Postdoctoral Researcher in Particle Toxicology: The Institute of Environmental Medicine (IMM) at Karolinska Institutet invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Particle Toxicology. This role focuses on advanced research in the effects of metals and particles on human health, primarily through in vitro studies.
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
| Research Area | Location | Eligibility/Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Particle Toxicology | Solna, Sweden | – Ph.D. in toxicology, biology, biochemistry, or equivalent |
| – Experience in in vitro toxicity testing of particles | ||
| – Experience with in vitro 3D models, DNA damage assays, etc. |
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Conduct toxicological studies on particles from fires involving novel materials.
- Analyze human exposure data from firefighters exposed to emissions.
- Engage in all project stages including experimental design, data analysis, and manuscript preparation.
- Employ traditional toxicological assays, toxicogenomics, and new methodologies for cancer potency assessment.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit the following documents in English or Swedish:
- PhD certificate
- Complete résumé including date of thesis defense, title, previous academic positions, and accomplishments
- Complete list of publications
- Summary of current work (max one page)
Applications must be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system.
Last Date to Apply
January 10, 2026
For more information, you may contact:
- Anda Gliga, Associate Professor: anda.gliga@ki.se
- Union Representatives:
- SACO-S: saco@ki.se
- Bodil Moberg, ST-OFR: bodil.moberg@ki.se
- Anne Boström, SEKO: anne.bostrom@ki.se
