Chalmers University of Technology 2021 International PhD Positions In Biophysics And Cell Biology Of Protein Aggregation, Sweden

International PhD Positions in Biophysics and Cell Biology of Protein Aggregation, Sweden 2021 is offered for PhD degree in the field of Biophysics and cell biology.  The deadline for the sending your application is 30 May 2021. This scholarship is provided by Chalmers University of Technology and the value of this scholarship is Partial Funding, Educational Fund . This scholarship is open for: Open to all nationals.
The Chalmers University of Technology conducts research and education in engineering sciences, architecture, technology-related mathematical sciences, natural and nautical sciences, working in close collaboration with industry and society. The university is seeking two highly motivated PhD students for a research project focused on the role of protein aggregate formation and propagation in neurodegenerative disorders. 

About the Project: The PhD positions are placed in Elin Esbjörner's research group in the Chemical Biology division at Chalmers. The group studies protein aggregation and amyloid formation from a biophysical and cell biological perspective. We have a keen interest in understanding how amyloid proteins interact with endolysosomal trafficking compartments and exosomes in neurons, and to explore crosstalk between trafficking dysfunctions and protein aggregation in Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and ALS. 

• Table of Content
• About Chalmers University of Technology
• Chalmers University of Technology PhD Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of Chalmers University of Technology PhD Scholarship
• Chalmers University of Technology PhD Scholarship Courses
• Requirements for Chalmers University of Technology PhD Scholarship Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Chalmers University of Technology

Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg conducts research and education in technology and natural sciences at a high international level. The university has 3100 employees and 10,000 students, and offers education in engineering, science, shipping and architecture. With scientific excellence as a basis, Chalmers promotes knowledge and technical solutions for a sustainable world. Through global commitment and entrepreneurship, we foster an innovative spirit, in close collaboration with wider society. The EU’s biggest research initiative – the Graphene Flagship – is coo... continue reading

Chalmers University of Technology PhD Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of Chalmers University of Technology PhD Scholarship

The Chalmers University of Technology will provide cultivating and inspiring working environment in the dynamic city of Gothenburg and some other benefits such as pharmaceutical benefit, occupational healthcare, wellness benefit, and occupational pension, etc.

Chalmers University of Technology PhD Scholarship Courses

• Biophysics and cell biology

Requirements for Chalmers University of Technology PhD Scholarship Qualification

• Applicants must have (by the latest end of August 2021) have a master's level degree in biochemistry, biotechnology, biophysics, molecular biology, cell biology, or another closely related discipline.
• Applicants must have demonstrated experience from experimental research of relevance (broadly) for the project, for example from your MSc Thesis work, advanced level courses with comprehensive lab modules or other equivalent qualifications (such as internships or summer jobs). You must have good collaborative and organizational skills and be flexible towards learning new things. Previous experience from amyloid research or cell studies would be highly beneficial but not mandatory.
• Applicants must demostrate good verbal and written communication skills in English.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

You can apply to this scholarship here.