Research assistant for the SciLifeLab CRISPR Functional Genomics unit

Do you want to contribute to improving human health?

CFG is part of the SciLifeLab platform Chemical Biology and Genome Engineering and is based at the Department of Medical Biochemistry and Biophysics in Biomedicum, Solna. As a national SciLifeLab unit, our mission is to develop and implement high-throughput CRISPR methodologies to support the Swedish research community in the design, execution, and interpretation of large-scale, CRISPR-based functional genomic experiments.

Your mission

We are seeking an enthusiastic person who will work on establishing pooled CRISPR screens with microscopic readout based on in situ sequencing of guide RNAs. The employment includes experimental laboratory work, data processing, data analysis and report writing. This is a temporary employment contract with a maximal duration of 6 months.

Your profile

You have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the molecular life sciences. You have strong theoretical knowledge and excellent experimental skills in cellular and molecular biology, as well as a proven aptitude in mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique. You have previously performed CRISPR/Cas9 precision genome engineering (knock-outs, knock-ins, etc). You have practical experience in massively parallel perturbations using pooled CRISPR guide libraries and have a solid understanding of these methods. You are familiar with the principles of in situ sequencing approaches.

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: Karolinska Institutet, Biomedicum

For further information visit https://www.scilifelab.se/units/crispr-functional-genomics/

Application

Welcome to apply at the latest August 23, 2023.

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