineering, mathematics, bioinformatics, genetics or related fields) with emphasis on human data
Experience in the abovementioned fields
Good computer and data analysis skills, R and Python
Proficiency in written and spoken English
Independence, good communication skills and ability to work in a team
Application process
The projects will take place within a vibrant scientific environment within the Biomedical Center at the University of Iceland (http://lifvisindi.hi.is). The BMC is an official collaboration between research groups working in biomedical molecular life sciences within the University, the University Hospital, Reykjavik University and other research institutions in Iceland. It includes over 70 Principal Investigators and over hundred graduate students and postdocs. The postdoc will be located in Reykjavík, Iceland, a safe, beautiful and a fun place to live and work.
Please include the following with the application:
- Description of how the applicant meets the requirements, interest in the project and how they can contribute to the project (max 2 pages).
- CV.
- Certificates of education (PhD degrees).
- Reference letter from at least two previous supervisors/teachers (including information on their relationship to the applicant).
- Overview of publications, if applicable
- Applicants are also invited to send PDF of PhD or MS thesis (in any language) and any other relevant publications if available (max 5 documents).
The applicants are expected to start between June and September 2024.
Appointments to positions at the University of Iceland are made in consideration of the Equal Rights Policy of the University of Iceland.
The University of Iceland has a special Language Policy. https://www.hi.is/haskolinn/malstefna_haskola_islands
The University of Iceland's School of Health Sciences is at the forefront of health issues in Iceland and plays a key role in the development of the Icelandic health system through the education of health workers. The nation's leading experts in health sciences are involved in the teaching and research in the field.
Application deadline
Application deadline is 05.04.2024
For further information contact Eiríkur Steingrímsson - eirikurs@hi.is
We are seeking a graduate student for a research project at the BioMedical Center, University of Iceland. The project is fully funded for three years and involves characterization of endothelial cell metabolism that accompanies hormonal dysfunction. The endothelium is a single cell layer surrounding the lumen of blood vessels and is involved in hemostasis and the immune response. Endothelial dysfunction is a characteristic of multiple diseases of the vasculature, including diabetes, myocardial infarction and stroke, that are leading causes of death.
Field of work
The project is multidisciplinary and employs cutting-edge technologies including CRISPR mutagenesis, imaging, RNAseq, proteomics, metabolomics and integrated systemsbiology analysis of cellular and clinical data to decipher mechanisms of endotheliopathy.
Qualification requirements
- MS in genetics, cellular or molecular biology, biochemistry or related fields
- Cell biology laboratory research experience.
- Experience in primary cell culture and cell based assays is beneficial.
- Good computer and data analysis skills - programming skills are beneficial.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English
- Independence and ability to work in a team
PhD applicants must fulfill the requirements for registration in PhD studies in the School of Health Sciences.
Application process
The project is led by prof. Óttar Rolfsson and the candidate will be part of an international endothelial biology research team based in Reykjavik, Rouen and Copenhagen and may be required to travel between sites to implement and acquire experimental strategies.
The project is based within a vibrant scientific environment within the Biomedical Center at the University of Iceland (http://lifvisindi.hi.is). The BMC is an official collaboration between research groups working in biomedical molecular life sciences within the University, the University Hospital, Reykjavik University and other research institutions in Iceland. It includes over 70 Principal Investigators and over hundred graduate students and postdocs. Students will belong to the Graduate Program in Molecular Life Sciences, a joint program between research groups within the BMC and will therefore belong to a stimulating interdisciplinary educational program in the field of molecular life sciences. The graduate program will take place in Reykjavík, Iceland, which is a safe, beautiful and a fun place to live and work.
The applicants are expected to start as early as possible but no later than in September 2024.
Please include the following documents with the application:
- CV
- Brief description of how the applicants meet the requirements and how they could contribute to the project (max 1 page).
- Certificates of education (BS and MS degrees) and distribution of grades.
- Reference letter from at least two previous supervisors/teachers (including information on their relationship to the applicant).
- Overview of publications, if any.
- Applicants are also invited to send PDF of PhD or MS thesis (in any language) and any other relevant publications if available (max 5 documents).
For further details please contact Professor Ottar Rolfsson at ottar@hi.is
Appointments to positions at the University of Iceland are made in consideration of the Equal Rights Policy of the University of Iceland.
The University of Iceland has a special Language Policy. https://www.hi.is/haskolinn/malstefna_haskola_islands
The University of Iceland's School of Health Sciences is at the forefront of health issues in Iceland and plays a key role in the development of the Icelandic health system through the education of health workers. The nation's leading experts in health sciences are involved in the teaching and research in the field.
Application deadline
Application deadline is 21.05.2024
For further information contact Óttar Rolfsson ottarr@hi.is
We are seeking a postdoctoral fellow at the BioMedical Center, University of Iceland to characterize endothelial cell phenotypes that accompany hormonal changes in acute critical illness. The endothelium is a single cell layer surrounding the lumen of blood vessels and is involved in hemostasis and the immune response. Endothelial dysfunction or endotheliopathy accompanies multiple diseases of the vasculature, including diabetes, myocardial infarction and stroke, that are leading causes of death. The successful candidate will have a solid foundation in molecular cell biology and an interest in integrative data analysis.
Field of work
The candicate will lead and execute cell biology and biochemical assay efforts that include siRNA/shRNA, qRT-PCR, western blotting, molecular imaging etc. Due to the multidisciplinary nature of the project, it is possible that the candidate will also lead the integrated analysis efforts of RNAseq, proeomics, metabolomics data an clinical data to decipher mechanisms of endotheliopathy.
Qualification requirements
- PhD in cellular or molecular biology, biochemistry or related fields
- Experience in cell culture and cell based assays
- Demonstratable working knowledge of preparing and analyzing disparate molecular and cellular data.
- Primary author on two or more scientific publications.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
- The ability to conduct independent scientific investigations.
Application process
The project is led by Prof. Óttar Rolfssson and the candidate will be part of an international endothelial biology research team based in Reykjavik, Rouen and Copenhagen and may be required to travel between sites to implement and acquire experimental strategies.
The projects primary location is within the vibrant scientific environment at the Biomedical Center at the University of Iceland (http://lifvisindi.hi.is). The BMC is an official collaboration between research groups working in biomedical molecular life sciences within the University, the University Hospital, Reykjavik University and other research institutions in Iceland. It includes over 70 Principal Investigators and over hundred graduate students and postdocs. Students will belong to the Graduate Program in Molecular Life Sciences, a joint program between research groups within the BMC and will therefore belong to a stimulating interdisciplinary educational program in the field of molecular life sciences. The graduate program will take place in Reykjavík, Iceland, which is a safe, beautiful and a fun place to live and work.
The applicants are expected to start as early as possible but no later than in September 2024. This is a full-time post for a contract of up to 3 years.
Please include the following documents with the application:
- CV
- Cover letter describing how the applicant meets the requirements and how they could contribute to the project (max 1 page).
- Certificate of education.
- Reference letter from at least two previous supervisors/teachers (including information on their relationship to the applicant).
- Applicants are also invited to send PDF of PhD thesis (in any language) and any other relevant publications if available (max 5 documents).
For further details please contact Professor Ottar Rolfsson at ottarr@hi.is
Appointments to positions at the University of Iceland are made in consideration of the Equal Rights Policy of the University of Iceland.
The University of Iceland has a special Language Policy. https://www.hi.is/haskolinn/malstefna_haskola_islands
The University of Iceland's School of Health Sciences is at the forefront of health issues in Iceland and plays a key role in the development of the Icelandic health system through the education of health workers. The nation's leading experts in health sciences are involved in the teaching and research in the field.
Application deadline
Application deadline is 21.05.2024
For further information contact Óttar Rolfsson ottarr@hi.is