Research specialist position in mitochondrial gene expression - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

The Hällberg laboratory is offering a stimulating and interactive international environment. We are part of the Department of Cell and Molecular Biology at the Karolinska Institutet in Stockholm, Sweden, one of the world 's leading medical universities. The lab is located in Biomedicum, a state-of-the-art research building.

Description of the subject area

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic research specialist interested in studying the structural cell biology and biochemistry of the mitochondrial RNA maturation process and mitochondrial genome separation. The project is part of a multi-disciplinary collaboration financed by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation

Your mission

The project aims to characterize the mitochondrial RNA maturation process and mitochondrial genome separation.

Main techniques involved are electron microscopy (cryo-EM), cell biology and biochemistry. We have ample access to Karolinska Institutet’s 3D-EM facility that currently features a Krios G3i with a Bioquantum K3, an Aquilos2 cryo-FIB-SEM, a Leica SP8 cryo-confocal, a Talos 120C G2 and a range of sample preparation equipment.

Eligibility requirements

To be eligible for employment as a Research Specialist, in addition to holding a Degree of Doctor, PhD, or having equivalent scientific expertise, the applicant must have demonstrated research expertise as well as have documented research experience after defending their doctoral dissertation.

Your profile

We are looking for highly motivated, independent, and driven candidates. The successful applicant shall have extensive documented experience in structural biology (~4 years post-PhD) using cryo-EM and been a co-author on several publications (>4) in reputable journals using single-particle analysis techniques. Furthermore, the successful candidate shall have extensive RNA/RNA-protein biochemistry experience. A documented ability to independently carry out experimental research projects is required, as are good spoken and written English communication skills.

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. Here, we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. At KI, you get to meet researchers working with a wide range of specialisms and methods, giving you ample opportunity to exchange knowledge and experience with the various scientific fields within medicine and health. It is the crossover collaborations, which have pushed KI to where it is today, at the forefront of global research. Several of the people you meet in healthcare are educated at KI. A close relationship with the health care providers is important for creating groundbreaking top quality education and research. Karolinska Institutet is also a state university, which entitles you to several benefits through our collective agreement.

Location: Solna

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Application

We prefer that Your application is written in English, but You can also apply in Swedish. An application must contain the following documents: Resumé, qualifications and description of planned research, presented in accordance with Karolinska Institutet's qualifications portfolio.

Welcome to apply!

The application must be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system.

For permanent employment, Karolinska Institutet applies a 6-month probationary period.

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