Postdoctoral Researcher in Cancer Biology at Lund University

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Workplace Description

The research group for endocrine cell differentiation and function at the Department of Laboratory Medicine within the Faculty of Medicine is currently conducting research on pancreatic cancer and endocrine cell differentiation and is a leader in its field.

The research group is currently working on how Hox genes regulate cancer cell biology. You can read more about the project on our website: https://www.ludc.lu.se/research/endocrine-cell-differentiation-and-function (https://www.ludc.lu.se/research/endocrine-cell-differentiation-and-function)

The research group is led by university lecturer Isabella Artner and consists of three additional members. The group is international and includes research, administrative, and technical functions. We are now looking for a driven and experienced researcher in cancer biology who can support the project. As a workplace, we value a positive work environment with respect and care in our relationships.

We Offer

Lund University is a government agency, which means that employees have special benefits, generous vacation, and a favorable occupational pension solution. Read more on the university's website about working at Lund University: https://www.lu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss (https://www.lu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss).

Job Responsibilities and Areas of Responsibility

The research assignment involves independently conducting analysis and validation of transcriptomics in pancreatic cancer cells under the guidance of the project leader. The analysis includes cell culture, gene expression analysis, histology, and work with animal models. The tasks also include data analysis, FACS, ChIP-seq, and immunohistochemistry. You will also publish articles in scientific journals, contribute at conferences, and assist with other tasks as required by the project.

Qualifications

Requirements for employment are:

• PhD in developmental biology or a related field
• Experience in research within pancreatic cancer biology
• Experience in transcriptomic analysis of cancer cells, including functional validation, work with relevant cell culture systems, and molecular biology
• Experience working with animal models
• Ability to conduct independent research at an advanced level
• Excellent command of English
• Good analytical skills, drive, and good collaboration skills

Desirable qualifications for the position are:

• Experience in dissection and histological analysis of animal models
• Previous experience in research within similar projects

Research competence is the primary criterion for employment. When assessing applicants, consideration will be given to their research profile, experience, and knowledge.

Additional Information

The position is a fixed-term employment for 2 years, with the possibility of extension up to 3 years. Start date 2026-03-01 or by agreement.

Eligibility

To be eligible for employment as a postdoctoral researcher, the applicant must have obtained a PhD, or a foreign degree deemed equivalent to a PhD, in a subject area relevant to the position (i.e., biology, biomedicine, medicine, chemistry). The degree must have been obtained no more than three years before the date of the employment decision. If there are special reasons, the PhD may have been obtained earlier.

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, including a publication list, a general description of previous research work, a copy of the PhD degree, and any other documents you wish to submit (copies of diplomas, transcripts, references, recommendation letters, etc.).

The Faculty of Medicine is an area of operation within Lund University, responsible for education and research in medicine, care, and health. Education is conducted in close collaboration with healthcare and is well-rooted in the faculty's strong research tradition. The faculty's research spans a wide field within experimental basic research, patient-oriented clinical research, and health science research. The Faculty of Medicine, with over 1,800 employees and 2,700 students in Lund, Malmö, and Helsingborg, is an intensive knowledge meeting place for students, teachers, and researchers from around the world.

The Department of Laboratory Medicine (ILM) is one of six departments at the Faculty of Medicine. We conduct leading research within the laboratory medicine field, focusing on how diseases arise and how we can improve patient diagnostics and treatment. Some of our strongest areas of world-class research include cancer, genetics, and blood research.

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