Research Assistant in Computational Biology

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

In our research group, you will find a unique opportunity to work closely with top researchers at the interface of neuroscience and computational biology to jointly understand how the human brain becomes vulnerable during injury, neurodegeneration and aging. Our recent work (Månberg et al. Nature Medicine 2021) showed that vascular and glial cells contribute to dynamics of neurodegeneration. This project will aim to refine our understanding of cellular mechanisms, genetics and cell biology of central nervous system injury and regeneration. We offer an engaging and international research environment where you will have the opportunity to contribute to high quality research at the top international level.

Your mission

We are recruiting a highly motivated research assistant candidate with experience in next-generation sequencing data analysis, computational genomics, computational biology and/or imaging analysis. The project combines comparative genomics, in-silico protein modelling, with human genetics to investigate the genes uniquely evolved in mammalian species capable of tissue regeneration. The postdoc candidate will work closely with researchers in the team as well as with our collaborators and be responsible for data analysis, visualization, and development of new computational methods for processing and analysis of large-scale omics data

Your profile

We welcome applications from candidates with pure computational background and those combining experimental and theoretical approaches.
Qualified candidates have obtained a Master of Science degree or an equivalent scientific competence.

Other qualifications:

MSc in Bioinformatics, Computer science, Mathematics, Biostatistics, Neuroscience, or similar field.
Proficiency in written and spoken English. Previous work with biological data analysis, integration and visualization in R or Python.
Experience with aBSREL and MEME or other comparative genetics methods.
Experience with scripting language (Python or R) database development, maintaining & sharing code repositories.
Curiosity to solve fundamental biological questions and enthusiasm to lead new independent projects.
Ability to formalize a biological question into a computational model.

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

Application

Welcome to apply at the latest 10 May 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.

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