Vacant job

We are looking for 1-2 research assistants for a fixed-term position at the Department of Medical Sciences.

Background

The Nutrition-Gut-Brain Axis research group prioritizes human research to understand the interactions between diet, microbiota, gut health, and brain health. The research group collaborates across disciplinary boundaries and has a broad network within both academia and industry.

Responsibilities

We are seeking research assistants who, during the autumn term of 2026, will participate in research activities with the task of supporting ongoing research studies. The tasks vary depending on needs. Examples of tasks include inventorying samples, digitization, preparation of materials for study participants, recruitment of study participants, and laboratory work. Additional tasks may be added. In addition to these duties, the research assistant is expected to conduct their own studies on a full-time basis.

Qualifications

To be eligible for employment as a research assistant, you must be admitted to a first-cycle or second-cycle program and be studying at Örebro University.

We are looking for someone who has shown interest in research questions during your studies. We place emphasis on your personal qualities, such as the ability to work independently, good teamwork skills, a service-oriented attitude, and the ability to prioritize tasks. Since communication regarding research questions often takes place in English, we expect you to be comfortable with this.

Information

The position is 12.5% for approximately 4 months, with a possibility of extension. Start date by agreement. Salary is paid in accordance with the local collective agreement.

Research assistants may be employed for a maximum of one year at a time. The total employment period for a research assistant may not exceed three years.

For further information about the position, please contact research project leader Julia Rode, email: [email protected] or unit manager Alexander Persson, email: [email protected].

At Örebro University, we expect all employees to be open to development and change, take responsibility for their own work effort and quality, show commitment to collaboration and contributing to development, and show respect for others through a constructive and professional approach.

Örebro University actively works for a working environment with equal conditions and values the qualities that diversity brings to the operations.

Application

You apply on our website by clicking the "Apply" button.

A complete application should contain the following electronic documents:

• Cover letter with a short motivation for why you are applying for the position
• CV with a relevant description of combined competencies
• Certificates that strengthen your eligibility (e.g., Ladok transcript)

Only documents written in Swedish, English, Norwegian, or Danish can be assessed. More information for applicants can be found on our Vacant Jobs page: https://www.oru.se/jobba-hos-oss/lediga-jobb/information-for-dig-som-sokande-och-sakkunnig (https://www.oru.se/jobba-hos-oss/lediga-jobb/information-for-dig-som-sokande-och-sakkunnig)

The last day for applications is 2026-07-02. We look forward to receiving your application!

We kindly decline contact with advertisers and staffing agencies in the recruitment process.

In accordance with the National Archives' regulations, we must archive a set of application documents (excluding publications) for two years after the appointment decision has become final.