Lund University, Faculty of Science, Department of Biology

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 47 000 students and more than 8 800 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition.

Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset.

Job assignment
We are looking for a Project Assistant for expression analysis of larva of Tephritis conura adapted to different host plants. The position will be within the research group on the evolutionary ecology of plant-insect interactions. 

Please follow this link for more information about our work:
https://www.biology.lu.se/research/research-groups/evolutionary-ecology-of-plant-insect-interactions


Qualifications

Required:

  • Applicants should hold a PhD in evolutionary biology/genetics and have solid knowledge of evolutionary genomics and gene expression analysis in particular.

Meriting:

  • Knowledge in metabolomics and experience with working on the Rackham cluster.

We will place great emphasis on personal suitability. Consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant's experience and skills is expected to contribute to the project.


Terms of employment

Temporary position for 2,5 months. Lund University applies individual compensation. Please state your salary requirement in the application.


Instructions on how to apply 

Applications should include a cover letter stating the reasons why you are interested in the position and in what way the employment corresponds to your qualifications. The application should also contain a CV, degree certificate or equivalent, and other documents you wish to be considered (grade transcripts, contact information for your references, letters of recommendation, etc.).

Type of employment Temporary position (shorter than 3 months)
Employment expires 2020-06-30
Contract type Full time
First day of employment Temporary position for 2,5 months starting according to agreement
Salary Monthly salary
Number of positions 1
Full-time equivalent 100
City Lund
County Skåne län
Country Sweden
Reference number PA2020/741
Contact
  • Anna Runemark, +46462223789
  • My Geborek, +46462224853
Union representative
  • OFR/ST:Fackförbundet ST:s kansli, 046-222 93 62
  • SACO:Saco-s-rådet vid Lunds universitet, 046-222 93 64
  • SEKO: Seko Civil, 046-222 93 66
Published 09.Mar.2020
Last application date 23.Mar.2020

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