Research Assistant in Neuroscience

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

Meletis Laboratory, Karolinska Institutet

The Meletis Laboratory in the Department of Neuroscience at Biomedicum is recruiting a Research Assistant for research projects investigating the molecular organization and identity of neuron subtypes in brain circuits controlling motivated behavior and decision-making. A particular focus is understanding circuit dysfunction in mouse models relevant to stress and mood disorders.

Your mission

You will contribute with experimental work and research operations in a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment. The position involves learning and using advanced molecular and cellular neuroscience methods, including single-cell RNA sequencing, spatial transcriptomics, viral-genetic labeling strategies for connectivity mapping, and confocal imaging.

Key responsibilities

• Perform molecular biology and histology workflows, including tissue processing and confocal imaging
• Support single-cell and spatial transcriptomic experiments to define the molecular organization of brain circuits.
• Assist with maintenance and handling of laboratory mouse models.
• Organize experimental data; contribute to basic statistical analyses and documentation.
• Coordinate lab resources and support smooth execution of ongoing projects.
• Work collaboratively with researchers across multiple projects in the lab

Your profile

Qualifications

Required

• BSc or MSc in molecular biology, neuroscience, biotechnology, or a closely related discipline.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-based research setting.
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English.

Meriting (one or more)

• Experience with molecular methods, including single-cell RNA-seq and/or spatial transcriptomics.
• Experience with neuroanatomy methods, including viral tracing or connectivity mapping.
• Experience with mouse behavior (e.g., handling, colony support, and behavioral assays).

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

Meletis Laboratory, Karolinska Institutet

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Application

Welcome to apply at the latest 2026-02-16.

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 employment of maximum one year. 

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