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The department invites applicants for two Research Fellow positions (PhD) financed by the Research Council of Norway within cancer research focusing on the study of multiple myeloma and the bone disease of multiple myeloma.The period of employment for the Research Fellow is three years, preferentially starting 1 October 2009. The position of Research Fellow has the objective of taking organized academic training and the completion of the doctoral degree. Admission to a doctoral degree programme is a requirement for employment as a Research Fellow. During the period of employment, three years are to be devoted to research training, including a total of 30 credits from NTNU's PhD courses. For regulations concerning the PhD-degree at NTNU, please see: http://www.ntnu.no/studies/phd

•Applicants for the PhD grant must hold a master’s degree or equivalent education relevant for the project and should have a strong academic record.
•We seek talented, enthusiastic and creative scientists with a strong commitment to research. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written are important. In the evaluation process emphasis will primarily be placed on the candidate's personal qualities.
NTNU is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from both EU/EEA and non-EU countries. The university is strongly committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from members of ethnic minorities.Selected applicants will be invited to undergo an interview. 

Applicants must be able to communicate fluently in English (oral and writing)Depending on qualifications and academic background, Research Fellows at the Faculty of Medicine will be remunerated at wage levels 45-55 on the Norwegian State salary scale, with gross salary from NOK 353 000 – NOK 420 600 a year, of which 2% is deducted for the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund. A yearly amount for operating costs will be added.

The appointment will be made in accordance with current regulations and supplementary rules with guidelines for employment as Research Fellow appointments at universities and university colleges.

 How to apply: 

Please send the application including CV, publication list, verified certificates and addresses of references via the website www.jobbnorge.no.

•Applicants’ CV (including list of publications, relevant former positions). Must not exceed 5 pages.
•Copy of relevant transcripts and diplomas. Must be verified and translated into English.
•Short statement of the applicants personal qualifications and motivation for the position and the project (must not exceed 1 page)
•Short statement from a former supervisor/tutor/teacher (must not exceed 1 page)
For further information about the position and projects, please contact:

Dr. Therese Standal Phone: +47 Email: therese.standal@ntnu.no

Professor Anders Sundan Phone: +47 7359 86 67 Email: anders.sundan@ntnu.no

Head of office Rannveig Storeng Frøseth Phone: +47 72 57 30 49 or +47 901 80 412 Email: rannveig.s.froseth@ntnu.no

The application deadline is 20. August, 2009