Project Assistant in Systemic Radiation Therapy

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Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Gender equality, equal opportunities, and diversity are fundamental principles for all parts of our operations.

Workplace Description

The Laboratory for Systemic Radiation Therapy at the Department of Clinical Sciences, Lund, within the Faculty of Medicine, conducts research in radiation biology as well as radionuclide therapy and diagnostics.

We value a work environment characterized by collaboration and open communication, where different opinions are respected. As a workplace, we strive for a positive work environment with mutual respect.

We are now looking for a full-time project assistant for our research group, starting on 14th February or by agreement, until 31st May 2026.

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 a balance between work and leisure. Read more on the university's website about being employed at Lund University here (https://www.lu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss).

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Cell culture
• Flow cytometry
• Western blot
• In vivo experiments - tumor measurement, weighing, health checks, subcutaneous implantation
• Immunohistochemistry

Qualifications

Requirements for the position are:

• Master's degree in biology, medicine, biotechnology, or equivalent
• Previous experience in flow cytometry, cell culture of human cells, immunohistochemistry, and in vitro therapies.
• Knowledge of stem cell markers in cancer
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• A strong interest in research

Desirable qualifications for the position are:

• Course in animal handling
• Knowledge in tumor biology and advanced cancer biology
• Knowledge of radiation protection and handling of open radiation sources
• Experience in laboratory work, preferably outside of education

Other

The position is a SÄVA (special fixed-term employment) at 100%, with a desired start date of 14th February 2026, or by agreement, until 31st May.

How to Apply

The position is applied for via the university's recruitment system. The application should include a cover letter explaining why you are interested in the position and how the position matches your qualifications. The application should also include a CV, degree certificate or equivalent, and any other documents you wish to submit (copies of grades, references, recommendation letters, etc.)

We warmly welcome your application!

The Faculty of Medicine is an operational area within Lund University, responsible for education and research in medicine, care, and health. Education takes place in close collaboration with healthcare and is well anchored in the faculty's strong research tradition. The faculty's research spans a wide field within experimental basic research, patient-centered clinical research, and health sciences 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 all over the world.

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