PhD student position in medical science - Etiology of eating dis
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Arbetsplats: The Sahlgrenska Academy
Ort: Gothenburg
Titel:
PhD student position in medical science - Etiology of eating disorders in a neuroperspective
Beskrivning av arbetsuppgifter:
Type of employment: Fixed-term employment, 4 years Extent: 100 % Location: Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg First day of employment: As agreed Reference number: UR 2015/1151 Job assignments: The Eating Disorders (EDs) Anorexia Nervosa (AN) and Bulimia Nervosa (BN) are severe psychiatric disorders that affect approximately 2% of the population and may have a chronic course. The genetic and environmental factors contributing to the development of EDs have to be disentangled. ESSENCE (Early Symptomatic Syndromes Eliciting Neurodevelopmental Clinical Examinations) such as Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) seem to be closely related to EDs, as they are overrepresented in individuals with EDs, and vice versa. EDs and ESSENCE have common traits and show striking similarities in their neuropsychological profiles. Previous studies indicate that AN has particularly much in common with ASD, while BN might be closer associated with ADHD. Based on two prospective populations, a twin population and a sample of adults with adolescent-onset AN, this PhD project aims to contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of the etiology of EDs. A focus will be on describing developmental paths to AN and BN and how these may be moderated by ESSENCE. It will furthermore be investigated if there is a common genetic overlap between EDs and ESSENCE, and if there is an etiological demarcation between EDs and disordered eating. Finally, the neuropsychological profile of individuals with EDs will be examined applying an eye tracking approach. The overlap of genetic and environmental factors contributing to EDs and ESSENCE could provide clues for molecular genetic research and be of aid in the development of adequate treatment strategies, e.g. pharmacological treatment. The early recognition of symptoms of predisposing factors for EDs, such as ESSENCE, could be target of specific intervention and therefore be important in the prevention of EDs. The PhD position comprises 4 years full-time studies and leads to a doctoral degree. The position is funded via doctoral studentship.
Beskrivning av kvalifikationer:
Eligibility: To be admitted to third-cycle studies you must fulfill both the general and the specific entry requirements. The general entry requirements is fulfilled if you have: 1. completed a degree at a second-cycle level, or 2. completed at least 240 credits worth of studies of which at least 60 credits must be at a second-cycle level, or 3. acquired equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad. The specific entry requirements is fulfilled if you have completed the English B/6 course or is considered to have acquired equivalent knowledge through previous studies.
Publiceringsdatum2015-11-25Kontaktperson för detta jobbFunktion: Project supervisor
Namn: Christopher Gillberg, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology
E-postadress:
christopher.gillberg@gnc.gu.seTelefon: 031-786 0000
Varaktighet, arbetstid
Visstidsanställning 6 månader eller längre
Heltid
Fixed-term employment, 4 years Tillträde
As agreed
ErsättningFast månads- vecko- eller timlön
Så ansöker duSista dag att ansöka är 2015-12-17
Appointment procedure: Please apply online at the University of Gothenburg job application portal:
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Övriga kontaktuppgifterTelefonnummer: 031-7860000
Jobbnummer 2546651
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