Research assistant in translational fertility preservation - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Do you want to contribute to improving human health?

At our Laboratory of Translational Fertility Preservation at Karolinska Institutet we aim to overcome infertility in young patients after cancer treatment. Our group conducts translational research in close collaboration with the clinicians of Karolinska University Hospital.

Research team Kenny Rodriguez-Wallberg offers a creative and inspiring environment filled with expertise and curiosity. Our vision is to always stay at the frontier of oncofertility and to conduct world-class research. Research team Kenny Rodriguez-Wallberg is part of the department of Oncology Pathology at KI. Our research encompasses clinical and translational projects and we work close to the patients at Karolinska University Hospital. More info about the research group can be found at our home page. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world's best medical universities. Karolinska Institutet conducts successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden.

Your mission

The research work focuses on experimental research on fertility preservation and testicular toxicity induced by cancer treatment.  In vitro culture methods will be used. You will be responsible for developing protocols for culture and to improve existing protocols aimed at increasing survival of testicular cells in experimental studies. You will work both independently and in close collaboration with other members of the group.

Your profile

A previous experimental work in testicular research and in vitro culture methods is required. Applicants who have not completed a doctorate at the end of the application period may also apply.

The successful candidate should have a strong background in reproductive biology research, with experience in the field of reproductive biology and eventually some publications. A broad hands-on experience in cell- and molecular methods, particularly with testicular tissue and culture is important. Experience from working with experimental models using animal or human gametes is a plus.

We are looking for a highly motivated person with strong interest in novel technologies. We expect the candidate to be independent as well as having very good collaboration skills.

Fluency in English (oral and written) is a requirement.

What do we offer?

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 better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct innovative medical research and provide the largest range of biomedical education in Sweden. Karolinska Institutet is a state university, which entitles employees to several benefits such as extended holiday and a generous occupational pension. Employees also have free access to our modern gym and receive reimbursements for medical care.

Application

Welcome to apply at the latest December 15.

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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