Research Assistant in Biology of the Vestibular System

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

We invite applications for a Research Assistant position in Dr. Francois Lallemend research group, which explores the specific neural elements and pathways underlying sensory perception and their central integration in the auditory, vestibular, and sensorimotor systems. The Lallemend lab is located in the new building Biomedicum which includes 5 departments. The position will be placed in the Department of Neuroscience, which includes several research groups working on a broad range of studies on the molecular and cellular levels, networks of neurons, and the organization of the nervous system as a whole.

Your mission

The Research Assistant fellow that joins our team will be investigating the sensorineural substrate that perceive and/or transmit the sensory inputs in the vestibular organs and to the first relay center in the brainstem, and their plasticity in various environmental conditions. The projects in the lab make use of various methods, including mouse genetic tools, single cell omics, virus tracing technology, histology, and behavioral assays to reveal the different sensory channels and associated central circuits that underlie our sense of proprioception and balance. The candidate will characterize the biological properties of newly identified molecular cell types and explore their circuit integration and function.

Your profile

We are looking for a highly motivated, driven, inquisitive, enthusiastic person interested in our area of research, and ready to explore new avenues in science. The candidate should have a collaborative approach to research, be working productively in a team and contributing to a good social environment in the laboratory. The applicant should preferably have a background in neuroscience; histology, behavioral tests, circuit analysis and surgery are appreciated.

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

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Application

Welcome to apply at the latest December 16th 2022.

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 one year.

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