Vacant job

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is consistently ranked among the world's leading universities. There are approximately 46,000 students and 8,500 employees in Lund, Helsingborg, and Malmö. We are united in our strive to understand, explain, and improve our world and people's conditions.

Workplace Description

Research into lung diseases is conducted at the Lung Biology research group. The research has been at the forefront of the field for several years. The group is led by Professor Gunilla Westergren-Thorsson and consists of both research and technical staff. The operations are located at the Biomedical Centre in Lund.

Within the research group, we value a good work environment characterized by respect and care in our relationships with each other. We strive for a workplace that is experienced as developmental and stimulating for all employees. We constantly work to create conditions for job satisfaction, development, and participation for all employees.

What We Offer

Lund University is a government agency, which means you receive special benefits, generous vacation time, and a favorable pension plan.

Read more on the university's website about working with us: Work with us (#).

Tasks and Responsibilities

The tasks include both administrative and laboratory duties:

• Purchasing and invoice accounting.
• Introduction of new employees and students.
• Work environment and handling of flammable substances.
• Risk assessments.
• Chemical registers.
• Organization and preparation of section meetings.
• Lung dissection.
• Handling fresh human tissue: isolate cells, prepare tissue (fix and freeze).
• Cell culture and participation in laboratory maintenance.

Qualifications

Requirements for the position are:

• Degree as a Biomedical Laboratory Scientist or equivalent.
• Experience working in the procurement portal Primula.
• Experience with systems such as Labguru, Kuben, and Varbi (administrative and economic systems).
• Experience in work environment issues, safety, section meetings, and employment procedures.
• Good knowledge of the lung, lung diseases (such as COPD and IPF), and their extracellular matrix (ECM).
• Good knowledge within histology (immunohistochemistry/fluorescence).
• Good experience in laboratory work and handling of standard equipment.
• Good knowledge in cell culture (cell differentiation, histology).
• Good knowledge in statistics.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to collaborate effectively.

The tasks require a flexible approach and the ability to handle multiple tasks in parallel. You need to have extensive experience with the university's administrative systems and insight into the university's organization. Great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities.

Meritorious qualifications include:

• Completed course as supervisor for flammable substances.
• Completed course in Proceedo.

Other Information

The employment is fixed-term for 1 year (specific fixed-term employment) with an start date of July 1, 2026, or as agreed. The position is 30% of full-time.

How to Apply

The application should include a cover letter describing how you meet the sought qualifications and a CV with listed merits.

About the Faculty of Medicine

The Faculty of Medicine is a business area within Lund University, responsible for education and research in medicine, care, and health. The education takes place in close collaboration with healthcare and is well rooted in the faculty's strong research tradition. The faculty's research spans a broad field within experimental basic research, patient-oriented clinical research, and health science research. The Faculty of Medicine, with just over 1,800 employees and 3,000 students in Lund, Malmö, and Helsingborg, is a knowledge-intensive meeting place for students, teachers, and researchers from all over the world.

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