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Job description
A research engineer position is announced at the cell biophysics unit at the Unit of Biophysics, Department of Applied Physics, KTH Engineering Sciences in Stockholm (Sweden) within the subject area of super resolution imaging in life science. The research group led by Ilaria Testa is focused on developing the next generation super resolution light microscopes approaches. Our technology featuring high spatial and temporal resolution will allow minimal invasive imaging of molecular complexes and organelles in their cellular environment. The applicant will investigate the dynamics and protein composition of neuronal organelles in living neurons. Special effort will be dedicated to develop new experimental pipeline for acquisition and quantification of the super resolved imaging data.
The laboratory is located at the Science for Life Laboratory in Solna. Science for Life Laboratory is a national research center in Molecular Biosciences jointly operated by KTH, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm and Uppsala University.
Information about our research group and our research interests and projects can be found at https://www.scilifelab.se/researchers/ilaria-testa/ and testalab.org .
What we offer
- A position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future.
- Engaged and ambitious colleagues along with a creative, international and dynamic working environment
- Work in Stockholm, in close proximity to nature
- Help to relocate and get settled in Sweden and at KTH .
Read more about what it is like to work at KTH
Qualifications
Requirements
- A graduate degree or an advanced level (higher education) in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology or equivalent competence.
- With good oral and written communication skills in English, as required in daily work.
Preferred qualifications
- Experience in Imaging analysis, Light Microscopy applications and Cell culture are strong assets
- Knowledge and skills that are meritorious for the position
- Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality
- Collaborative abilities
- Independence
The candidate we are seeking is:
- Motivated and Curious
- Collaborative and Inclusive
- Independent
Great emphasis will be placed on personal competency.
Trade union representatives
You will find contact information to trade union representatives at KTH's webbpage .
Application
Log into KTH's recruitment system in order to apply to this position. You are the main responsible to ensure that your application is complete according to the ad.
The application must include:
- CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
- Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
Your complete application must be received by KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).
About the employment
The employment is valid for a limited time according to the agreement - for up to 6 months, with access according to agreement.
Other information
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Disclaimer: In case of discrepancy between the Swedish original and the English translation of the job announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence.
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