Project assistant

Description of the workplace 

The Department of Immunotechnology at Lund University conducts cutting-edge research within the Life Sciences, with a strong focus on immuno-oncology, biomarkers and allergy-related conditions. We are based at Medicon Village, a dynamic hub for academic research, biotech companies, and healthcare organizations, and our department benefits from a collaborative and innovation-driven environment.

A wide array of state-of-the-art infrastructures are available at the Department, including platforms for multiplex flow cytometry and cell sorting, antibody development, spatial omics, mass spectrometry, as well as bioinformatical expertise from NBIS (National Bioinformatics Infrastructure Sweden). By leveraging advanced technologies to tackle complex questions in biomedicine, our department has become a leader in several key research fields and has fostered the creation of multiple successful spin-off ventures, many of which are also based at Medicon Village.

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

The position is within a research group focusing on immune cells in cancer. We perform translational research with the ultimate goal to develop more effective treatment strategies based on immune cell modulation. By characterizing the immune microenvironment within tumors, we aim to uncover key immune regulatory mechanisms that can be further explored in human-based model systems.

The research projects involve a variety of in vitro assays and advanced explant‑based model systems, and the project assistant will take an active part in the experimental work with these. The tasks may include, for example, handling and culturing primary human cells and tissues under different conditions.

A range of experimental readouts will be employed, including e.g. deep phenotyping via flow cytometry, high-plex analysis of soluble factors, spatial characterization of tissue sections using immunofluorescence, and related data analysis. In addition, the role will involve summarizing and interpreting the experimental data.

Qualifications

Requirements for employment are:

• Master’s education in biotechnology, cell biology, molecular biology or equivalent
• Knowledge in immunology and having completed an independent research project (such as a master’s thesis or an equivalent assignment) in an area such as immunology/immuno-oncology/immunotechnology or similar.
• Practical experience of working with primary cells.
• Very good oral and written proficiency in English.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills

Additional qualifications for the position are:

• Practical experience working with immune cells, including for example isolation of immune cells from blood/tissue
• Practical experience in cell culture
• Practical experience with analytical methods such as multiplex flow cytometry and multiplex analysis of soluble factors (for example using the Luminex system), as well as associated data analysis
• Practical experience working with human tissue, e.g. isolation of cells from tissue and/or tissue culture
• Experience in analyzing patient data and knowledge in biostatistics

Personal qualities, such as commitment, scientific interest, precision, good communication and cooperation skills, are of particular importance.

Further information

This is a special fixed-term position (SÄVA) of 6 months, 100 % of full time. Starting date  1 April 2026 or according to agreement. 

Instructions for the application

Applications should be written in English and include a cover letter explaining why you are interested in the position and how your qualifications match the position. The application should also include a CV, educational qualifications or equivalent and any other information you wish to provide (copies of certificates, details of references, letters of recommendation, etc.)