Fully Funded PhD Fellowship in Spatial Genome Organization and Gene Regulation at the University of Oslo, Norway

Application Deadline

16 October 2026

Tell Me About The Position

The PhD Fellowship in Spatial Genome Organization and Gene Regulation is a 3-year, 100% full-time doctoral research position within the project group of Dr. Julia Madsen-Østerbye and the research group of Prof. Philippe Collas (Collas Lab) at the Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo. The PhD candidate will participate in an interdisciplinary project investigating the epigenomic mechanisms by which nuclear lamin mutations cause lipodystrophies and metabolic diseases. The position involves carrying out wet-lab 3D genomics experiments and advanced computational data analysis (utilizing RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, and protein interactome datasets) using an in vitro adipose tissue stem cell differentiation model. The position also offers a research stay collaboration with the Danish Cancer Institute in Copenhagen.

Which Fields are Eligible?

Chromatin/Genome Biology, Epigenomics, Molecular Medicine, Cell Biology, Computational Biology, and Bioinformatics.

Type

Full-Time PhD Fellowship / Doctoral Research Position

Who can Apply?

Educational Background: Must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in chromatin/genome biology, with a minimum grade of B on the ECTS grading scale (or equivalent). The Master’s degree must include a thesis worth at least 30 ECTS.

Programming & Technical Skills: Demonstrated programming proficiency in Python, R, or equivalent scientific computing languages, along with practical experience in the bioinformatic analysis of genomic data.

Language Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

Desirable Experience: Prior experience with 3D chromatin conformation capture methods (practical/computational) and electronic laboratory notebook systems is considered a plus.

How are Applicants Selected

Evaluation is based on academic credentials, personal prerequisites, programming capability, alignment with project requirements, and statement of motivation. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for formal interviews.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

Global (open to both Norwegian domestic candidates and international applicants).

Where will the Position be Taken?

Division of Biochemistry, Department of Molecular Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo, Norway (with a research stay option in Copenhagen, Denmark).

How Many Positions

1 position (3-year fixed-term doctoral fellow position).

What is the Benefit of the Position

Salary: Position code 1017 (Doctoral Research Fellow) with a salary ranging from NOK 550 800 – 595 000 per year depending on qualifications and experience.

Pension & Welfare: Membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund (Statens Pensjonskasse) featuring pension, mortgage, and insurance schemes.

Work Environment: Full enrollment in the Medical Faculty’s PhD program, access to exercise time during work hours (1.5 hrs/week), and integration into an international research environment.

How Long Will it Last

3 years fixed-term contract.

How to Apply

Prepare your application documentation in English (or a Scandinavian language)

Cover letter describing your motivation and research interests.

Comprehensive CV.

Copies of educational certificates, academic transcript records (with an official explanation of foreign university grading systems).

List of publications and academic works (do not attach full dissertations/papers).

List of 3 academic reference persons (name, relation, email, phone).

Apply via the Jobbnorge recruitment portal before 16 October 2026.

👉 Visit the official fellowship page for details

Prepare your application documentation in English (or a Scandinavian language): Cover letter describing your motivation and research interests. Comprehensive CV. Copies of educational certificates, academic transcript records (with an official explanation of foreign university grading systems).

Educational Background: Must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in chromatin/genome biology, with a minimum grade of B on the ECTS grading scale (or equivalent). The Master’s degree must include a thesis worth at least 30 ECTS. Programming & Technical Skills: Demonstrated programming proficiency in Python, R, or equivalent scientific computing languages, along with practical experience in the bioinformatic analysis of genomic data. Language Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Desirable Experience: Prior experience with 3D chromatin conformation capture methods (practical/computational) and electronic laboratory notebook systems is considered a plus.

How are Applicants Selected

Evaluation is based on academic credentials, personal prerequisites, programming capability, alignment with project requirements, and statement of motivation. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for formal interviews.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

Global (open to both Norwegian domestic candidates and international applicants).

Prepare your application documentation in English (or a Scandinavian language)

Cover letter describing your motivation and research interests. Comprehensive CV. Copies of educational certificates, academic transcript records (with an official explanation of foreign university grading systems). List of publications and academic works (do not attach full dissertations/papers). List of 3 academic reference persons (name, relation, email, phone). Apply via the Jobbnorge recruitment portal before 16 October 2026.

👉 Visit the official fellowship page for details