Project Assistants in Cellular Reprogramming and Immune Dysfunction

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Workplace Description

The cellular reprogramming group in hematopoiesis and immunity studies how hematopoietic cells are specified, maintained, and ultimately modified or reversed.

Inspired by stem cell biology, immunology, and cancer research, we use an interdisciplinary approach to mechanistically understand hematopoietic and immune cell identities and translate our findings into new gene and cell therapies. Our group is now recruiting two full-time project assistants who will work on using cellular reprogramming as an approach to study immune dysfunction.

We Offer

We are a diverse group of molecular biologists, medical doctors, pharmacy doctors, tumor immunologists, stem cell biologists, and computational scientists - at all career stages. At the Pereira laboratory, we see science as an opportunity to have fun while exploring the unknown, while also making unique contributions to society. Our interdisciplinary approach draws inspiration from the fields of immunology, developmental biology, stem cells, cancer biology, and bioinformatics, leading to new discoveries. This requires diversity and teamwork both within the lab and with our global academic and industrial partners. We view collaboration and communication as the formula for great science and success, both as a team and as individuals. The Pereira laboratory offers an environment where creative and highly motivated minds can thrive.

Read more on the university's website about being employed here (https://www.lu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss).

Job Responsibilities and Duties

You will work on using cellular reprogramming as an approach to study immune dysfunction. The goal is to reveal the role of dendritic cells in immune dysfunction and use cellular reprogramming as an approach to study it. Specifically, to 1) evaluate DC reprogramming efficiency on cross-presentation after reprogramming a collection of human dermal fibroblasts to induced dendritic cells. Within the project, you will be responsible for performing flow cytometry, immunoassays, and lentiviral production. Your duties will also include organizing in the lab and administrative tasks.

Qualifications

Requirements for the position are:

• Master's degree or equivalent in molecular biology or neuroscience or related field
• Significant experience in cell culture
• Experience in lentivirus production
• Experience in flow cytometry
• Excellent English in both spoken and written form

Great emphasis will be placed on the applicant's professional and personal suitability. We strive to find a candidate who is highly motivated, ambitious, collaborative, independent, and well-structured. We also appreciate a candidate's ability to plan experiments, work independently in the lab, and maintain an organized record. We value good communication and collaboration skills with colleagues and other researchers.

Meritorious for the Position

• Experience with cellular reprogramming methods.
• Attention to detail and time management skills are highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

Other

The position is permanent, full-time with a start date of 2026-02-10 or by agreement. A probationary period of 6 months may apply.

How to Apply

The position is applied for through the university's recruitment system. The application should include a personal letter describing how you meet the qualification requirements and why you are interested in the position. The application should also include a CV and any other documents you wish to submit (copies of diplomas, transcripts, references).

The university applies individual salary setting. Please indicate your salary expectations in your application.

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