Join the University of Oslo as a PhD Research Fellow in the Oral Physiology and Cancer Research Group (OPCG) at the Institute of Oral Biology, Faculty of Dentistry. This full-time, 3-year position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful research in oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC), focusing on tumor-host interactions and the influence of oral cancer cells on skeletal muscle. The project will investigate the molecular profile of infiltrated skeletal muscle cells and the functional roles and prognostic significance of selected miRNA/proteins, employing high-throughput transcriptomic and proteomic profiling, as well as 2D and 3D cell culture models.

Applicants should hold a Master’s degree equivalent to a Norwegian Master’s in dentistry, molecular biology, or a related field, with a thesis grade of B or better. Preference will be given to candidates with a dental degree or strong knowledge of cancer/oral cancer biology. Proficiency in English is required, and Norwegian or another Scandinavian language is desirable. Experience with immunohistochemical/immunofluorescence techniques, cell culturing, molecular biology, digital image analysis, and high-throughput data analysis (RNA seq, proteomics) is advantageous. Publications in international peer-reviewed journals are valued.

The University of Oslo is Norway’s oldest and highest ranked educational and research institution, renowned for its broad academic disciplines and internationally recognized research communities. The Faculty of Dentistry is a leading odontological research and educational institution in Europe, offering a vibrant interdisciplinary environment and Norway’s largest dental clinic. The university is committed to equality, inclusion, and diversity, and offers flexible accommodations for candidates with special needs.

The position provides a competitive salary (NOK 551,000–605,000 per year), membership in Statens Pensjonskasse with pension, mortgage, and insurance benefits, and good welfare schemes. The workplace encourages professional development, career opportunities, and up to 1.5 hours of exercise per week during working hours.

To apply, submit your application via Jobbnorge, including an application letter, CV, publication list, transcripts, certificates, and references. Education results should be retrieved from Vitnemålsportalen.no or uploaded if not available. All documentation must be in English or a Scandinavian language. The deadline for applications is 26th February 2026. For questions, contact Professor Tine Merete Søland at [email protected].

Become part of a committed team at the University of Oslo and advance your research career in oral cancer biology!