Postdoctoral Position in Virus-Initiated Membrane Remodelling, Umeå University, Sweden

Summary

The Department of Medical and Translational Biology at Umeå University is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral researcher. The project focuses on achieving a mechanistic understanding of how flaviviruses and alphaviruses manipulate host cell membranes to create replication organelles. The successful candidate will work within a dynamic, collaborative environment with access to world-class imaging and electron microscopy facilities.

Postdoctoral Position in Virus-Initiated Membrane Remodelling, Umeå University, Sweden

Quick Overview

Research Area

The core research area is virology, cell biology, and membrane biochemistry. Specifically, the project investigates virus-initiated membrane remodelling to resolve how specific lipid species and membrane properties contribute to the formation of small membrane-enclosed spaces where viruses replicate their genomes.

For more details on the scope of the research, you can visit the Lundmark Lab Website or check out Richard Lundmark’s Faculty Presentation.

Eligibility & Qualifications

Mandatory Requirements:

• A PhD or a foreign qualification deemed equivalent to a doctorate in Cell Biology or Virology (must be completed by the time the appointment decision is made).
• Extensive practical experience with real-time fluorescence microscopy and quantitative image analysis.
• Practical experience in cloning, protein and lipid biochemistry, and working with viruses.
• Documented excellent knowledge of both written and spoken English.
• Ability to conduct independent scientific work and write scientific papers.

Preferred / Useful Qualifications:

• A doctoral degree completed no more than three years before the application deadline (exceptions made for illness, parental leave, clinical practice, or trade union roles).
• A strong background in working with lipid membranes, membrane-associated proteins, or membrane remodelling processes.
• Practical experience in electron microscopy.
• Genuine enthusiasm for the research field, strong organizational skills, and a collaborative mindset.

Job Description / Work Responsibilities

The postdoctoral researcher will be responsible for:

• Culturing and analysing mammalian cell models for viral infection.
• Designing and developing infection models for flaviviruses and alphaviruses.
• Generating and analysing reconstituted membrane model systems.
• Conducting lipid and protein biochemistry experiments.
• Utilizing advanced live-cell fluorescence microscopy, including TIRF and SIM techniques.
• Designing and establishing automated workflows for quantitative image analysis.
• Performing correlative light and electron microscopy (CLEM) analysis.

How to Apply

Applications must be written in English and submitted electronically through the university’s e-recruitment system, Varbi.

Your application package must include:

1. A brief description of your research interests and a statement detailing why you are interested in this specific position.
2. An updated CV.
3. A complete list of publications.
4. Degree certificates from your doctoral studies and other relevant degrees.
5. Contact details for two professional reference persons.

To submit your application directly, please access the official portal on the Umeå University Open Positions Page.

Last Date for Apply

August 1, 2026

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