Associate Professor in Molecular Physiology with Focus on Mammalian Metabolism

Associate Professor in Molecular Physiology with Focus on Mammalian Metabolism

Stockholm University - Department of Molecular Biosciences

Stockholm, Sweden

The successful candidate is expected to lead a research group in molecular physiology and conduct experimental research with the aim of understanding mammalian metabolism at a molecular mechanistic level. We are seeking an outstanding researcher who can be integrated into the existing research environment.

Subject

Molecular physiology with focus on mammalian metabolism.

Subject description

Molecular physiology includes mechanistic studies of mammalian metabolism.

Main responsibilities

Research, teaching and supervision.

Qualification requirements

In order to qualify for the position as associate professor, the applicant must have demonstrated good teaching skills and have a doctoral degree, or equivalent research expertise, of relevance to the subject area and the main responsibilities of the position.

All teaching positions at Stockholm University require the ability to collaborate and the general ability and suitability to perform one’s duties.

Assessment criteria

In the appointment process, special attention will be given to research and teaching skills. The assessment of research skills will focus primarily on merits within the subject area of the position.

The following will also be considered:

• the ability to develop and lead activities and staff;
• administrative skills.

In the case of otherwise similar qualifications, the following criteria will be used to distinguish between candidates:

• teaching experience within the subject area of the position.