Research assistant (temporary position)

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

Applied developmental neurobiology group led by Carl Sellgren is looking for a highly motivated research assistant with background in neurobiology and bioinformatics to contribute towards research on neuropsychiatric disorders. The position will be placed in the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology at the Karolinska Institutet, which has a collegial, international and dynamic research environment. We offer an exciting, open, and collaborative research work environment where you can make a difference.

Your mission

The candidate will work on integrating single-cell multiomics datasets relevant for neurodevelopment, develop innovative technologies to interpret data and provide bioinformatic support on methodology and analytical approaches to ongoing projects in the lab.

Your profile

• Applicants must hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a field relevant for the work.
• Applicants must possess strong bioinformatic skills and proficiency in programming languages.
• Experience with machine learning is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with analysis and integration of multi-omics data with a focus on single-cell is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a tea.

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: Campus Solna. 

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Applied Developmental Neurobiology – Carl Sellgren research group

Application

Welcome to apply! 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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