Associate researcher in Mitochondrial Medicine - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Description of the Workplace
The Mitochondrial Medicine research group brings together researchers and students with an interest in the function of energy-producing mitochondria in health and disease. The group is led by Eskil Elmér, Adjunct Professor of Experimental and Clinical Neurophysiology. We are now in need of an additional assistant researcher who will have primary responsibility for two academic projects in collaboration with industry. The first project involves advanced analyses of mitochondrial function and studies of the pharmacodynamic effects of a group of chemical substances known as quinones. The second project concerns the establishment of ex vivo analyses to study the disease pyruvate kinase deficiency. The research is conducted at the Biomedical Centre in Lund (BMC), in close proximity to 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 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:

• Primary responsibility for the planning, execution, and reporting of two academic projects in collaboration with industry.
• Plan, conduct, evaluate, and compile experiments using high-resolution respirometry (Oroboros O2k Oxygraph) and extracellular lactate/pyruvate measurement (ISCUSflex analyzer).
• Plan, conduct, evaluate, and compile experiments using flow cytometry to determine mitochondrial and cellular production of free radicals.
• Teach and supervise students in mitochondrial functional analysis and cellular bioenergetics.

Other related duties may also be included.

Qualifications
Necessary qualifications for the job:

• PhD in natural science / medical science or equivalent.
• Documented solid knowledge of mitochondrial functional analysis, including completed theoretical courses and/or documented practical experience with two systems (Oroboros Oxygraph and Seahorse FX96 analyzers).
• Fluency in English (B2/C1 level).

Meritorious are:

• Completed course or practical experience in medical biotechnology / drug development.
• Practical experience with lactate/pyruvate measurement using ISCUSflex analyzers.
• Experience in research on primary mitochondrial diseases.
• Completed course in basic flow cytometry and/or practical experience thereof.
• Teaching of Master’s/Bachelor’s students.

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 2026-01-01 or as agreed upon, with an end date of 2026-12-30.

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.