Assistant Researcher in Infection medicine Part-time

Assistant Researcher in Infection Medicine

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world's top universities. The University has around 47,000 students and more than 8,800 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg, and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain, and improve our world and the human condition.

Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset.

The research group is led by Professor Johan Malmström, whose goal is to develop methods in structural mass spectrometry and protein design for the development of enzymes with new functions. The group consists of senior researchers, postdocs, and doctoral students with expertise in clinical medicine, cell and molecular biology, proteomics, structural biology, and bioinformatics.

Within the research group, we value a good working environment characterized by respect and consideration in our interactions with one another. We continuously work to create conditions that promote job satisfaction, development, and participation for all employees.

We are now seeking an assistant researcher at 100% for a period of 12 months, with a desired start date of 1 May 2026.

Lund University is a public authority, which means you receive special benefits, generous vacation entitlements, and a favorable occupational pension. We also have a flexitime agreement that provides good conditions for balancing work and leisure.

The position includes systematic bioinformatic analysis of bacterial genomes to identify sequence variations expected to influence the structure and function of bacterial enzymes. Selected variants will then be functionally and structurally characterized, with a focus on binding, cleavage efficiency, specificity, functional activity, and immunogenicity. Characterized naturally occurring enzyme variants will subsequently be redesigned to create optimized enzymes with improved or alternative functions.

Other duties related to the role may also be assigned.

Requirements for the position:

• A completed doctoral degree in biochemistry, protein chemistry, or a related field.
• Documented experience in both large-scale and targeted quantitative proteomics (e.g., DIA, TMT, iTRAQ, PRM/SRM).
• Practical experience in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting mass spectrometers and nano-LC systems.
• Experience in analyzing post-translational modifications, such as proteolytic cleavage, phosphorylation, and glycosylation, preferably with a focus on antibodies and other clinically relevant proteins.
• Good knowledge of protein chemistry methods, such as ELISA, western blot, immunohistochemistry, chromatography, and surface plasmon resonance (SPR).
• Strong ability to analyze and interpret quantitative proteomics data in R and/or Python, as well as experience in integrative bioinformatic analysis (e.g., multi-omics).
• Experience in cell culture, including both eukaryotic cells and bacteria.
• Strong communication skills in spoken and written English.

We expect that you are independent, structured, and proactive, with strong motivation to drive projects forward. You should also be analytical and solution-oriented, with the ability to take initiative and collaborate effectively with others.

Meritorious qualifications:

• Experience working with human material and clinical samples.
• Experience with immunoproteomic analyses for the identification and validation of antigens.

The position is a fixed-term special employment at 100% for the period 1 May 2026 – 30 April 2027.

Applications are submitted through the university's recruitment system. Your application must include a cover letter explaining your motivation for applying and how your qualifications match the position. The application must also include a CV, degree certificates or equivalent documents, and any other materials you wish to cite (copies of transcripts, reference contacts, letters of recommendation, etc.)

We warmly welcome your application!