Job Advertisement: Researcher in Clinical Sciences

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Workplace Description

The research is conducted at the Department of Clinical Sciences, Lund University, under the leadership of Professor Sandra Lindstedt.

The activities have a clear clinical and translational focus on lung transplantation and the development and evaluation of advanced therapies for lung diseases, including advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs). The research group is part of the Wallenberg Centre for Molecular Medicine (WCMM) and Lund Stem Cell Center, offering an international, inclusive, and sustainable research environment with excellent opportunities for collaboration and professional development. The work is conducted in a modern research environment with access to state-of-the-art infrastructure and equipment that enables advanced experimental and analytical methods.

Within the research group, we value a good work environment with respect and care in our relationships with each other and strive for a workplace that is experienced as developing and stimulating for all employees. We constantly work to create conditions for job satisfaction, development, and participation for all employees. We care about both physical safety and the psychosocial work environment.

We Offer

Lund University is a government agency, which means you receive special benefits, generous vacation, and a favorable occupational pension. We also have a flexible working hours agreement that creates good conditions for work-life balance. Read more on the university's website about being employed at Lund University, Work with us.

Job Responsibilities

We are looking for a person to work with the following tasks:

• Support the development of MSC-based ATMPs through the establishment and implementation of standardized quality control analyses (e.g., identity, viability, purity, and function).
• Perform MSC cell culture, including optimization of culture conditions, passaging, cryopreservation, and sample handling.
• Conduct molecular and cellular characterization, process data, and compile and document results.
• Contribute to method development and protocol optimization, including the establishment/update of SOPs and traceable documentation related to ATMP work.
• Participate in translational studies related to mouse and pig models in lung transplantation and acute lung disease, including relevant sampling and analysis in collaboration with the research group.
• Support daily laboratory operations (planning, materials/logistics) and contribute to a safe, well-organized, and inclusive work environment.

Other tasks may also be included.

Qualifications

Requirements for the position are:

• Bachelor's degree (equivalent to Bachelor of Science) in molecular biology, biotechnology, or equivalent.
• Documented laboratory experience in ATMPs, cell and/or molecular biology, including cell culture (primary cells and/or cell lines).
• Experience with standardized analyses relevant to quality control in cell-based projects, e.g., viability, cell phenotype/identity, and simpler functional assays.
• Good familiarity with structured documentation, data management, and sample traceability, as well as working according to established protocols/SOPs.
• Ability to work meticulously and independently, with good collaboration skills and a communicative working style.

Desirable qualifications for the position are:

• Education in stem cell biology, immunology, or regenerative medicine.
• Experience with flow cytometry, qPCR, ELISA, and/or immunostaining/microscopy as part of cell characterization and quality control.
• Experience in method development, protocol optimization, and establishment/update of SOPs.
• Experience in preclinical work or sample handling related to mouse models and/or pig models, preferably within lung/transplantation-related issues.
• Experience working in quality systems or GMP-related environments (e.g., batch documentation, material traceability, and deviation management).
• Excellent ability to communicate in English, both written and spoken, including scientific writing and presentations.

Other

The position is a fixed-term employment for 12 months with a workload of 100%. Desired start date is February 16, 2026, or by agreement.

How to Apply

The position is applied for via 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, recommendation letters, etc.)

Welcome with your application!

The Department of Clinical Sciences in Lund (IKVL) is one of six departments at the Faculty of Medicine, Lund University. The department has extensive collaboration, both within the faculty and with other units at the university. IKVL also has a well-developed collaboration with Skåne University Hospital (SUS) and Region Skåne, as well as with the surrounding community and industry. This is to promote clinical and experimental translational research, development, and education.

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 anchored in the faculty's strong research tradition. The faculty's research spans a wide field of experimental basic research, patient-centered 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.

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