Postdoctoral position in stem cell biology

Umeå University is one of Sweden’s largest higher education institutions with over 37 000 students and about 4 700 employees. The University offers a diversity of high-quality education and world-leading research in several fields. And the groundbreaking discovery of the CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing tool, which was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, was made here. At Umeå University, everything is close. Our cohesive campuses make it easy to meet, work together and exchange knowledge, which promotes a dynamic and open culture.

The ongoing societal transformation and large green investments in northern Sweden create enormous opportunities and complex challenges. For Umeå University, conducting research about – and in the middle of – a society in transition is what it is all about. But also about delivering education to enable regions to expand quickly and sustainably. This is simply where the future is built.

The Department of Integrative Medical Biology at Umeå University announces a post doc position in stem cell biology. The employment is a fixed-term position on full-time positioned in Umeå, starting 2023-06-01 or upon agreement. 

Description

The applicant will work in the Laboratory of Neural Repair and Cellular Therapy. The research group consists of basic scientists and clinical researchers who have overarching research interests in regenerative medicine, with particular focus on spinal cord and peripheral nerve injury. Projects involve work in different aspects of tissue engineering using both in vitro and in vivo model systems. We are looking for an enterprising person who wants to contribute to ongoing projects and also be encouraged to actively develop new lines of research in the field.

Work responsibilities

The role of the new postdoc in the project would be to lead experimental research studies under the supervision of the group leader, as well as to support junior staff in adjoining projects. The position will include a lot of challenging bench-work, as well as independent work on project design and advanced data analysis. 

Eligibility

A person who has been awarded a doctorate or a foreign qualification deemed to be the equivalent of a doctorate in stem cell biology is eligible to apply. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time at which the appointment decision is made. We are looking for someone with technical expertise in cell culture, basic methods in histology and molecular biology, and in vivo experimental models. Experience of working in projects focussed on either i) stem cells and cancer or ii) stem cells for regenerative medicine is highly merited. You shall be proficient in spoken English and have prior experience of writing reports/manuscripts in English.

Additional useful qualifications

Since appointment as a postdoctoral researcher is a career-development position for junior researchers, we are primarily interested in applicants who completed their doctoral degree no more than three years before the application deadline. If there are special reasons, an applicant who has completed their degree earlier than that may be considered. Special reasons include absence due to illness, parental leave, clinical practice, appointments of trust for a trade union organisation or other similar circumstances, and for relevant duties/assignments within the subject area.

More information about the position

The appointment is a full-time, fixed-term position for two years in accordance with the terms of contract for fixed-term employment as a postdoctoral researcher starting 2023-06-01 or upon agreement.

Application

The application must be written in English or Swedish and must be made via our e-recruitment system Varbi no later thatn 2023-04-16. The application must include:

• A brief cover letter (about one page) that describes the applicant’s research experience, research interests, and suitability for the project.
• CV (Curriculum vitae) including information about academic degrees (with verifications), technical expertise, employments, list of publications, and names and contact information for two references.

Further information

For more information, please contact  associate professor Paul Kingham, Department of Integrative Medical Biology, Umeå University, paul.kingham@umu.se 

We look forward to receiving your application!