Research Assistant in Neuroscience

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

Your mission

The Furlan laboratory, in the Department of Neuroscience, Karolinska Institutet, has an open position for a Research Assistant. The project is focused on the identification and characterization of the neurons and the circuits regulating energy expenditure. Circuits will be identified using viral techniques, imaged, and manipulated during both homeostasis and metabolic challenges (i.e. high-fat diet). Experimental read-outs will comprise behavioral and physiological parameters, as well as molecular analysis of gene expression. The candidate is expected to spearhead the project. The candidate will take part in weekly round tables and lab meetings, to informally discuss science and problem-solving. The candidate is expected to capitalize on the collaborative environment, availability of cutting-edge resources, and interdisciplinary expertise to achieve the research objectives.

Your profile

Skills: the ideal candidate should have prior experience with murine models of disease and experience with the use of metabolic cages, metabolic data analysis and data interpretation. The candidate should also have experience in tissue perfusions, organ dissections, and processing of tissue for transcriptomics and immunohistochemistry.

Personal qualities: Initiative, motivation, and a keen interest in understanding and contributing to the fields of neuroscience and metabolism. The candidate should also demonstrate their ability to structure, plan, and carry out work independently, as well as the ability to work in teams and coordinate with others.

What do we offer?

A creative and inspiring environment with wide-ranging expertise and interests. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world's leading medical universities. Our vision is to pursue the development of knowledge about life and to promote a better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. Karolinska Institutet is also a state university, which entitles you to several good benefits through our collective agreement. And you get to practice freely in our modern wellness facilities, where trained staff are on site.

Location: Solna

https://ki.se/en/neuro/neurobiology-of-obesity-alessandro-furlan-group

Application

Welcome to apply at the latest November 24th, 2023.

The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system.In this recruitment, you will apply with your CV without a personal letter. Instead, you will answer some questions about why you are applying for the job in the application form.

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