Umeå University is offering an 8-month postdoctoral scholarship starting in January 2026 (or later by agreement), focused on Mitochondrial Protein Quality Control (PQC). Funded by the KEMPE Foundations, this opportunity allows researchers to work in a top-tier lab with expert support and modern facilities.
It’s a great chance to grow professionally, collaborate on cutting-edge science, and strengthen your career in biomedical research. Applicants are also encouraged to explore other scholarships aligned with their goals.
Overview:
This scholarship is part of a research project led by Assistant Professor Andreas Kohler, titled “Integrating Mitochondrial Protein Quality Control with OXPHOS Biogenesis.” The focus is on understanding how mitochondria manage the quality of their own proteins—a topic that remains largely unexplored. The study looks at how protein quality control (PQC) systems interact with mitochondrial protein production and the building of energy-generating complexes. The research uses Saccharomyces cerevisiae (baker’s yeast) as a model organism.
Researchers in this role will:
- Gain hands-on experience with modern biochemical tools, protein analysis, and large-scale lab methods.
- Study how proteins and mitochondria change as cells age.
- Work in a supportive, international, and collaborative research environment.
Fellowship Perks at Umeå University:
Selected fellows will receive a full-time, 8-month scholarship to carry out cutting-edge research in a forward-thinking scientific field.
- Work with the latest lab technology.
- Get guidance and collaborate with others.
- Be part of a creative space that supports independent thinking.
Requirements:
- Hold a PhD (or equivalent degree) in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field.
- Have completed their PhD within the last three years (exceptions possible for health, parental leave, or similar reasons).
- Demonstrate strong research experience with first-author publications in scientific journals.
- Have skills in protein biochemistry and cell or molecular biology techniques.
Additional Perks:
- Experience working with mitochondria and protein quality control (PQC).
- Familiar with using S. cerevisiae as a research model.
- Skilled in high-throughput screening, flow cytometry, and advanced molecular cloning techniques.