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Do you want to work in research, supported by competent and friendly colleagues in an international environment? Do you want an employer that invests in sustainable employment and offers secure, advantageous working conditions? You are welcome to apply for a position as a Research Assistant at the Department of Pharmaceutical Biosciences at Uppsala University.

Department of Pharmaceutical Biosciences

The Department of Pharmaceutical Biosciences is an interdisciplinary environment where 10 research areas work to contribute to better medicines and a healthier world. With laboratories at the heart of Uppsala Biomedical Centre and Sweden's only Faculty of Pharmacy, we form a vital engine in the development of education and research within pharmaceutical sciences. More information about the department and its activities can be found at www.farmbio.uu.se (http://www.farmbio.uu.se).

Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at Uppsala University.

Responsibilities

PK, PD, or PKPD analysis of data within tuberculosis treatment using pharmacometric methods.

Qualifications

• A Master's degree in pharmaceutical sciences, civil engineering with a focus on pharmaceuticals (minimum 240 credits), or alternatively a Master's program in pharmaceutical modeling or drug development, including courses in pharmacokinetics, physiology, pharmacology, modeling, and programming (e.g., in R and NONMEM).
• Experience with pharmacometric software such as NONMEM is essential.
• Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English, as well as good documentation skills.

Merits

Personal motivation and interest in PKPD modeling are highly meritorious. Skills in problem-solving, an analytical approach, and numerical analytical ability.

About the Position

The position is fixed-term until 2026-12-31. The position is full-time. Start date 2026-06-22 or by agreement.

For information about the position, please contact: Researcher Ilse Dubbelboer, email [email protected]

For questions regarding the employment: Administrative Manager Marina Rönngren, email [email protected]

Please submit your application by June 15, 2026. Reference: UFV-PA 2026/1838

Uppsala University is a broad research university with a strong international standing. The ultimate goal is to conduct education and research of the highest quality and relevance to make a difference in society. Our most important asset is all 7,500 employees and 53,000 students who, with curiosity and engagement, make Uppsala University one of the most exciting workplaces in the country.

Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at Uppsala University: https://uu.se/om-uu/jobba-hos-oss/ (https://uu.se/om-uu/jobba-hos-oss/)

The position may be subject to a security clearance. A prerequisite for employment in case of security clearance is that the applicant is approved.

We decline offers of recruitment and advertising assistance.

Applications are received through Uppsala University's recruitment system.

Union Representatives: Saco-S - [email protected], Seko - [email protected], ST (OFR/S) - [email protected]

Open to all. We focus on your competence, not your other prerequisites. We are open to adapting the role or workplace to your needs.