Postdoctoral Researcher in Cancer Genetics - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Description of the workplace

At the Division of Clinical Genetics, Department for Laboratory Medicine, Medical Faculty, our research is focused on cancer genomics and novel targeted treatments for cancer. The Division comprises nine research groups with a total of ~60 researchers and constitute a collaborative and inclusive research environment. In our research group, we apply large-scale sequencing, molecular genetic and cytogenetic techniques, and functional models of somatic genetic changes to understand how childhood leukemia arises and develops. Our long-term aims are to use our increased understanding of leukemia biology to identify novel treatment markers and develop new targeted therapies against childhood leukemia. Read more here: Division of Clinical Genetics. The working language is English and the position will be placed at BMC in Lund. The research group is led by Professor Kajsa Paulsson.

We aim to create a good work environment based on respect and consideration in our relation to each other.

We offer

Lund University is a public authority which means that employees get particular benefits, generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme.

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Work duties and areas of responsibility

You will primarily work in a project on transcriptional and epigenetic heterogeneity in childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). This will include RNA-sequencing of single leukemia cells, bioinformatic analysis of the data, follow-up analyses, and functional experiments. You will be responsible for executing the project in collaboration with other members of the research group. Your work duties may also include supervision of more junior lab members, writing of scientific articles and handling of primary patient samples.

Qualifications

Requirements for employment are:
- PhD in cancer research or stem cell biology
- Research experience in genetics
- Good analytical skills, high motivation and good collaborative skills
- Excellent communication skills in English

Additional qualifications for the position are:
- Research experience in cancer genetics
- Experience in cell biology experimental work
- Experience in bioinformatic analysis of sequencing data
- Experience in work with hematopoietic cells
- Experience in gene expression analysis

Further information

This is a full-time employment limited to 2 years, with a possible extension for one additional year. The employment is regulated according to the “Agreement on Fixed-Term Employment as a Postdoctoral Fellow – 2022-02-01”. Desired start date is 1^stJanuary 2026 or according to agreement.

Eligibility

To be eligible for a postdoctoral position, the applicant must have obtained a doctoral degree, or a foreign degree deemed equivalent, in a subject relevant to the position (i.e., biology, biomedicine, medicine, chemistry). The degree must have been awarded no more than three years before the date of the employment decision. Exceptions may be made if there are special circumstances.

How to apply

Applications must include a personal letter motivating how you fulfil the criteria, a CV, contact information for two references, a diploma (including a grade transcript) and other documents you wish to be considered (e.g. letters of recommendation).