Postdoctoral Position in Experimental Medicine: Lund University invites applications for a postdoctoral position in Experimental Transfusion Medicine at the Department of Laboratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine. The position involves conducting independent research on the expression variability of ABC-cassette-binding proteins and lipoproteins on red blood cells. The successful candidate will join a dynamic research team led by Professor Martin L Olsson, focusing on various aspects of transfusion medicine, including the biology of blood groups and ABO-universal blood for transfusion.
Postdoctoral Position in Experimental Transfusion Medicine
Study Area: Experimental Transfusion Medicine, Molecular Biology, Erythrocyte Biology, Transfusion Medicine.
Location: Lund, Skåne län, Sweden.
Eligibility/Qualification: To qualify for the position, candidates must have a PhD or an equivalent international degree in life sciences, preferably with a focus on erythrocyte biology and/or transfusion medicine. The degree should have been completed no more than three years before the date of employment decision. Proficiency in methods relevant to the project, such as gene regulation techniques (e.g., EMSA and luciferase), blood group serological methods (including flow cytometry), and cell- and molecular biology is required. Excellent oral and written English skills are essential. Additional qualifications include scientific publications, experience in similar research projects, and good analytical ability with a collaborative spirit.
Description: The selected candidate will conduct independent research under the supervision of Professor Martin L Olsson. The research will primarily involve experimental in vitro work in the laboratory, utilizing human or recombinant substances, cell culture, and gene-modifying techniques like CRISPR. Responsibilities also include literature review, summarizing research findings for publication in journals, contributing to conferences, and potentially supervising students at the B.Sc. and M.Sc. levels.
What We Offer: As a public authority, Lund University offers attractive benefits, including generous annual leave, an advantageous occupational pension scheme, and a flexitime agreement promoting work/life balance.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should apply via the University’s recruitment system. The application must include a personal letter addressing the qualification requirements and expressing interest in the position, a comprehensive CV with a list of publications, a description of previous research work, and copies of relevant documents, including the PhD diploma.
Last Date to Apply: The deadline for applications is May 8th, 2024, 11:59 PM CEST.
For more information about the position, contact Professor Martin L Olsson, Recruiting Manager, at 046-2223207 or Emelie Falck, HR-partner, at 046-2221549.
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