Research engineer within stem cells and leukemia - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The research group
The research group of Stem Cells and Leukemia conducts research in hematopoiesis and stem cell biology. The objective of our research is to molecularly dissect known stem cell populations in order to discriminate between normal and malignant stem cells. This will allow for defining the molecular programs that govern stem cell function and explain the basis for leukemogenesis. We will use this information to therapeutically target leukemic stem cells and thereby improve the treatment of leukemia. Research has been at the forefront in this area for several years. The group is led by assistant university lecturer Göran Karlsson and consists of both research and technical staff. The business is located at the Biomedical Center in Lund. The laboratory of Stem Cells and Leukemia is embedded within the Lund Stem Cell Center, an internationally ranked research center within the strategic areas of Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine at Lund University, Scandinavia’s largest institution for education and research. Click here to read more about our exciting research.

Within the research group, we safeguard a workplace that is perceived as developing and stimulating for all employees.

We are hereby seeking a driven research engineer for work with single cell methods, hematopoiesis and stem cells. The employment is limited to 6 months with the desired date of admission on March 1 or by agreement.

Work duties and area 

As research engineer within the research group you will be involved in ongoing research in the lab aimed at studying hematopoietic- and leukemic stem cells. Specifically, the applicant will be responsible for isolation and culturing of primary hematopoietic stem cells as well as to perform molecular biology methods for RNA and protein quantification. Strong focus will also be on performing single-cell genomics methods such as single-cell RNAseq and single-cell ATAC seq. In addition, the position includes maintaining laboratory reagent stocks and organization.  Other working tasks within the research group may occur. 

Qualifications

The following is required for the position:

• A Master's degree in biomedicine, molecular biology or similar.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal characteristics. The tasks require that you have a good ability to collaborate and work independently and have good organizational skills.

The following is meritorious for the position:

• Previous laboratory experience.
• Previous experience with methods for RNA and protein analysis, flow cytometry, isolation and cultivation of hematopoietic cells.
• Certified qualification for laboratory animal science research in accordance to the EU legislation.
• Experience in publishing scientific articles.

Instructions for your application

The application must contain a personal letter describing how you fulfill the desired qualifications, a CV and diploma.

Other

The university applies individual remuneration. Please indicate your salary claim in your application.