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Job Responsibilities

Life science is undergoing a transformation, shifting from a largely descriptive and data-collection discipline to one driven by quantitative molecular data. This comprehensive and complex data landscape forms the foundation for using artificial intelligence to predict living systems.

SciLifeLab is at the forefront of this data and AI transformation. Through its strategic research program Alpha Cell, SciLifeLab will leverage the convergence of advanced artificial intelligence, large collections of molecular data, and groundbreaking imaging techniques to map cells at a molecular scale and develop predictive AI-based cell models. The program is funded by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation.

The program seeks a Technical Research Specialist to lead a team of research engineers and data scientists in generating and processing high-resolution cell images using advanced imaging methods, including volume electron microscopy and super-resolution microscopy. The position reports to Jan Ellenberg, one of the program's principal investigators.

The role requires the ability to work in a goal- and results-oriented manner within an environment under construction where conditions may change over time.

Qualifications

Requirements

• PhD in Bioengineering or a foreign degree assessed as equivalent to a PhD in a relevant field.
• Documented experience leading multidisciplinary teams, including strategic planning and responsibility for budget and resource allocation in research projects.
• Research expertise in microscopy techniques (FIB-SEM) and the development or optimization of these methods.
• Experience applying advanced imaging techniques to study ultrastructures of subcellular organelles in cells.
• Experience in collecting, managing, analyzing, and disseminating large datasets related to light and electron microscopy.
• Documented experience in developing 2D and 3D image data and machine learning-based analysis methods in a research environment, as well as developing Open Data platforms.
• Excellent English skills in both speech and writing, as all communication within the position is conducted in English.

Personal Attributes:

• Flexible and solution-oriented.
• Strong leadership skills and strategic thinking.
• Communicative and able to create engagement within teams.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt strategy and working methods based on changing conditions.
• Experience in developing and leading operations and personnel through change processes while ensuring progress and results.
• Ability to advocate for the utilization of research results.

Merits

• Postdoctoral experience in cell biology.
• Documented experience in building and maintaining multidisciplinary research networks.
• Experience in developing and applying computational methods and software tools for the analysis of biological or biomedical data.
• Ability to communicate about research and development work.
• We are looking for someone who can work independently while possessing strong collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of diversity and equal treatment issues with a special focus on gender equality.

We will place great emphasis on personal attributes.

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Application

Apply via KTH's recruitment system. As an applicant, you are primarily responsible for ensuring your application is complete when submitted.

The application must include:

• CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.

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

About the Employment

The employment is permanent according to agreement.

The employment begins with a six-month probation period.

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