Associate researcher in Neurosurgery

Description of the Workplace
The position is based within the research group led by Professor Niklas Marklund. The group currently consists of two senior researchers, one senior expert, one research engineer, and typically several students. The research project focuses on molecular aspects and novel treatment strategies for experimental traumatic brain injury. We are now seeking an associate researcher to contribute to this work. The research is conducted at the Wallenberg Neuroscience Center, located within the Biomedical Center (BMC) in Lund, in close proximity to Skåne University Hospital.

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:

• Conduct and independently lead studies on traumatic brain injury
• Design and plan research studies
• Perform experimental work
• Analyze and compile research findings
• Actively contribute as co-author to additional ongoing research projects

Other related duties may also be included.

Qualifications
Necessary qualifications for the job:

• PhD in Neurosurgery
• Solid knowledge of experimental traumatic brain injury in mouse models
• Proven expertise in immunohistochemistry, qRT-PCR, and Western Blot techniques
• Proven expertise in blood sampling and perfusion methods
• Proven expertise in imaging techniques and myelin staining
• Ability to work independently and analytically
• Strong communication skills
• Proficiency in English (both written and spoken)

Meritorious are:

• Experience and training in statistical methods
• Own publications related to experimental traumatic brain injury
• Knowledge of animal models of traumatic brain injury

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 2026-04-01 or as agreed upon, with an end date of 2026-06-30.

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.

The Department of Clinical Sciences Lund is one of six departments at the Faculty of Medicine. Clinical Sciences Lund cooperates closely with Skåne University Hospital and the Faculty of Medicine in order to optimize the conditions for preclinical and clinical translational research, research strategies and development, as well as education on both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.