Associate Researcher in Cancer and Infection - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Description of the workplace 
The Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Glycobiology (MIG) is looking for an experienced researcher with a focus on cancer biology and infection biology, in ongoing research projects led by Professor Catharina Svanborg. The group conducts research in cancer and infection biology and develops new discoveries from molecular mechanisms and animal models to clinical trials. The dynamic research group has a strong international position and offers good opportunities to develop a scientific career. Read more about our research here.

Within the research group, we constantly work to create conditions for job satisfaction, development and participation for all employees.

What we offer
Lund University is a public authority, which means that you will have special benefits, generous annual leave, and an advantageous occupational pension. We also have a flextime agreement that creates good conditions for work/life balance. Read more on the University’s website about being a Lund University employee, Work at Lund University.

Work duties and areas of responsibility 

You will be expected to develop specific ongoing projects and perhaps make new discoveries. The work includes writing grant applications and supervising younger group members and students. You will work in a team and collaborate on all our ongoing projects. Other commonly occurring tasks in the laboratory occur.

Qualifications and requirements

• Doctoral degree in the field of microbiology, immunology or other relevant field
• A competitive list of publications in leading international journals
• Experience in bioinformatics, genomics and transcriptomics
• Previous supervision of students and group members
• Good language skills and the habit of writing and presenting science in English

A merit for the position is:

• Prior research experience and previous knowledge in biomedicine

Research expertise is the foremost criterion for employment. During the evaluation of applicants, research profile, experience, and knowledge will be taken into account as well as personal suitability. The duties require you to have high technical and scientific competence, good communication skills and good cooperation skills.

Further information
The employment is a permanent full time employment with the desired starting date November 1st 2023 or according to agreement. Probationary employment of 6 months may be applied.

How to apply 
You apply for the position via the University’s recruitment system. The application is to include a personal letter describing how you meet the qualification requirements and why you are interested in the position. The application is also to include a CV with a list of publications, a general description of previous research work, a copy of your doctoral degree and any other documents to which you wish to draw attention (copies of degree certificates, grade transcripts, details of referees, letters of recommendation, etc.).