Summary:
Join the multidisciplinary research group at the Department of Microbiology, Tumor and Cell Biology (MTC) at Karolinska Institutet, exploring the gut microbiome’s role in colon cancer through cutting-edge proteomics and bioinformatics techniques.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Proteomics, Solna, Stockholms län, Sweden
Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher
Table:
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Microbiome, Metabolome, Host Interaction, Cancer |
| Location | Solna, Stockholms län, Sweden |
| Type of Employment | Temporary position |
| Contract Type | Full time |
| Salary | Månadslön |
| Number of Positions | 1 |
| First Day of Employment | According to agreement |
| Reference Number | STÖD 2-1516/2026 |
| Published | 10 April 2026 |
| Last Application Date | 1 May 2026 |
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD or foreign degree equivalent to a Swedish PhD, ideally completed within the last three years.
- Strong background in cancer biology, molecular biology, and microbiology.
- Proven publication record.
- Very good command of the English language (written and spoken).
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Experience in basic bioinformatics is required; experience in cancer metabolism and model systems is meritorious.
Job Description:
The successful applicant will:
- Investigate the tumorigenicity of specific metabolites in cancer through both in vitro and in vivo models.
- Perform various cell biology and omics experiments, combined with creative biochemistry and molecular biology approaches.
- Generate and validate experimental targets and mechanisms of microbes and metabolites influencing cancer growth.
- Collaborate with the research team, supervise students, write papers and grants, and present findings at meetings.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates must submit the following documents in English or Swedish:
- PhD certificate
- Complete resumé including thesis defense date, title, previous academic positions, academic distinctions, and committee work
- Complete list of publications
- Summary of current work (maximum one page)
Applications are to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system.
Last Date for Apply:
1 May 2026
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