项目介绍

2026年4月23日

About the position

We invite applications for a PhD Research Fellow position in (Pharmaceutical) analytical chemistry, available at the name of Department of Pharmacy.

Starting date no later than October 1, 2026.

The fellowship period is three years.

A fourth year maybe considered and it will involve 25 percent of other career-promoting work. Other career-promoting work may consist of teaching, supervision, and/or research assistance. This is dependent upon the qualification of the applicant and the current needs of the department.

No one can be appointed for more than one PhD Research Fellowship period at the University of Oslo. 

Place of work is Department of Pharmacy at Blindern, Oslo. 

Job description

The position is within the field of pharmaceutical analytical chemistry. The aim of our research is to develop new technologies for sample preparation and extraction from biological samples, which is essential for accurate measurements of drugs and endogenous compounds. More specifically, we work on developing novel concepts and strategies for sampling and  analysis of diagnostic and therapeutic proteins in biological matrices, for example from a single drop of blood. Our goal is to bring advanced protein analysis closer to clinical practice through innovative solutions for sample handling and preparation, ultimately benefiting both clinicians and patients. 

In recent years, we have explored the use of paper and other materials, such as VAMS, as sampling devices for complex biological samples like blood and serum. We have specialized in  the determination of peptides and proteins in dried form from these devices. Furthermore, we have successfully modified the sampling devices so that they can perform parts of the conventional sample preparation procedures in protein analysis (such as tryptic digestion and antibody-based purification). This efficiently creates a small “laboratory” that prepares the sample for analysis before it reaches the central laboratory, saving both time and labour. This project will build on this line of research within the so-called “smart sampling” concept, with the aim of further methodological development and clinical implementation. The research will combine basic and applied aspects. For further information, publications and our research environment, please visit our website SmartProteinAnalysis@UiO.

What skills are important in this role?

The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences has a strategic ambition to be among Europe’s leading communities for research, education and innovation. Candidates for these fellowships will be selected in accordance with this, and expected to be in the upper segment of their class with respect to academic credentials.

Required qualifications:

• Master’s degree or equivalent in pharmacy (pharmaceutical analytical chemistry) or analytical chemistry 
• Foreign completed degree (M.Sc.-level) corresponding to a minimum of four years in the Norwegian educational system
• Experience with liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LC-MS)  
• Experience with sample preparation for subsequent LC-MS analysis (e.g. SPE or immuno-based affinity extractions) preferable from biological samples
• Fluent oral and written communication skills in English

Candidates without a master’s degree have until July 31, 2026 to complete the final exam.

Desired qualifications:

• Experience with peptide and protein analysis using mass spectrometry  
• Experience with nano-flow LC-MS systems 
• Experience with chemical surface modification is an asset, but not a requirement

Language requirement:

• Good oral and written communication skills in English
• English requirements for applicants from outside of EU/ EEA countries and exemptions from the requirements:
  https://www.mn.uio.no/english/research/phd/regulations/regulations.html#toc8

Grade requirements:
The norm is as follows:

• The average grade point for courses included in the Bachelor’s degree must be C or better in the Norwegian educational system
• The average grade point for courses included in the Master’s degree must be B or better in the Norwegian educational system
• The Master’s thesis must have the grade B or better in the Norwegian educational system

For more information see:

The purpose of the fellowship is research training leading to the successful completion of a PhD degree. 

All candidates and projects will have to undergo a check versus national export, sanctions and security regulations. Candidates may be excluded based on these checks. Primary checkpoints are the Export Control regulation, the Sanctions regulation, and the national security regulation.

What are we looking for in you?

Personal skills:

• Curious, analytical, patient and creative 
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot analytical instruments (like LC-MS)  
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work precisely in a structured manner and swiftly adapts to new tasks 
• Good communication and collaboration skills 
• Positive attitude and the ability to handle hectic periods 

Employment in the position is based on a comprehensive assessment of all qualification requirements applicable to the position, including personal qualifications.

We can offer you

• A pleasant and stimulating work environment
• Good welfare schemes
• Opportunity of up to 1.5 hours a week of exercise during working hours
• A workplace with good development and career opportunities
• Career development programmes
• Membership in the Statens Pensjonskasse, which is one of Norway’s best pension schemes with beneficial mortgages and good insurance schemes
• Oslo’s family-friendly surroundings with their rich opportunities for culture and outdoor activities
• Salary in position as PhD Research Fellow, position code 1017 in salary range NOK from 550 800 – 595 000, depending on competence and experience. From the salary, 2 percent is deducted in statutory contributions to the State Pension Fund 

We need different perspectives in our work

UiO is an open and internationally oriented comprehensive university that strives to be an inclusive and diverse workplace and academic environment. You can read more about UiO’s work on equality, inclusion, and diversity at uio.no.

We fulfill our mission most effectively when we draw upon our variety of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. We are looking for great colleagues, could you be the next one?

We will do our best to accommodate your needs. Relevant adjustments may include modifications to working hours, task adaptations, digital, technical, or physical adjustments, or other practical measures.

If you have an immigrant background, a disability, or CV gaps (Norwegian), we encourage you to indicate this in the job application portal. We always invite at least one qualified candidate from each group for an interview. In this context, disability is defined as an applicant who identifies as having a disability that requires workplace or employment-related accommodations. For more details about the requirements, please refer to the Employer portal (Norwegian).

The selections made in the job application portal are used for anonymized statistics that all state employers include in their annual reports. More information about gender equality initiatives at UiO can be found here. 

We hope you will apply for the position with us.

How to apply

The application must include:

• Cover letter – statement of motivation and research interests
• CV (summarizing education, positions and academic work – scientific publications)
• Copies of the original Bachelor and Master’s degree diploma and transcripts of records
• Letters of recommendation
• Documentation of English proficiency if applicable
• List of publications and academic work that the applicant wishes to be considered by the evaluation committee
• Names and contact details of 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and telephone number)

Application with attachments must be submitted via our recruitment system Jobbnorge, click “Apply for this job”.
Foreign applicants should attach an official explanation of their University’s grading system.

When applying for the position, we ask you to retrieve your education results from Vitnemålsportalen.no. If your education results are not available through Vitnemålsportalen, we ask you to upload copies of your transcripts or grades. Please note that all documentation must be in English or a Scandinavian language.