Research Assistant to the Department of Neuroscience

Do you want to contribute to improving human health?

We are interested in understanding molecular and synaptic activity of the basal ganglia and how alterations of these physiological functions are responsible for different neuropathological conditions. To this end, we employ genetic mouse models of neuropsychiatric disorders (i.e., movement disorders, drug addiction and neurodevelopmental disorders) and a variety of cutting-edge technology (i.e., confocal and 2-photon imaging, behavioral analysis, fiber photometry, immunohistochemistry, molecular and cell biology standard technique).

Your mission

The candidate is expected to carry on electrophysiology recordings in acute brain slices. He/She will have a defined project within a long-term study. The candidate is also expected to be an active player within a scientific group with presentation of his/her results in lab meetings, designing and conducting experiments, analyzing and interpreting results, and take part in scientific discussions. We will provide the required training to meet these expectations in a timely manner.

Your profile

Candidates applying for this position should hold a bachelor’s degree in biology (or equivalent) at the start of the contract and have previous laboratory experiences in a neuroscience research group (or equivalent). We will give priority to candidates with experience in synaptic physiology (e.g., patch clamp physiology in acute brain slices).

The candidates should be highly organized and ambitious with excellent communication skills in English. Interpersonal skills are essential, and we emphasize the person’s ability as a team player and contributing to a friendly work environment.

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

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Application

Welcome to apply at the latest 24th of February.

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.

We also require the email address of at least one mentor that we will contact for a reference letter.

This is a time-based position for up to 11 months.

Want to make a difference? Join us and contribute to better health for all