KTH Royal Institute of Technology invites applications for a Postdoc in AI Agents for Life Science within the School of Engineering Sciences and the Science for Life Laboratory (SciLifeLab). This position is hosted by the AICell Lab, funded by the Data-driven Life Science (DDLS) Fellows program, and focuses on developing cutting-edge AI systems for data-driven scientific discovery.
Job Overview
| Designation | Postdoctoral Researcher |
| Research Area | Artificial Intelligence, AI Agents, Data-Driven Life Science, Multi-Agent Systems |
| Host Institution | KTH Royal Institute of Technology (School of Engineering Sciences / SciLifeLab) |
| Location | Stockholm, Sweden |
| Employment Type | Full-time, Temporary (Up to 2 years) |
| Application Deadline | 27 November 2026 |
Job Description
The successful candidate will join the AICell Lab, led by Wei Ouyang, to design and evaluate AI-powered research assistants and multi-agent systems tailored for life science workflows. Key responsibilities and aspects of the role include:
- Developing collaborative AI systems and autonomous agents to assist researchers with complex scientific workflows and infrastructure access.
- Contributing to European Union-supported initiatives, particularly within the Euro-BioImaging network, to facilitate access to distributed research infrastructures.
- Combining independent scientific research with project coordination, software development, and scientific communication.
- Collaborating closely with interdisciplinary researchers, computational engineers, and partner academic and research institutions across Europe and the US.
Eligibility and Qualifications
Mandatory Requirements
- A doctoral degree (PhD) or an equivalent foreign degree. This requirement must be fulfilled by the time the employment decision is finalized.
- Excellent proficiency in written and spoken English, suitable for an international research environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- A PhD completed within the last three years prior to the application deadline.
- Demonstrated experience or strong interest in life sciences, machine learning, large language models (LLMs), or AI agents for scientific discovery.
- Familiarity with scientific data analysis, computational methodologies, or life science research workflows.
- Experience or interest in user-centered design, UI/UX, or interactive application development for scientific software.
- Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
- Demonstrated commitment to equal opportunities and gender equality.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted electronically via the KTH Varbi recruitment system. Your complete application file must contain the following documents (in English or Swedish):
- Curriculum Vitae (CV): Detailed CV including relevant academic and professional experience.
- Diplomas and Transcripts: Official copies of relevant university degrees and academic transcripts. Official translations must be provided if the originals are not in English or Swedish.
- Letter of Motivation / Research Statement: A brief account (maximum two pages) describing your academic interests, motivation for pursuing this research, and how your prior background connects to future goals.
Application Deadline and Link
The last date to submit your application is 27 November 2026 (midnight CET/CEST).
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