Summary
Karolinska Institutet is inviting applications for a fully funded Doctoral (PhD) Student Position in Spatial Proteomics of Mitochondrial Disease. The position is based in the research group “Proteomes of Metabolism” led by Assistant Professor Florian Rosenberger within the Division of Molecular Metabolism at the Department of Medical Biochemistry and Biophysics (MBB). The doctoral candidate will combine Deep Visual Proteomics with multiplexed imaging to investigate why mitochondrial defects and metabolic diseases affect cell types in distinct ways.
Doctoral (PhD) Student Position in Spatial Proteomics of Mitochondrial Disease
Overview Table
| Attribute | Details |
| Position / Designation | Doctoral (PhD) Student |
| Host Institution | Karolinska Institutet |
| Department / Division | Department of Medical Biochemistry and Biophysics (MBB), Division of Molecular Metabolism |
| Research Group | Proteomes of Metabolism (PI: Asst. Prof. Florian Rosenberger) |
| Affiliations / Facilities | SciLifeLab & Biomedicum |
| Location | Solna, Stockholm, Sweden |
| Employment Type | Full-time (Contractual Doctoral Studentship, equivalent to 4 years) |
| Financial Support | Monthly salary according to KI’s doctoral pay scale + benefits |
| Application Deadline | September 8, 2026 (23:59 CET) |
Designation
- Doctoral (PhD) Student / PhD Candidate
Research Area
- Primary Fields: Spatial Proteomics, Molecular Metabolism, Single-Cell Omics, Mitochondrial Biology, and Bioimage Informatics.
- Technological Focus: Deep Visual Proteomics (high-content multiplexed imaging, AI-guided segmentation, laser microdissection, ultra-sensitive mass spectrometry) and deep-learning image analysis.
Location
- Department of Medical Biochemistry and Biophysics (MBB)Biomedicum, Karolinska Institutet / SciLifeLab, Solna (Stockholm), Sweden.
Eligibility / Qualifications
1. General Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must fulfill at least one of the following by the application deadline:
- Awarded a second-cycle (Master’s level) qualification/degree, or
- Completed at least 240 credits (ECTS) of higher education studies, with at least 60 credits at the second-cycle/Master’s level, or
- Acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in Sweden or abroad.
2. Specific Eligibility Requirements (English Proficiency)
- Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary school course English 6 / English B (documented via accepted tests like TOEFL, IELTS, or previous university degrees taught in English).
3. Desirable Skills and Profile
- Background in biochemistry, molecular biology, biomedicine, bioinformatics, computational biology, biophysics, or related life science disciplines.
- Wet-lab experience in histology, microscopy/multiplexed imaging, or sample preparation for mass spectrometry.
- Experience or strong interest in quantitative data analysis, bioimage analysis, Python/R programming, and machine learning methods.
- High motivation, scientific curiosity, problem-solving mindset, and excellent collaborative/communication skills.
Scholarship / Position Description & Benefits
- Funded Employment: Four-year full-time doctoral position with a standard collective agreement salary (KI doctoral salary ladder) rather than a non-taxable stipend.
- World-Class Infrastructure: Direct access to cutting-edge facilities at Biomedicum and the National Spatial Proteomics Facility at SciLifeLab.
- Interdisciplinary Mentorship: Co-supervision provided by Associate Professor Charlotte Stadler (Head of the National Spatial Proteomics Facility, SciLifeLab) and Professor Nils-Göran Larsson (International leader in mitochondrial genetics).
- Additional Benefits: Free access to KI’s modern gym facilities, comprehensive medical care reimbursement, pension contributions, and support for international conferences and exchange opportunities.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted electronically via Karolinska Institutet’s Varbi recruitment portal:
- Visit the application portal: Karolinska Institutet Varbi Application Portal.
- Click on “Login and apply” and register or log in.
- Prepare and upload the following documents (in English):
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) highlighting academic achievements, degrees, research experience, and relevant skills.
- Cover Letter / Letter of Motivation outlining your research background, interest in this specific spatial proteomics project, and long-term career goals.
- Degree certificates and official transcripts verifying general and specific eligibility requirements.
- English language proficiency certificate (if applicable).
- Contact details of 2–3 academic references.
Last Date for Apply
- September 8, 2026 (23:59 CEST / Swedish Time)
