Department of Animal Bioveterinary Sciences

We are looking for someone who enjoys laboratory work such as DNA sequencing, fermentation cultivation of E. coli, and purification of recombinant proteins, as well as protein analyses using gel techniques and ELISA. Part of the role also involves bioinformatics analyses of bacterial genomes and proteins.

About the job

The main task is molecular biology development work in the field of bacteriology, focusing on pathogenic bacteria such as Streptococcus suis, Streptococcus equi, and Staphylococcus aureus, but other pathogens may also be included, with the primary aim of developing new recombinant vaccines in close collaboration with a Swedish veterinary medicine company. The position involves a significant amount of laboratory work such as DNA sequencing of bacterial genomes, fermentation cultivation of E. coli, and purification of recombinant proteins using ÄKTA systems, protein analyses with gel techniques, and method development. A substantial part of the role is also bioinformatics.

Your background

Docent competence in a relevant subject for the position is required. You should have experience in protein expression in E. coli and purification of recombinant proteins, as well as methods to study these proteins such as SDS-PAGE and ELISA methods. You should have experience in DNA sequencing and possess bioinformatics competence to process and analyze results from sequencing projects. We also welcome experience with relevant bioinformatics tools for DNA and protein structure such as AlphaFold.

Experience with fermentation cultivation of E. coli and protein purification using systems such as ÄKTA is also meritorious. Knowledge and practical experience of Real-time polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) is also an asset. You should have a genuine interest in bacteriology and vaccine development, and enjoy combining extensive laboratory work with bioinformatics analysis.

We will place great emphasis on personal qualities such as commitment, creativity, responsibility, independence, as well as initiative and organizational skills. We work in a small group where we collaborate daily. Therefore, it is important that you have good communication skills and are easy to collaborate with. For the position, it is required that you master English in both spoken and written form, in addition to Swedish, as we work internationally.

About us

The Department of Animal Bioveterinary Sciences is part of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science and is responsible for education and research in several fundamental and applied scientific areas. These areas include anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pathology, pharmacology, toxicology, genetics, breeding, immunology, bacteriology, virology, parasitology, epizootiology, comparative medicine, food safety, bioinformatics, and One Health.

Our research encompasses everything from production animals to sport and companion animals, laboratory animals, and wildlife. The department's researchers work across the spectrum from molecular mechanisms and microbiology to the structure, function, and behavior of animals, and how these are affected by breeding, physical activity, management, production, stress, environmental factors, and diseases.

For more information about the department or the division, visit: https://www.slu.se/om-slu/organisation/institutioner/husdjurens-biovetenskaper/ (https://www.slu.se/om-slu/organisation/institutioner/husdjurens-biovetenskaper/)

Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at SLU at https://www.slu.se/om-slu/jobba-pa-slu/ (https://www.slu.se/om-slu/jobba-pa-slu/)

Location:

Uppsala

Employment type:

Permanent position. SLU may apply a probationary period.

Extent:

50%

Start date:

By agreement. February 1, 2026.

Application:

Welcome with your application via the application button below by 2025-12-23.

The position is offered to the candidate who, after a qualitative overall assessment, is deemed to have the best conditions to carry out and develop the current tasks and contribute to a positive development of the operations.

Union contact persons:

https://internt.slu.se/min-anstallning/facket/kontaktpersoner/ (https://internt.slu.se/min-anstallning/facket/kontaktpersoner/)

Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) plays a key role in the development of sustainable life, based on science and education. Through our focus on the interactions between humans, animals, and ecosystems, and responsible use of natural resources, we contribute to sustainable societal development and good living conditions on our planet. Main locations are Alnarp, Umeå, and Uppsala, but operations are also conducted at research stations, experimental parks, and educational sites across the country.

SLU has over 4000 employees, 6000 students and doctoral students, and a turnover of over 4.5 billion SEK. The university invests in attractive environments on its campuses. We strive for an equal and inclusive working environment where open conversations between people with different experiences lay the foundation for scientific quality, creativity, and development. We therefore welcome individuals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to apply for the current position.