Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

A research assistant position is available in the lab of Pekka Katajisto at the Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, Karolinska Institutet. The Department of Cell and Molecular Biology (CMB) is a department with a strong focus on basic science. CMB conducts research and education in cell biology, molecular biology, developmental biology, stem cell biology, cancer and infection biology. CMB is located in Biomedicum, a new interdisciplinary research center designed to concentrate much of the experimental research conducted at Karolinska Institutet Campus Solna under one roof to promote collaboration.

Your mission

We are seeking an enthusiastic person who will work on a project where by using in vitro systems, we study stem cell intrinsic mechanisms of tissue renewal and homeostasis. The employment includes experimental laboratory work, data processing, data analysis and report writing.

The position is a fixed-term employment (SÄVA) up to 12 months. 

Your profile

Applicants with a Masters degree, and experience in one or more of the following fields are encouraged to apply:

  • Cell culture (cell lines and 3D culture).
  • Confocal microscopy and image analysis (Fiji).
  • Bioinformatic experience such as Python, R, Bash and/or Java.
  • English proficiency is a must.

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 

http://www.katajisto-lab.com/

https://ki.se/en/cmb/pekka-katajistos-group

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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. 

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

Type of employment Temporary position
Contract type Full time
First day of employment Upon agreement
Salary Monthly salary
Number of positions 1
Full-time equivalent 100%
City Stockholm
County Stockholms län
Country Sweden
Reference number STÖD 2-2619/2025
Contact
  • Pekka Katajisto , pekka.katajisto@ki.se
  • Agustin Sola Carvajal, agustin.sola.carvajal@ki.se
Union representative
  • Bodil Moberg, OFR, bodil.moberg@ki.se
  • Björn Andersson, SACO, bjorn.andersson@ki.se
  • Elisabeth Valenzuela, SEKO, elisabeth.valenzuela@ki.se
Published 11.Jul.2025
Last application date 04.Aug.2025
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