Postdoctoral Researcher in Structural Biology: Join Veijo Salo’s research group at the Department of Medical Biochemistry and Biophysics, Karolinska Institutet, to investigate the mechanisms that determine lipid storage and secretion in hepatocytes, crucial to understanding fatty liver disease, obesity, and type 2 diabetes.
Postdoctoral Researcher in In-Cell Structural Biology of Lipid Flux
Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher
Job Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | In-Cell Structural Biology, Lipid Flux |
| Location | Solna, Stockholms län, Sweden |
| Type of Employment | Temporary position |
| Contract Type | Full time |
| Full-time Equivalent | 100% |
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Required:
- Doctoral degree in Cell Biology, Molecular Biosciences, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Structural Biology, or a related field.
- Completion of PhD within the last three years is advantageous.
- Preferred Skills:
- Experience in experimental cell biology or advanced imaging techniques.
- Prior experience with cryo-ET and/or cryo-CLEM.
- Interest in lipid metabolism and membrane biology.
Job Description:
The Nanoscale Lipid Flux Architecture research group seeks to uncover how cells regulate lipid flux and organelle biogenesis. This position entails:
- Developing and applying in-cell cryo-ET methodologies.
- Creating workflows for cryo-CLEM to observe cellular states.
- Analyzing membrane architectures and protein assemblies determining lipid handling.
- Working collaboratively in a world-class imaging environment.
How to Apply:
- Submit the following documents in English:
- A complete CV (including thesis defense date, title, academic positions, distinctions).
- A list of publications.
- A summary of current work (max one page).
- A motivation letter (in English, max one page).
Applications must be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system (not via email).
Last Date to Apply:
January 12, 2026
Contact:
- Research Group Leader: Veijo Salo | Email: veijo.salo@ki.se
- Union Representative: Anurupa Nagchowdhury | Email: anurupa.nagchowdhury@ki.se
Join us to contribute to groundbreaking research and help advance medical science for better health for all!
