The Lund University is now accepting applications for Postdoctoral Scholarship
for November 1st or according to an agreement. International applicants are
eligible to apply for this scholarship programme.
The aim of the
scholarship is to provide financial assistance to international students in
Netherlands.
Lund University is
one of Europe’s leading universities. Here, history and tradition lay the
ground for the study and research e
nvironments of tomorrow. We offer education
and research within engineering, science, law, social sciences, economics and
management, humanities, theology, fine art, music and theatre.
Course
Level:
Scholarship is available to pursue postdoctoral programme.
Study
Subject:
Scholarship is awarded to the Department of Experimental Medical Science.
Scholarship
Award:
Information regarding post doc scholarships at Lund University
- The
scholarship amounts are paid quarterly. - The
scholarship follows the regulations laid down by the University Vice Chancellor
(LS 2010/68, A13). - The
scholarship is intended for the holder’s own education/professional
development and does not constitute remuneration for work or another
service that has been carried out or will be carried out on behalf of the
University. - The
scholarship does not give any entitlement to sickness benefit, parental
allowance, holiday pay or pension. - The
host faculty/department and the scholarship holder shall draw up in
writing an agreed plan for the studies/development. - The
Scholarship holder is to be informed about the length of the stay, assured
social conditions, and continual review of the scholarship holder’s
development. - The
Scholarship holder is to be informed about insurance covering the
scholarship holder and the need to check his/her own insurance
requirements. - The
scholarship holder is to be treated equally to students/researchers in the
same situation but with different sources of funding. - The
scholarship holder is to be assured and to contribute to a good working
environment. - The Scholarship
holder is to be informed about the risk of possible retrospective taxation
in Sweden in cases where the scholarships are administered and paid out by
LU and the scholarship holder gains employment at LU shortly after the
period of the scholarship. - There
may be a risk of the scholarship holder being taxed in his/her home
country; the scholarship holder should investigate this before the period
of the scholarship.
Number of
Scholarships: Not
Known
Scholarship
can be taken in Sweden
Eligibility: The following criteria must
be met in order for applicants to be eligible for the scholarship:
We are seeking a
highly motivated person with a PhD in a relevant area and at least one first
authorship publication. Excellence in molecular biology and state of the art
histology. A strong background in neurodegeneration or energy metabolism is a
merit but not necessary. Excellence in the English language (written and
spoken) is a prerequisite.
Necessary
Qualifications: –
- PhD (or
equivalent) in cell and molecular biology, physiology or biotechnology
from no more than three years ago. - Ability
to carry out independent and high-quality research as documented through
the thesis and peer-reviewed publications - Experience
with data handling and analysis, including statistics - Experience
with state-of-the-art in vivo modelling, including behavioural assessment - Good
written and verbal communication skills, including proficiency in English
– Experience in mentoring and/or supervision
Nationality:
International
applicants are eligible to apply for this scholarship programme.
College
Admission Requirement
Entrance
Requirements: Applicants must have PhD (or equivalent) in cell and molecular
biology, physiology or biotechnology from no more than three years ago.
English Language Requirements:
Applicants must have Good written and verbal communication skills, including
proficiency in English – Experience in mentoring and/or supervision
How to
Apply:
Application must state the reference number V 2017/1216 should be sent to HR
Coordinator by e-mail: Sofia.Sonnerstedt-at-med.lu.se . Applications shall be
written in English and submitted online. The following documents need to be
submitted together with a cover letter: CV with: contact information for three
references, proven record of quantitative research skills and performance, e.g.
academic publications, reports; and evidence of mentoring experience.
Application
Deadline:
Scholarship application deadline is September 30, 2017.
