Reseracher to the myeloma research group - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Description of the workplace

The myeloma group within the Department of Hematology and Transfusion Medicine at the Department of Laboratory Medicine consists of two associate professors, 4 doctoral students and a part-time laboratory technician.

Our main goal is to improve the outcome of the painful and fatal tumor disease multiple myeloma (MM). To do this, we conduct three lines of research; i) use investigator-initiated clinical trials to test preventive strategies and ii) test new drug combinations in clinical trials and iii) investigate phagocyte subsets and functions during treatment and progression of MM.

We offer

Lund University is a state authority, which means you get special benefits, generous holidays and a favorable occupational pension. Read more on the university's website about being employed by us Work with us.

Duties and areas of responsibility

As a researcher with us, you will independently conduct research in the research area of hematology and particularly focus on multiple myeloma. You will conduct clinical trials and develop strategies and methods for the treatment of MM.

You will also publish articles in scientific journals, contribute to conferences and assist in other tasks in the aforementioned research area.

You will have special responsibility for supervising 3 doctoral students within the myeloma group.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who meets the following requirements.

Requirements for the position are:

• Doctoral degree in medicine with a focus on hematology or a related field
• Very good research experience in myeloma research
• Docent competence in hematology
• Doctor with specialist competence in Hematology and good knowledge of Swedish.
• Ability to conduct independent research at advanced level.
• Very good knowledge of Swedish and English.
• Good analytical skills, drive and good ability to collaborate.

Merited are:

• Experience of doctoral supervision
• Experience of clinical trials
• Previous experience of researching similar projects.

Scientific skill is the main employment criterion. During the evaluation, research profile, experience and knowledge will be taken into account.

Miscellaneous

The employment is a permanent employment with the extent of 10 percent of full time with addition as soon as possible or as agreed. Probationary employment may be applied.

How to apply:

The position is applied for via the university's recruitment system. The application must contain a personal letter in which you describe how you meet the qualification requirements and why you are interested in the position. The application must also contain a CV, including a list of publications, a general description of previous research work, a copy of the doctorate and anything else you wish to refer to (copies of diplomas, grades, information for references, letters of recommendation, etc.)