Researcher without a PhD

Researcher without a PhD

Division of Cancer Medicine, Department of Oncology, Section for Experimental Cancer Therapy, Oslo University Hospital

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About the position

Oslo University Hospital is a workplace with great diversity. We believe this is crucial for solving our tasks in the best possible way. We want this diversity to be reflected among the applicants for our positions, and we encourage all qualified candidates, regardless of background, to apply

A 18-month position as researcher without a PhD is available from January 5th 2026 at Section for Experimental Cancer Therapy, Dept. of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital (OUS) Radiumhospitalet. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated candidate with an authorization to work as medical doctor in Norway and at least 3 years clinical experience in oncology, preferably equivalent to specialist in oncology. OUS is Norway's largest hospital, conducts a major portion of medical research in Norway and has been accredited by OECI as a Comprehensive Cancer Center. We have a particularly strong research profile within clinical trials for cancer immunotherapy, which is the basis for the present project.

Oslo University Hospital is a workplace with great diversity. We believe this is crucial for solving our tasks in the best possible way. We want this diversity to be reflected among the applicants for our positions, and we encourage all qualified candidates, regardless of background, to apply

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Employer:

Oslo universitetssykehus HF

Town/city:

Oslo

Title:

Researcher without a PhD

Positions:

1

Full-time/part-time:

Full-time

Employment type:

Contract

Percentage of full-time:

100

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Work tasks

The chosen candidate will work on translational studies of cancer immunotherapy, aimed at identifying biomarkers for response and mechanisms of therapeutic effect and resistance.

The researcher will be employed at Section for Experimental Cancer Therapy and work at the Clinical Trial Unit and with the Kyte research Group, Dept. of Immunology. Main supervisor will be Prof. JA Kyte, who is Head of Section for Experimental Cancer Therapy and a research group leader at Dept. of Immunology.

Qualifications

We seek an MD with authorization to work as a doctor in Norway, who speaks Norwegian fluently, and with at least 3 years clinical experience in oncology. The candidate should be highly motivated and able to work independently and take initiatives. Excellent written and oral communication skills (Norwegian and English) are important. Knowledge in clinical research, immunology or statistical analyses will be valuable assets.

Personal qualities

• Collaboration Skills – Comfortable working in interdisciplinary teams and sharing knowledge.
• Strong Communication Skills – Able to present findings clearly, both in writing and verbally.
• You are independent, but also enjoy interdisciplinary collaboration
• You are engaged, curious, and have a strong interest in professional development.

We offer

• Interesting and challenging research project with huge potential for clinical impact
• An opportunity to gain experience in clinical trials and the hot-topic reserach area of cancer immunotherpay
• A productive and motivating research environment
• Full-time 18-months position
• Salary according to the OUS salary scale
• Favorable pension arrangements
• Attractive welfare arrangements

The application must include:

• The application letter (including a summary of applicant's scientific work and interest and describing how she/he fits the description of the person we seek)
• CV with list of publications (summarizing education, positions and other qualifying activity)
• Copies of medical authorization and educational certificates with grades, letters of recommendation
  Names, email and telephone number of 2-3 referees (describe relation to applicant)

Address:

Norwegian Radium Hospital, Ullernchausseen 70, 0379 Oslo, Norway

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Contacts

Jon Amund Kyte

M.D.PhD, Head of Section for Experimental Cancer Therapy, Oslo University Hospital

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About the employer

Oslo University Hospital is a highly specialized hospital in charge of extensive regional and local hospital assignments. As Scandinavia's largest hospital, we carry out more than 1.2 million patient treatments each year. The hospital has a nationwide responsibility for a number of national and multi-regional assignments, and has several national centers of competence. Oslo University Hospital is responsible for approximately 50 percent of all medical and health care research conducted at Norwegian hospitals, and is a significant role player within the education of a large variety of health care personnel.