Postdoctoral fellow in Molecular Evolution

Description of the workplace 

The research group, Molecular Evolution, is driven by the goal of understanding the development of multicellularity – in the form of animals or tumors – and its subsequent diversification on Earth and within the human body. We work transdisciplinary across the boundaries of developmental biology and tumor biology. The group is located at BMC in Lund and is part of the strategic infrastructures of Lund Stem Cell Center (SCC) and Lund University Cancer Center (LUCC). We conduct high-quality research while placing great importance on diversity and fostering a stimulating environment in the lab. Within the research group, we continuously strive to create conditions that promote work satisfaction, development, and participation for all members.

Duties and responsibilities

At Lund University, a postdoctoral position should provide opportunities for scientific and pedagogical qualifications. Primarily, there is room for merit-building within research, but also to some extent for higher education pedagogy. Teaching may also be included in the duties. As a postdoc in the group, you will ask questions, plan and drive your project, and contribute to others' projects. You will conduct laboratory work and contribute to the continuous development of the group by sharing knowledge and striving to understand others' perspectives.

Qualifications

Requirements for the position are:

• Doctoral degree in Medical Sciences or equivalent. The doctoral degree must be completed by the time the employment decision is made.
• Good ability to develop and implement high quality research.
• Teaching ability.
• Practical experience with biomedical analysis methods such as PCR, qPCR, immunohistochemistry, protein staining, cryosectioning, primary cell culture, and freeze-drying.
• Experience with practical work using chemical analysis methods such as GC-MS, ToF-SIMS, nano-SIMS, and MALDI.
• Experience handling and conducting experiments with animal models, including chicken and mouse models, through certified training and a FELASA certificate.
• Experience in writing, reviewing, and publishing scientific articles.
• Ability to organize your work.
• Experience maintaining laboratory routines.
• Experience in oral and written communication and fluency in the English language. 

As a person, you should be prepared to work within a team toward a shared goal while also conducting independent work.

Meritorious for the position are:

• Preference will be given to applicants who have completed their studies within three years of the closing date for applications. 
• Ability to lead international projects independently.
• Experience working abroad. 

The assessment of applicants will be based primarily on their scientific merit and potential as researchers. Particular attention will be paid to scientific ability in the subject area. 

We offer 

Lund University is a public authority, which means that you will receive special benefits, generous vacation and a favorable occupational pension.

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About the position 

The position is a fixed-term position of 36 moths, 100% with a start date of 2025-03-18 or as agreed. Employment at Lund University is conducted in Sweden, you are therefore expected to be able to perform your work on site Lund.

The employment is limited to a maximum three years according to the collective agreement on fixed-term employment as a postdoctoral fellow (Arbetsgivarverket). An employment as a postdoctoral fellow is intended as an initial step in the career and as an opportunity to further deepen and broaden research competence.

How to Apply

The position is applied for via the university's recruitment system. The application must contain a personal letter with justification as to why you are interested in the employment and in what way the employment matches your qualifications. The application must also contain a CV or equivalent, diploma (or expected completion date), as well as any other relevant documents you wish to submit (e.g., copies of transcripts, reference contact details, recommendation letters, etc.).