Lund University

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 47 000 students and more than 8 800 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition.

Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset.

Description of the workplace

Our research focuses on the role of extracellular signaling in cell fate determination during development and disease. The group, led by Dr. Sandeep Gopal, is located at the Biomedical Center in Lund. The research group is part of the Lund Stem Cell Center and the Department of Experimental Medical Sciences. We are looking for an assistant researcher with experience in matrix biology and cancer. The position starts on April 1, 2026. Visit the link for more information about our research here.

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

Prepare materials for the project. Perform experiments in the lab. Compile, analyze and present data from the experiment.

Qualifications

Requirements for employment are:

PhD in biomedicine or similar, or equivalent knowledge acquired in Sweden or abroad. Excellent oral and written skills in English. Good publication history and a strong background in extracellular biology, stem cells and cancer are meritorious. Previous experience in Glycomics, ChIP and cell membrane analysis is required.

 Additional qualifications for the position are:

Experience with EMT and proteoglycans

Further information

The position is located in Lund and requires full-time work.

How to apply

Applications are to be submitted via the University’s recruitment system. The application is to include a personal letter justifying your interest in the position and how it matches your qualifications. The application is to also include a CV, degree certificates 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.)

Type of employment Special fixed-term employment
Employment expires 2026-09-30
Contract type Full time
Number of positions 1
Full-time equivalent 100
City Lund
County Skåne län
Country Sweden
Reference number PA2026/123
Contact
  • Sandeep Gopal, 046-2220000, sandeep.gopal@med.lu.se
Union representative
  • OFR/ST:Fackförbundet ST:s kansli, 046-2229362, st@st.lu.se
  • SACO:Saco-s-rådet vid Lunds universitet, kansli@saco-s.lu.se, kansli@saco-s.lu.se
  • SEKO: Seko Civil, 046-2229366, sekocivil@seko.lu.se
Published 15.Jan.2026
Last application date 29.Jan.2026

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