Associate researcher in in Biomarkers and Lung Physiology

Description of the Workplace
The research group focuses on biomarkers and lung physiology in respiratory and allergic diseases. The group leader is Ellen Tufvesson, and the team consists of a PhD student, a clinical PhD student working part-time, as well as project students and interns. The research group is now looking for an assistant researcher to join the team. The group receives clinical samples and conducts various analyses in cell biology, gene and protein expression, and biomarkers. Research is carried out at the Biomedical Center in Lund (BMC), located near by the Skåne University Hospital in Lund.

Within the research group, we value a positive work environment based on respect and care in our relationships with each other. We continually work to create the conditions for job satisfaction, development, and involvement for all employees.

We offer
Lund University is a public authority, which means that employees get benefits, generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme. Read more on the University website about being a Lund University employee: Work at Lund University

Job Duties and Responsibilities
We are looking for a person to work on the following tasks:

• Handling of patient samples from the airways and blood.
• Analysis of biomarkers, cell profiles, immunostaining, gene expression, protein expression, etc. Examples of techniques include Nanostring, immunohistochemistry, fluorescence staining, ELISA, PCR, and FACS.
• Processing and documentation of results and compiling data for publication.
• Responsibility for implementing new techniques relevant to the group’s airway research.
• Laboratory supervision of PhD students and students within the group.
• Presenting results at meetings and conferences.
• Writing grant applications.

Qualifications
Necessary qualifications for the job:

• PhD in cell biology related to the airways/allergy.
• Laboratory experience with various cell biology techniques such as Nanostring, immunohistochemistry, fluorescence staining, ELISA, PCR, and FACS.
• Knowledge of airway inflammation and allergy.
• Ability to work independently and analytically.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in English (both written and spoken).

Meritorious are:

• Postdoctoral experience in lung and allergy research.
• Experience in cell biology-based inflammation research.
• Knowledge and publications in asthma/allergy.
• Expertise in Nanostring techniques and bioinformatics.
• Experience with patient-centered translational research.
• Experience in handling clinical lung samples.

Other information
The position is a fixed-term employment according to the Special Fixed-term Employment (SÄVA) regulations §5 p1 LAS, and it is full-time. The desired start date is 2025-04-01 or as agreed upon, with an end date of 2026-03-31.

How to Apply
Applications are to be submitted via the University’s recruitment system. The application should include a CV and a personal letter justifying your interest in the position and how it matches your qualifications. The application should also include a degree certificate or equivalent and any other document to which you would like to draw attention (copies of grade transcripts, details of referees, letters of recommendation, etc.).

Welcome to apply!

The Faculty of Medicine is a part of Lund University and is responsible for education and research within medicine and healthcare. Our academic programs are closely linked with the healthcare system and are firmly anchored in the faculty’s strong research tradition. Our research spans a broad field within experimental preclinical research, near-patient clinical research and health sciences research. The Faculty of Medicine, with its 1,800 employees and 2,700 students in Lund and Malmö, is a knowledge-intensive meeting place for students, teachers and researchers from all over the world.