Project coordinator in spatial omics

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

Researchers at institutions such as Karolinska Institutet (KI), the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), and Stockholm University (SU) have been instrumental in developing several pioneering spatial omics platforms. These innovations have laid the groundwork for spatial transcriptomics, proteomics, and epigenomics methods now used worldwide. Researchers are now working towards forming a Cluster of Excellence to strategize the advancement of spatial omics as a transformative tool for understanding human biology, disease mechanisms, and precision medicine.

Your mission

This role will be as a coordinator for work towards a Spatial omics Cluster of Excellence. We are looking for a meticulous and independent person with strong organizational skills. You should have a PhD in biomedicine or a similar field. This position is a special fixed term employment (SÄVA) for a duration of 6 month. The major objectives of the role will be to lead stakeholder communications, workshop organization and report writing for the network. Great importance will be placed on personal suitability.

Your profile

Essential for the candidate are:

PhD in biomedical science or equivalent
Expertise and experience in spatial biology
Experience in intersectoral stakeholder management and communications
Experience working in interdisciplinary settings
Experience in translational research
Experience in conference / workshop organization
Demonstrated expertise in report writing for national/international funding bodies
Excellent overall organizational skills
Excellent in teamwork
Leadership and independence
Ability to communicate regarding complex topics to experts and non-experts

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: Flemingsberg

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Application

Welcome to apply at the latest 2025-09-23

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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