Vacant job

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is consistently ranked among the world's leading universities. We have 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 the conditions of human life.

Workplace Description

The Lung Biology research group at the Department of Experimental Medical Science, led by Gunilla Westergren-Thorsson, is seeking a Research Engineer. The group's primary task is to investigate the mechanisms behind chronic lung diseases such as allergic asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). These diseases involve structural remodeling of the lung, and currently, there are no effective treatments that can reverse the pathological changes associated with these conditions. Through our research, we hope to contribute to the understanding of fundamental molecular mechanisms by mapping how the interaction between specific lung cells, immune cells, and the surrounding extracellular tissue contributes to disease progression.

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

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Tasks and Responsibilities

The tasks include working with primary human tissue to investigate the interplay between immune cells and stromal cells in the lung during chronic inflammation. The main analytical methods are histology (IHC, IF) and in vitro cultures from primary human material. The position entails being primarily responsible for planning, analysis work, interpretation of results, and data compilation.

Qualifications

Requirements for the position are:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in biomedical science, molecular biology, or equivalent.
• Experience with histological methods and work with human tissue.
• Experience with immunostaining (IHC/IF), in situ hybridization, as well as tissue preparation and sectioning.
• Experience with histological stains such as H&E, Masson's trichrome, and pentachrome.
• Experience with analysis using confocal or light microscopy.
• Good ability to plan, document, and report laboratory work.
• Experience with laboratory routines such as solution preparation, chemical handling, and instrument maintenance.
• Good teamwork skills and ability to work independently.
• Good proficiency in English, both spoken and written.

Qualifications that would be considered an advantage:

• Experience with primary cell cultures and in vitro models.
• Experience with image analysis and quantification of histological data.
• Experience in research within inflammatory lung diseases or fibrosis.

Other Information

The position is a fixed-term appointment for 12 months at 100% with a start date of 2026-06-21.

How to Apply

Apply for the position via the university's recruitment system. The application should include a cover letter explaining why you are interested in the position and how it matches your qualifications. The application must also include a CV, degree certificate or equivalent, and any other documents you wish to submit (copies of grades, contact details for references, recommendation letters, etc.).

The Faculty of Medicine is a operational area within Lund University, responsible for education and research in medicine, care, and health. The education is conducted in close collaboration with healthcare and is firmly 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 sciences research. The Faculty of Medicine, with 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 around the world.

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