Research Assistant in Toxicology

Do you want to contribute to better health for all?

The research at the unit of Integrative toxicology covers a wide range, from experimental and observational studies through to mathematical modelling and application of such research in health risk assessment. The aim is to highlight areas that are crucial for toxicological risk assessment, with a focus on health and safety at the workplace, indoor air quality and chemical accidents.

Your mission

You will be assisting research and administration within the Schenk research group. Research assignments include performing literature searches, study screening and data extraction, as well as to interpret and synthesise the findings of available toxicological and epidemiological research. The research projects focus on the risk assessment of PFAS and cleaning agents. 

Your profile

We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with an education in toxicology or related field. Documented experience of document studies within toxicology and/or risk assessment and systematic review methodology will be given the highest weights. Good written English skills are required. Great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities such as ability to work independently, as well as organisational-, communication- and social skills. The project is planned to start in June and the position is temporary for six months. 

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

The Institute of Environmental Medicine

Linda Schenk Research group

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Application

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. 

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