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Do you want to work as a Research Engineer, supported by competent and friendly colleagues in an international environment? We invite you to apply for the position of Research Engineer at the Department of Pharmaceutical Biosciences at Uppsala University.

The 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 the 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 uu.se/farmbio (https://uu.se/farmbio).

Job Description

We are looking for a Research Engineer specializing in iPSC-derived hepatocytes and advanced cell-based models. In this role, you will work in close collaboration with Pixi Bio to develop and apply physiologically relevant liver models based on iPSC-derived cells and primary human hepatocytes. You will become a central part of an interdisciplinary team working at the intersection of cell biology, drug research, and high-content phenomics, with the goal of building and further developing a robust experimental platform for drug development and toxicology.

Qualifications

• Documented practical experience in culturing iPSC-derived hepatocytes and organoids, including the entire workflow from differentiation to assay.
• Documented practical experience in culturing primary human hepatocytes, including viability management, ECM coating and optimization (Laminin 521, ColIV), media optimization, and handling donor variability.
• Documented experience in maintaining and optimizing laboratory robots for microplate handling, including troubleshooting, programming, and hardware calibration.
• Documented experience in developing SOP frameworks for high-content phenomics workflows, including QC criteria and training structures.
• Ability to independently plan, execute, and troubleshoot cell-based experiments in microplates.
• Structured, meticulous team player with good collaboration skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills in English.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability. The applicant must have excellent collaboration skills, initiative, and a very good ability to work independently, make decisions, and deliver within set timeframes. As a person, you should be flexible, creative, and service-oriented. You should also be quality-conscious and goal- and results-oriented.

About the Position

The position is fixed-term for 1 year (360 days). The position is full-time. Start date: 2026-08-03 or by agreement. Location: Uppsala.

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

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

Please submit your application by July 10, 2026 (Ref: UFV-PA 2026/2178).

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

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Applications are received through Uppsala University's recruitment system.

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