Research Assistant to the Ziegenhain laboratory

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

Join the Ziegenhain lab, part of the Division of Medical systems bioengineering (https://ki.se/en/mbb/research-division-of-medical-systems-bioengineering) at the department of Medical Biochemistry and Biophysics. In our group we are interested in shedding light on central molecular processes in human cells, in particular with regards to the control of transcription and alternative splicing. For this, we develop and employ cutting edge single-cell sequencing and computational approaches.

Your mission

The successful candidate will be working as a research assistant in the group. The main project aims to decode transcriptional programs of T cells performing cancer killing using a novel single cell sequencing approach. This requires a tailored computational analysis strategy to be implemented over the duration of the project. The successful candidate will be an active member of the research group and also collaboratively support other ongoing projects in the laboratory.

Your profile

We are recruiting an enthusiastic research assistant to work on challenges in single cell genomics. The ideal candidate should have obtained a MSc degree in biotechnology, molecular biology or a related field. We are looking for candidates with solid experience in computational analysis. Good proficiency in computational data analysis techniques (eg. shell scripts, R or python) and previous experience in analysis of single cell sequencing data are a requirement. Experience in applying advanced statistical models is especially meriting.

Candidates should also be familiar with common molecular biology techniques and be comfortable with independent work.

All candidates must be able to fluently communicate in written and spoken English as well as demonstrate good team work 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. 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

Link to the lab website: Christopher Ziegenhain's lab

Link to the department website: The Department website

Application

Welcome to apply at the latest 21st May 2025.

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. 

The position is expected to last until 31st December 2025.

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