Research assistant - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

We are looking for two motivated research assistants that will work on biophysical principles underlying cellular processes.

The project will be performed at the Cell Signalling, Immunity and Nanoimaging (CSI:Nano) Lab (https://www.csi-nano.org/), located at SciLifeLab (www.scilifelab.se) and Karolinska Institute (https://ki.se).  SciLifeLab and KI are excellent places to carry out basic biomedical research with clinical potential. Our lab is in the intersection of biology, chemistry, physics and engineering, aiming to reveal the molecular secrets of physiology and diseases. The candidate will greatly benefit from this interdisciplinary environment and unique infrastructure.

These positions are for 3-6 months full-time employement.

Application Deadline: 4 May 2022

Start Date: July 2022

Your mission

The research assistants will study membrane biophysics using state-of-the art methodologies.

The project involves:

• generating model membrane mimics
• building a new setup as well as using existing technologies
• developing data analysis tools for these techniques
• handling cells
• work in close collaboration with the other CSI:Nano lab members as well as other labs at SciLifeLab and KI

Your profile

Qualified to be employed as a research assistant is one who has obtained a MSc degree by the time of start date (not deadline) of the position.

Essential:

• BSc in life or natural sciences (biology, molecular biology, physics, chemistry or similar)
• MSc in life sciences or medical sciences
• Strong expertise in biophysics and membrane biology (model membrane preparations and cell memrbane manipulations)
• Strong expertise in advanced imaging (fluroescence correlation spectroscopy, confocal, spectral imaging, FACS)
• Expertise in basic cell and molecular biology techniques
• Moreover, independent working skills, teamwork spirit and willingness to contribute to the existing projects

Desired:

• Expertise in scientific programming is an advantage
• Expertise in whole blood handling is an advantage 

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: SciLifeLab, KI, Campus Solna

Visit CSI:Nano: https://www.csi-nano.org

Visit SciLifeLab: www.scilifelab.se

Application

Welcome to apply at the latest 4 May 2022.

An employment application must contain the following documents in English:

• A complete resumé, including date of the MSc thesis defence, title of the thesis, previous academic positions, academic title, current position, academic distinctions, and committee work
• A brief letter describing why you want work with us and how you can contribute to the existing knowledge in the lab (no more than one page)
• A complete list of publications

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

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