Laboratory technician - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Division
Andras Simon’s group studies mechanisms of regeneration in newts, which are aquatic salamanders. During the past years the group has developed methods that enable us to characterize how these animals replace damaged or degenerating tissues with new ones. The group places our findings in an evolutionary perspective and perform comparative studies with mammals. Please find more information on their web site https://ki.se/en/cmb/andras-simons-group

Duties

The work consists of assisting in the generation and maintenance of transgenic salamander lines and other amphibians.The duties include for example amphibian husbandry, breeding, cleaning of aquaria and dishwashing. Planning and organizing schedules for feeding and cleaning within the facility is also a part of the duties.

English is the primary language for documentation and contact with researchers.

The extent of the employment consist of 80% with a possibility to be extended to 100% in the future.

Entry requirements
We are looking for someone who has work experience with regards to technical work in a laboratory and/or with laboratory animals, for example, work as an animal technician. Previous experience of working with aquatic animals, specifically salamanders, is an advantage as well as being able to plan and organize a work schedule.

Good knowledge of English is a requirement since we have many foreign researchers. Education in natural science, laboratory science, biology or biomedicine to the degree level is an advantage.

The candidate’s personal skills will be highly valued.

What do we offer?
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 better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct innovative medical research and provide the largest range of biomedical education in Sweden. Karolinska Institutet is a state university, which entitles employees to several benefits such as extended holiday and a generous occupational pension. Employees also have free access to our modern gym and receive reimbursements for medical care.

Location: Solna

Application
The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system.  

Permanent position is initiated by a six months trial period.