Postdoctoral Researcher in Cancer Therapy: The “Cancer Therapy” group at the Karolinska Institutet – SciLifeLab, led by Prof. Oscar Fernandez-Capetillo, is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with expertise in cell and molecular biology. The successful candidate will join an international team focused on discovering new medicines to treat cancer and other age-related diseases. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with leading research groups both nationally and internationally.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Cancer Therapy (Scholarship)
Job Summary Table
| Title | Postdoctoral Researcher in Cancer Therapy (Scholarship) |
|---|---|
| Designation | Postdoctoral Researcher |
| Research Area | Cancer Therapy |
| Location | SciLifeLab Solna, Karolinska Institutet, Sweden |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Recent Ph.D. in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or similar |
| Job Description | Conducting genetic and chemical screens, training junior group members, independent research |
| How to Apply | Submit application on Varbi recruitment system |
| Last Date for Apply | June 30, 2024, 11:59 PM CEST |
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area
Cancer Therapy
Location
SciLifeLab Solna, Karolinska Institutet, Sweden
Eligibility/Qualification
- Recent Ph.D. in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
- Background in senescence, cell cycle, DNA damage signaling, or neurodegeneration is a merit.
- Strong motivation and the ability to independently drive scientific research projects.
- Experience in cell-based phenotypic screens and training junior members is preferred.
- Excellent scientific merit as demonstrated by publications, experience, and other relevant research merits.
- Eligibility for postdoctoral scholarships, established for foreign researchers in Sweden.
- Doctorate degree obtained within four years prior to the application or completed before the start date.
Job Description
The selected postdoctoral scientist will:
- Conduct high-content imaging and genetic and chemical screens to discover new therapeutic strategies.
- Independently drive research projects using cell and molecular biology techniques.
- Train and support junior group members.
- Contribute to the group’s scientific output through writing and presenting research findings.
How to Apply
An application must include the following documents in English or Swedish:
- Complete curriculum vitae, including date of the thesis defense, title of the thesis, previous academic positions, academic distinctions, and committee work.
- Complete list of publications.
- Summary of current work (no more than one page).
Submit the application via the Varbi recruitment system.
Last Date for Apply
June 30, 2024, 11:59 PM CEST
For further information, visit: Oscar Fernandez-Capetillo Group
First day of employment: Upon agreement
Salary: Scholarship
Reference number: STÖD 2-2325/2024
