Research assistent

Research Assistant in mammalian transcriptomics with a focus on the brain.

Do you want to contribute to improving human health?

The HPA Alpha Cell Program at the Science for Life Laboratory in Stockholm is part of the Human Protein Atlas project (www.proteinatlas.org). This newly launched research program is working to map the proteins of the human body, with a focus on analyzing different parts of the human proteome. This work is crucial for identifying which proteins are expressed in human cells and tissues under various physiological conditions. The Mammalian RNA atlas is part of this effort with a focus on the evolutionary proteome, mapping what proteins are conserved across mammalian species and what are different.

Your mission

• Process and analyze single cell sequencing data, with a focus on mouse data
• Compare expression profiles across different mammalian tissues
• Contribute to the development of the Mammalian RNA Atlas.
• Assist in the work related to proteomics experiments to deepen the understanding of proteins relevant in human evolution
• With a special focus on the brain, perform species comparisons across cell type profiling and regional variation in gene expression.

Your profile

Required qualifications:

• The candidate we are looking for should have completed higher education (equivalent to a Master’s degree or MSc in engineering) in biotechnology or chemistry.
• Experience with bioinformatics tools and methods for analyzing transcriptomics and proteomics data.
• Ability to work independently and meticulously with complex datasets.

Desirable qualifications:

• Experience working with large biological databases and data integration
• Previous experience working with data from large-scale transcriptomics experience

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

https://www.proteinatlas.org/

Application

Welcome to apply at the latest 2025-07-09.

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. 

This is a fixed term position for 6 months.

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