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The Department of Cell and Molecular Biology (CMB) is a department with a strong focus on basic science. CMB conducts research and education in cell biology, molecular biology, developmental biology, stem cell biology, cancer and infection biology.
Division
Applications are invited for a post-doctoral employment in the research group of Kirsty Spalding, at the Karolinska Institutet, Sweden. The Spalding group works as part of the Department of Cell and Molecular Biology and the Integrated Cardio Metabolic Centre; a newly formed collaboration between Karolinska Institutet and Astra Zeneca, providing a stimulating environment of diverse metabolic experts.
Duties
Using pioneering approaches such a single cell sequencing, radiocarbon dating and flow cytometry we investigate fundamental questions in human adipose biology. How adipocytes respond and contribute to metabolic disease is investigated at a single cell and whole organ level. Relevant topics include (i) the distribution and browning potential of white human adipocytes (ii) adipocyte heterogeneity within white adipose depots, as well as between adipocytes from different fat depots and (iii) the pathological contribution of adipocytes to metabolic disease.
The postdoctoral employment will provide an opportunity to learn a broad range of advanced methods and to participate in collaborations with academic and clinical partners.
Entry requirements
To qualify the applicant must have a PhD and expertise in the field of adipose biology. Knowledge of immunocytochemistry, confocal microscopy, primary tissue culture, flow cytometry or next generation sequencing (such RNA-seq) is an advantage. An ability to work independently is vital, however the project is heavily integrated into other projects in the lab and thus an ability to work as part of a team is required. Good English oral and writing skills are a must.
Application process
An employment application must contain the following documents in English:
The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system.
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Type of employment | Temporary position |
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Contract type | Full time |
First day of employment | As soon as possible |
Number of positions | 1 |
Full-time equivalent | 100% |
City | Stockholm |
County | Stockholms län |
Country | Sweden |
Reference number | 2-5384/2018 |
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Published | 08.Oct.2018 |
Last application date | 06.Nov.2018 11:59 PM CET |