Project Assistant in Breast and Lung Cancer

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Workplace Description

The research group for breast and lung cancer operates at Medicion Village, alongside other groups belonging to Lund University Cancer Center.

The group's research focuses on improving the molecular understanding of breast and lung cancer and translating research findings into clinical diagnostics. By characterizing the genomic, transcriptional, and DNA methylation landscape in different subgroups of tumors, both in our own and public cohorts, we seek new molecular subgroups of potential clinical relevance, additional targets for synergistic treatment, prognostic and/or predictive markers.

We are a diverse group with various backgrounds in molecular biology, medicine, bioinformatics, working interdisciplinary and closely with the clinic. We have partners both nationally and internationally and strive for a research environment that is enriching, open, and creative.

We are now looking for a project assistant at 100% between April 16 and June 15, 2026.

We Offer

Lund University is a government authority, which means you will 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

As a project assistant, you will work on studying specific genes that are important for the regulation of central tumorigenic processes in breast and lung cancer, as well as managing clinical lung cancer samples within the framework of a clinical study conducted by the group.

Your main tasks will include:

• Mapping the role of target genes in tumorigenic processes by studying these in relevant cancer cell lines.
• Mapping cellular interactions and underlying molecular mechanisms.
• Managing clinical samples.

You will work with methods such as general cell culture and functional assays, siRNA experiments, CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing, as well as RNA/DNA/protein assays. The role also includes responsibility for some laboratory organization and administrative tasks. Other tasks within the role may be added.

Qualifications

Requirements for the position are:

• Master's degree in molecular biology.
• Experience in cell culture.
• Experience working with tumor organoids.
• Experience in cancer-related research.
• Ability to plan experiments, work independently, and keep accurate records.
• Good collaboration and communication skills.
• Very good knowledge of English, both spoken and written.

Meritorious:

• Practical experience with siRNA experiments and other gene modulation methods.
• Broad experience with functional assays in the context of cell culture.
• Good knowledge and practical experience of basic molecular methods for RNA/protein expression.
• Good knowledge of lung cancer.

Other

The position is a SÄVA (special fixed-term employment) at 100% during the period from April 16 to June 15, 2026. The desired start date is April 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 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, as well as any other documents you wish to submit (copies of grades, references, recommendation letters, etc.)

Warmly welcome your application!

The Faculty of Medicine is an area of operation within Lund University, responsible for education and research in medicine, care, and health. The 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-oriented clinical research, and health science research. The Faculty of Medicine, with over 1,800 employees and 3,000 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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