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

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

The Department of Microbiology, Tumor and Cell Biology (MTC) at Karolinska Institutet conducts research and teaching within immunology, infection biology, cell biology and cancer. MTC have about 40 research groups and our key words are multidisciplinary, bridging, national and international collaborations.

Your mission

The main focus for the position is culturomic of microbiota in women’s health. The candidate is expected to play a leading role in generating scientific hypothesis, conducting experiments, analysing data, preparing presentation of results and manuscript. The candidate should also be able to work independently. The candidate will work on several projects related to vaginal microbiome including bacterial and cell culture, host-microbe interaction studies with vaginal microbes. Immunology experiment and analysis is required.

Your profile

We are seeking highly motivated students who have a strong interest in microbiota and related research. Previous research experience related to immunology and microbiota are considered as an advantage. The applicants should have good communication skills and ability to interact effectively and work productively in a team of scientists. Emphasis will be placed on documented ability and previous experience in laboratory work. Excellent skills in speech and writing, including scientific writing in English are required.

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://staff.ki.se/people/juan-du

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. 

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