Principal research engineer in immunology at BKV

Linköping, Östergötland
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16 timmar sedan

We have the power of over 40,000 students and co-workers. Students who provide hope for the future. Co-workers who contribute to Linköping University meeting challenges of today. Our fundamental values rest on credibility, trust and security. By having the courage to think freely and innovate, our actions together, large and small, contribute to a better world. We look forward to receiving your application!We are now seeking a research engineer in immunology with a focus on leukemia physiology.The positionYou will primarily work on projects focused on understanding how blood cancer cells affect immune systems in various tissues such as the spleen, lymph nodes, and parts of the brain. Your work aims to increase our understanding of the underlying causes that allow leukemia cells to grow in different organs, and what effects cancer cells have on immune cell function within these tissues. A special focus will be placed on studying the impact of leukemia cells on the cells of the nervous system.Your work will include experimental tumor models, where you will analyze tissues using both histological methods and flow cytometry, as well as RNA sequencing. In addition to your experimental work with generating of new data through in vitro and in vivo experiments, you will analyze data generated through high-throughput sequencing techniques. You will specifically work with integrated analyses of ATAC- and RNA-seq data from single cells. For this, you need to be proficient in using existing tools for bioinformatics analysis.The work is varied, and there are great opportunities for personal development within our projects and through collaboration with other research groups in Sweden and abroad.The person we needWe are looking for a candidate with a PhD in cell biology or a related field, and postdoctoral experience in both neurobiology and yumor physiology.The person we need has:

very good knowledge and documented experience in advanced cell biology, in vivo models, flow cytometry, and omics data analysis, including single-cell data analysis
good collaboration skills as well as the ability to take responsibility and work independently

It is considered a merit if you have:

experience working in different environments, with experiences from multiple academic institutions
previous experience supervising colleagues or team members

Proficiency in English, both spoken and written, is a requirement for the position.The workplaceYou will be working at the , located at the university hospital campus at Linköping University. The department consists of 12 independent research groups aiming to understand the molecular mechanisms behind medical conditions such as inflammation, infection, and cancer. You will work in a research group of 7 scientists with diverse skills and research backgrounds. The work is carried out in a modern laboratory with excellent access to state-of-the-art core facilities.The employmentThe position is a full-time, fixed-term employment for six months, but no longer than until April 30, 2026.The starting date is November 1, 2025, or as agreed.Salary and employment benefitsLinköping University applies individual salary setting.We offer the possibility of remote work for part of your working hours, when the needs of the organization and the nature of the tasks allow it.More information about employee benefits is available .Union representativesInformation about union representatives, see .Application procedureApply for the position by clicking the “Apply” button below. Your application must reach Linköping University no later than 2025-09-24.Applications and documents received after the date above will not be considered.We welcome applicants with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives - diversity enriches our work and helps us grow. Preserving everybody's equal value, rights and opportunities is a natural part of who we are. Read more about our work with: .We look forward to receiving your application!Linköping university has framework agreements and wishes to decline direct contacts from staffing- and recruitment companies as well as vendors of job advertisements.KontaktpersonerMikael SigvardssonProfessor0708-320120Johanna KällmingHR-partner013-28 57 76Länk till den här sidan
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