Area of Activity Academic Laboratory

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Our Operations – MKG

Molecular Diagnostics and Clinical Genetics (MKG) is an expansive and highly specialized operation at Rudbeck Laboratory. We are accredited according to ISO 15189:2022 and conduct diagnostics of both congenital and acquired genetic abnormalities and offer genetic counseling.

At MKG, you will work in an accredited environment where laboratory analyses have direct significance for the patient's diagnosis and ongoing care. About 120 employees work here in a dynamic environment focused on quality, development, and collaboration. You will become part of a competent team with experienced colleagues and work with advanced molecular biological methods in close collaboration with clinical geneticists and physicians.

We offer a structured introduction, opportunities for professional development, and good conditions to contribute to improvement and quality work in an organization that is constantly evolving.

The Molecular Pathology and Genetics Unit

We are now looking for a licensed biomedical analyst or equivalent competence in laboratory science for the Molecular Pathology and Genetics unit at MKG. The position is a full-time temporary position with the possibility of extension. The unit consists of about 25 employees and works with analyses of patient and research samples using advanced molecular biological methods, such as sequencing (NGS), ddPCR, and prenatal diagnostics.

As a biomedical analyst with us, you will participate in the daily laboratory work and also be responsible for maintaining and further developing our quality system. The work is carried out in close collaboration with clinical geneticists, physicians, and other professional categories.

Qualifications and Personal Characteristics

We are looking for someone who is a licensed biomedical analyst or has equivalent competence in laboratory science. To succeed in the role, we would like you to have:

Formal Requirements

• Licensure as a biomedical analyst or equivalent competence
• Experience in laboratory work
• Very good ability to express yourself in Swedish in speech and writing
• Very good computer skills

Meritorious

• Experience working in an accredited environment
• Interest in laboratory instruments and technical equipment
• Experience with sequencing methods

Personal Characteristics

• Detail-oriented and quality-conscious
• Ability to work independently, make decisions, and handle a high level of adaptability
• Flexible, responsive, and collaborative
• Good ability to quickly familiarize yourself with new tasks.

We Offer

The employment is a full-time temporary position until 2026-09-30, with the possibility of extension. Start date is according to agreement. With us, you will receive benefits that make a difference, read about the benefits here (https://regionuppsala.se/jobba-hos-oss/bli-var-nya-kollega/formaner/).

Want to Know More?

For more information, please contact:
Keyvan Elhami, department manager, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) 018-617 38 74
Rita Borgmästars, deputy operations manager, 018-612 20 19
Union organizations can be reached via the switchboard 018-611 00 00

Want to Work with Us?

Welcome with your application via the link below. Selection is ongoing, so do not wait to submit your application.

Region Uppsala values the qualities that equal gender distribution and diversity bring to the organization and welcomes applicants of all genders and with different backgrounds, abilities, and life experiences.

Region Uppsala places all permanent staff based on the needs of total defense. This means that for the individual employee, there are no obligations in peacetime but is solely a planning measure.

Before a hiring decision, a check of suspicion and criminal records will be conducted for all applicants who may work in psychiatric care, habilitation, care of children and youth, or compulsory care of substance abusers, areas that are subject to optional record extracts. This applies to all who will work closely with patients, even if the tasks are not primarily intended to involve work with the above-mentioned patient groups.

This recruitment is conducted entirely through Region Uppsala's management, and we kindly ask recruitment companies and ad sellers not to call.