Job Responsibilities

Organoids are powerful tools for modeling human biology in vitro, but high variability continues to pose significant challenges.

We are looking for an enthusiastic interdisciplinary researcher who can help us tackle this by integrating advanced machine learning, robotic control, and electrochemical sensing. You will be part of and supported by two dynamic and welcoming research groups, Professor Miliou at Stockholm University (Computer Science) and Professor Winkler at KTH (Micro- and Nanosystems), and be part of the Digital Futures initiative.

In your varied role, you will design, conduct, analyze, and communicate research across multiple areas, which will involve: (a) adapting a liquid handling robot to our requirements and integrating it with sensing capabilities; (b) developing a computational framework that can leverage sensor-based predictive machine learning for robotic control; and (c) evaluating organoid maturation under a series of feeding regimens using qPCR and microscopy. In addition to collaborating with existing team members, you will also mentor junior researchers to help advance the project - with the ultimate goal of significantly reducing variability between and within batches and thereby greatly improving their informational value for both fundamental biomedical research and drug development.

We Offer

An employment at a leading technical university that creates knowledge and competence for a sustainable future
Engaged and ambitious colleagues as well as a creative, international, and dynamic environment

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Qualifications

Requirements

PhD degree or foreign degree equivalent to a PhD in biotechnology, bioinformatics, biology, or related fields. This eligibility requirement must be met by the time the employment decision is made.
Interdisciplinary scientific competence in machine learning and computer science as well as mammalian cell culture, evidenced by a record of significant publications.
Collaboration skills & independence: The ideal candidate has exceptional drive, creativity, and multitasking ability. You should have a deep sense of responsibility, take initiative, and be passionate about your research. You also have the ability to successfully integrate into an interdisciplinary team even at an interpersonal level.
Good communication skills, including fluency in English, both spoken and written, as required in daily work.

Meritorious

At the closing date, no more than three years since obtaining a PhD or a foreign degree assessed as equivalent to a PhD.
Specific expertise in any of the following: iPSC-based organoids, robotic control, electrochemical sensors.
Experience with research grants, and/or teaching/mentoring ability.
Knowledge and awareness of diversity and equal treatment issues with a particular focus on gender equality.
Teaching ability.
Awareness of diversity and equal treatment issues with a particular focus on gender equality.

We will place great emphasis on personal qualities.

Union Representatives

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Application

You apply via KTH's recruitment system. As an applicant, you have the main responsibility for ensuring that your application is complete when submitted.

The application should include:

A letter describing your motivation for this specific project and why you are the right person for the job (maximum one page)
A complete academic CV

The application must be received by KTH no later than the closing date at midnight, CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the Employment

The employment is permanent, but for a maximum of two years.

A fixed-term qualification position (https://www.arbetsgivarverket.se/globalassets/arbetsgivarverket/avtal-och-skrifter/avtal/avtal-om-tidsbegransad-anstallning-som-postdoktor/avtal-om-tidsbegransad-anstallning-som-postdoktor-2021-11-19.pdf) primarily focused on research intended as a first career step after the doctorate.

Miscellaneous

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About KTH

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