PhD: Neurodevelopment & Xenobiotic Disruption

Rigshospitalet; København; On-site; DKK 320,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International centre for developmental

Interdisciplinary research environment

Job summary

The Department of Growth and Reproduction at Copenhagen University Hospital - Rigshospitalet invites applications for a 3-year PhD position focusing on neurodevelopment and disruption by environmental and pharmaceutical exposures. The role involves in vitro and animal studies, with collaboration with University of Copenhagen, Roskilde University and Harvard University.

The successful candidate will join a dynamic, international research group and contribute to mechanistic studies using diverse

Qualifications

• Master's degree in life sciences (e.g. Neuroscience, Biology, Molecular Biomedicine, Pharmacy, Biochemistry, or Medicine).
• Experience with in vitro laboratory work.
• Interest in neurodevelopment and developmental toxicology.
• FELASA Function A/B/D certificate (formerly FELASA Category C), or eligibility to obtain this certification.
• Good English communication skills, both oral and written.
• Experience conducting independent research projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experimental laboratory research, including work with cell lines, primary cells, human induced pluripotent stem cells, molecular imaging, and general molecular biology techniques.
• Participate in animal experiments incl. behavioral testing and MR analyses investigating mechanisms underlying disrupted neurodevelopment.
• Independently plan and carry out defined research projects.
• Communicate research findings through presentations at group meetings and national and international conferences, and through preparation of scientific manuscripts.
• Collaborate closely with technical staff and students.
• Contribute to the overall activities of the research group, including scientific discussions and project development.
• Experience with animal behavioural testing and behavioural analysis software will be considered an advantage.

Education

Master's degree in life sciences

Job description

The Department of Growth and Reproduction at Copenhagen University Hospital - Rigshospitalet invites applications for a 3-year PhD position focusing on neurodevelopment and disruption by environmental and pharmaceutical exposures. The role involves in vitro and animal studies, with collaboration with University of Copenhagen, Roskilde University and Harvard University.

The successful candidate will join a dynamic, international research group and contribute to mechanistic studies using diverse