Fully Funded PhD Fellowship in Spatial Genome Organization and Gene Regulation at the University of Oslo, Norway (2026)

Overview

The University of Oslo invites applications for a three-year, full-time doctoral research fellowship focusing on spatial genome organization, chromatin biology, and gene regulation. The position is based at the Institute of Basic Medical Sciences within the Division of Biochemistry and Department of Molecular Medicine. The research investigates how mutations in nuclear lamins influence the three-dimensional structure of the genome and contribute to lipodystrophies and related metabolic diseases.

The successful candidate will join the project group of Dr. Julia Madsen-Østerbye within the research group of Professor Philippe Collas. The position involves combining experimental laboratory research with advanced computational analysis, participating in a structured PhD programme, and collaborating with international researchers.

Who can apply

Candidates must have a strong academic background in chromatin or genome biology, practical or computational genomics experience, and programming skills in scientific computing languages such as Python or R. The successful applicant must complete the research project and doctoral degree within the three-year appointment.

What you get

The fellowship provides a doctoral research salary for a three-year, 100 percent full-time appointment. Appointees participate in the Medical Faculty’s PhD programme, collaborate with international researchers, and have the possibility of undertaking a research stay at the Danish Cancer Institute in Copenhagen.

Key dates

The application deadline is October 16, 2026.