Researcher
Göteborgs universitetSammanfattning
The University of Gothenburg is seeking a researcher for a temporary position at the Department of Pharmacology within the Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology. The role focuses on experimental animal research in psychopharmacology, particularly behavioral pharmacology studies. This full-time position is based in Gothenburg and aims to contribute to the understanding of drugs for depression and anxiety. The ideal candidate will have a doctoral degree in preclinical psychopharmacology and mayJobbet i korthet
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Temporary employment for 6 months at 100% full-time.Opportunity to contribute to significant research in psychopharmacology.
Ansök senast: 2026-07-29
Publicerad: 2026-07-10
Beskrivning
The University of Gothenburg tackles society's challenges with diverse knowledge. 58 000 students and 6800 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive study programmes attract researchers and students from around the world. With new knowledge and new perspectives, the University contributes to a better future.
At the Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, at the Sahlgrenska Academy, we conduct research and education covering a wide range of knowledge areas. The institute comprises five different departments: Clinical Neuroscience, Health and Rehabilitation, Pharmacology, Physiology as well as Psychiatry and Neurochemistry.
The Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology invites applications for a Researcher employment at the Department of Pharmacology.
Duties
The position includes experimental animal research in the field of psychopharmacology, with an emphasis on behavioural pharmacology studies.
Qualifications
A doctoral degree in preclinical psychopharmacology with a focus on behavioural studies is required. Experience in research on drugs for depression and anxiety using relevant animal models is considered a merit. Experience with in vivo microdialysis is also considered a merit.
Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.
Employment
The employment is limited (temporary) for 6 months, 100% of full-time, and is placed at the Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology. Starting date: as soon as possible or as agreed.
Contact information for the post
If you have questions regarding the employment please contact Researcher Elias Eriksson, phone: +46 709 555 055, e-mail: elias.eriksson@neuro.gu.se
Manager in charge is Professor/Head of Department Michael Winder, phone: +46 31 786 34 77, e-mail: michael.winder@pharm.gu.se
Application documents are not to be submitted through the contact persons.
Unions
Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/en/work-at-the-university-of-gothenburg/how-to-apply
Application
To apply for a position at the University of Gothenburg, you have to create an account in our recruitment system. Submit your application via the University of Gothenburg's recruitment portal by clicking the "Apply" button. It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per the vacancy notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline.
Please enclose PhD certificate with the application.
Applications must be received by:2026-07-29
Information for International Applicants
Choosing a career in a foreign country is a big step. Thus, to give you a general idea of what we and Gothenburg have to offer in terms of benefits and life in general for you and your family/spouse/partner please visit:
https://www.gu.se/en/about-the-university/welcome-services
https://www.movetogothenburg.com/
The University works actively to achieve a working environment with equal conditions, and values the qualities that diversity brings to its operations.
Salaries are set individually at the University.
In accordance with the National Archives of Sweden's regulations, the University must archive application documents for two years after the appointment is filled. If you request that your documents are returned, they will be returned to you once the two years have passed. Otherwise, they will be destroyed.
In connection to this recruitment, we have already decided which recruitment channels we should use. We therefore decline further contact with vendors, recruitment and staffing companies.
At the Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, at the Sahlgrenska Academy, we conduct research and education covering a wide range of knowledge areas. The institute comprises five different departments: Clinical Neuroscience, Health and Rehabilitation, Pharmacology, Physiology as well as Psychiatry and Neurochemistry.
The Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology invites applications for a Researcher employment at the Department of Pharmacology.
Duties
The position includes experimental animal research in the field of psychopharmacology, with an emphasis on behavioural pharmacology studies.
Qualifications
A doctoral degree in preclinical psychopharmacology with a focus on behavioural studies is required. Experience in research on drugs for depression and anxiety using relevant animal models is considered a merit. Experience with in vivo microdialysis is also considered a merit.
Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.
Employment
The employment is limited (temporary) for 6 months, 100% of full-time, and is placed at the Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology. Starting date: as soon as possible or as agreed.
Contact information for the post
If you have questions regarding the employment please contact Researcher Elias Eriksson, phone: +46 709 555 055, e-mail: elias.eriksson@neuro.gu.se
Manager in charge is Professor/Head of Department Michael Winder, phone: +46 31 786 34 77, e-mail: michael.winder@pharm.gu.se
Application documents are not to be submitted through the contact persons.
Unions
Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/en/work-at-the-university-of-gothenburg/how-to-apply
Application
To apply for a position at the University of Gothenburg, you have to create an account in our recruitment system. Submit your application via the University of Gothenburg's recruitment portal by clicking the "Apply" button. It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per the vacancy notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline.
Please enclose PhD certificate with the application.
Applications must be received by:2026-07-29
Information for International Applicants
Choosing a career in a foreign country is a big step. Thus, to give you a general idea of what we and Gothenburg have to offer in terms of benefits and life in general for you and your family/spouse/partner please visit:
https://www.gu.se/en/about-the-university/welcome-services
https://www.movetogothenburg.com/
The University works actively to achieve a working environment with equal conditions, and values the qualities that diversity brings to its operations.
Salaries are set individually at the University.
In accordance with the National Archives of Sweden's regulations, the University must archive application documents for two years after the appointment is filled. If you request that your documents are returned, they will be returned to you once the two years have passed. Otherwise, they will be destroyed.
In connection to this recruitment, we have already decided which recruitment channels we should use. We therefore decline further contact with vendors, recruitment and staffing companies.
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