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University of Bergen
Bergen, Norway
Research Scientist (Permanent), Department of Biomedicine, University of Bergen, Norway
Job Type
Researcher
Field
Medicine
Location
Bergen, Norway
Published
Oct 6, 2026
Deadline
October 25, 2026
Summary
The University of Bergen’s Department of Biomedicine seeks a permanent Research Scientist to join an ERC‑funded project on converging cancer neuroscience and immuno‑oncology for novel gene therapy against brain tumours. The role involves in‑vitro and in‑vivo experiments, data analysis, bioinformatics of RNA‑seq and spatial transcriptomics, manuscript and grant writing, and supervision of Master’s and PhD students. Candidates must hold a relevant PhD, possess extensive cell‑biology and animal‑experiment experience, and be fluent in English. The position offers a salary of NOK 690,000–710,000, a pension fund enrolment, and other welfare benefits, with a contract funded until September 2031.
Key Facts
| Department | Department of Biomedicine |
| Position Type | Research Scientist (Permanent) |
| Discipline | Medical Sciences |
| Research Area | Cancer Neuroscience, Immuno-Oncology |
| Degree Required | PhD or equivalent doctoral degree |
| Experience | Experience in cell and molecular biology, animal experiments, bioinformatics, and related techniques |
| Salary | NOK 690,000 (code 1109), specialist NOK 710,000 gross per annum |
| Funding | European Research Council (ERC) |
| Contract Duration | Permanent contract funded until 30 September 2031 |
| Language | English (fluent written and oral) |
| Deadline | 2026-10-25 |
| Required Documents | Brief letter of application, Curriculum vitae (CV), Witnessed copies of diplomas and certificates, Publications and academic work (PDF), PhD thesis (PDF), Two references (name and contact information) |
| Employer Address | Muséplassen 2, Bergen, Norway |
| Employer Contact | Prof. Hrvoje Miletic (information) and HR Adviser Selina Sia Hausberg (recruitment) |
About the Project
The ERC‑funded project investigates communication between brain tumours and astrocytes and the interaction of cancer cell death with macrophages, aiming to develop a novel gene‑therapy treatment for brain tumours. It integrates cancer neuroscience, immuno‑oncology, and advanced spatial transcriptomics to uncover therapeutic targets.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform in vitro and in vivo experiments for the project
- Analyze and interpret experimental data
- Perform bioinformatics analyses of RNA sequencing and spatial transcriptomics data
- Participate in manuscript writing and grant applications
- Supervise Master's and PhD students
Required Skills
- Cell and molecular biology techniques
- Mammalian cell culture and flow cytometry
- Animal experimentation
- Basic bioinformatics (RNA‑seq)
- Spatial transcriptomics analysis
- Confocal microscopy
- Immunology, neuroscience, and cancer research knowledge
- Manuscript and grant writing
- Supervision of students
- Fluent written and oral English
Who Should Apply
Applicants with a PhD in a relevant biomedical field, strong experience in cell and molecular biology, mammalian cell culture, flow cytometry, animal work, and basic bioinformatics, who can work independently, supervise students, and communicate fluently in English are encouraged to apply.
Benefits
- Good and challenging work environment at the research front of brain tumour research
- Salary of NOK 690,000 (code 1109) or specialist NOK 710,000 gross per annum
- Enrolment in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
- Good welfare benefits
About the Employer
The University of Bergen (UiB) is a public research university in Norway. Its Faculty of Medicine includes the Department of Biomedicine, located at Muséplassen 2 in Bergen, and conducts research in medical sciences, including cancer neuroscience and immuno‑oncology.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the application deadline?
The deadline is 25 October 2026.
What type of contract is offered?
A permanent contract funded until 30 September 2031.
What documents must be submitted?
A brief letter of application, CV, copies of diplomas, publications, PhD thesis, and two references.
Are there teaching duties?
No teaching duties, but supervision of Master’s and PhD students is expected.
What is the salary?
NOK 690,000 (code 1109) or specialist NOK 710,000 gross per annum.
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