PhD Student position at the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, Institute of Biomedicine, University of Oulu

The GPCRs Research Team is looking for highly motivated and ambitious applicants for a PhD studentship to join an on-going project that investigates novel molecular mechanisms that regulate expression of G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs). The PhD project will focus on processing and trafficking of beta-adrenergic receptors. For more information, check our web site at http://www.oulu.fi/gpcrs/ .

Applicants qualifying for postgraduate studies will be considered, holding an academic degree (M.Sc., MD or equivalent) in biochemistry, biology or biomedicine. Experience in basic molecular and cell biological methods and protein biochemistry is required, and experience in structural protein biochemistry is a definite advantage.

The position is funded by the Academy of Finland and is available immediately. Candidates will be considered until the position is filled. The salary is based on the University of Oulu salary system and depends on qualifications.

ProGradu Thesis projects are also available.

Please, send your applications including CV, contact information and names of two referees to Ulla Petäjä-Repo (ulla.petaja-repo(at)oulu.fi). For further information, contact by e-mail or telephone (08-5375193).

Jari Heikkinen E-Mail jari.heikkinen@oulu.fi Department of biochemistry Office phone +358-8-5531208 University of Oulu FAX +358-8-5531141 P.O.B 3000 Home phone +358-8-5546519 FIN-90014 UNIVERSITY OF OULU Mobile phone 0400-380535 Oulu, Finland