Umeå University PhD Positions in Medical Science with Orientation to Molecular Biology, Sweden

  •  PhD
  •  02-Nov-2025
  •   Sweden
  • $$  Varies

Umeå University announces two PhD positions in Medical Science, designed for motivated students eager to explore molecular mechanisms underlying immune function and tumor biology.

Applicants must hold a master’s degree (or equivalent, 240 ECTS) in a relevant field such as Molecular Biology, Biology, or Biochemistry. They should have completed required credits in chemistry, genetics, microbiology, physiology, and cell/molecular biology.

Umeå University is a comprehensive public research university and the flagship institution of higher education in northern Sweden. Founded in 1965 in the city of Umeå, it is one of the country’s largest universities, with over 41,500 students. The university is known for its dynamic, cohesive campus environment and its strong focus on world-leading research in areas like infection biology, molecular medicine, and Arctic studies

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Umeå University PhD Positions in Medical Science with Orientation to Molecular Biology, Sweden Founded in 1965, Umeå universitet (Umeå University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Umeå (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Vasterbotten County. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Örnsköldsvik, Skellefteå. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Utbildningsdepartementet, Sverige (Ministry of Education and Research, Sweden), Umeå universitet (UmU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Umeå universitet (UmU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 54 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: All countries
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: Medical Science, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet all the following criteria:
  • Hold a University degree equivalent to a European Master’s (240 ECTS), including required credits in chemistry, biology, molecular biology, genetics, microbiology, physiology, and cell/molecular biology.

  • Completed at least 45 credits of second-cycle studies in cell- and molecular biology, including an independent project of at least 15 credits.

  • Proficiency in oral and written English.

  • For Project 1: Basic lab skills; experience or interest in immunology, developmental biology, CRISPR/Cas9 mutagenesis, imaging, microinjection, and bioinformatics.

  • For Project 2: Basic lab skills; experience or interest in immunology, cell and molecular biology, CRISPR/Cas9, imaging techniques, lipid bilayers, and programming/image analysis.

  • Strong motivation, teamwork and independent work ability, excellent communication, and personal suitability.

Offered Benefits

  • Full-time PhD employment for four years, with the opportunity for part-time teaching (max 20%)

  • Training in state-of-the-art research techniques and access to cross-disciplinary expertise

  • Monthly salary according to the established salary ladder for doctoral students

  • Opportunities to collaborate with leading research groups at MIMS and UCMR

Contact:

  • Ryo Morimoto, Researcher:

Application Process


Applicants should submit their application via the Umeå University recruitment system by 29 October 2025, including:

  • CV with education, employment history, and publications

  • Copies of relevant degrees

  • Cover letter detailing research experience, interests, and motivation

  • Contact details of 2–3 references

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