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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 the pharmaceutical sciences. More information about the department and its activities can be found at uu.se/farmbio.

Description

We are looking for a licensed Biomedical Laboratory Scientist (BMLS) to expand our team. The position is located at the Department of Pharmaceutical Biosciences at the Biomedical Centre (BMC), Uppsala University, and is shared between the research group Pharmaceutical Bioinformatics and the Uppsala node of the Chemical Biology Consortium Sweden (http://cbcs.se/), which is a unit within Science for Life Laboratory (SciLifeLab).

You will work in a laboratory environment with a focus on conducting and supporting cell-based experiments as part of the unit's and research group's activities. The role also includes practical and administrative tasks that are important for the smooth daily operation of the lab. You will be part of an interdisciplinary team and work in close collaboration with research staff with complementary expertise in cell biology, image analysis, data analysis, artificial intelligence, and computer science. The research group strives for a high degree of automation within laboratory activities. Handling of clinical samples occurs within the work, which is why a license as a biomedical laboratory scientist is a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Routine cell culture and maintenance of cell cultures
• Preparation and execution of cell-based experiments according to established protocols
• Sample handling and quality assurance
• Maintenance and minor servicing of laboratory instruments
• Purchasing of consumables and reagents, as well as inventory management
• Documentation and administrative tasks related to laboratory activities

Qualifications

• Licence as a Biomedical Laboratory Scientist
• At least 2 years of practical experience in cell culture and cell-based assays
• Experience in using and maintaining laboratory instruments
• Experience working with microplate formats
• Detail-oriented, structured, and responsible
• Service-oriented with good collaborative skills
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written

Merits

• Experience with fluorescence microscopy or high-content imaging
• Experience in laboratory administration and purchasing
• Experience in laboratory automation

Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability. We are looking for someone who thrives with routine-based laboratory work, takes responsibility for their tasks, and contributes to a good work climate. The applicant must have excellent collaboration skills, initiative, and good communication skills. As a person, you should be flexible, creative, and service-oriented. You should also be quality-conscious and goal- and result-oriented.

About the position

The position is permanent, with a probationary period possibly applicable. The position is full-time. Start date: 2026-09-01 or by agreement.

Location: Uppsala.

Information about the position is provided by Professor Ola Spjuth, email: [email protected]

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

Please submit your application by [Date missing in original, please fill in], UFV-PA 2026/1976

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 commitment, make Uppsala University one of the country's most exciting workplaces.

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. In the event of a security clearance, a prerequisite for employment is that the applicant is approved.

We decline offers of recruitment and advertising assistance.

Applications are received in Uppsala University's recruitment system.

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