Associate researcher in Cancer genomics focusing on extrachromosomal DNA Full-time

Associate Researcher In Cancer Genomics Focusing On Extrachromosomal DNA

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Description of the workplace The Breast and Lung Cancer research team at the Department of Laboratory Medicine within the Faculty of Medicine currently conducts translational genomic research in breast and lung cancer and is at the forefront of its field. At present, the research team is focused on characterizing the genomic landscape of breast cancer using large scale tumor sequencing data. The research team is led by Associate Professor Johan Staaf and includes a further 5 staff members. The group is international and comprises both senior and junior researchers and PhD students. We are now looking for a driven and experienced assistant researcher in cancer genomics to support the project. As a workplace, we safeguard a positive work environment with respect and consideration in our relations with one another.

What we offer Lund University is a public authority, which means that you will have special benefits, generous annual leave, and an advantageous occupational pension. We also have a flexitime agreement that creates good conditions for work/life balance. Read more on the University's website about being a Lund University employee, Work at Lund University.

Work duties and areas of responsibility The research assignment consists in you independently conducting large scale analysis of extrachromosomal DNA in breast cancer specimens based on whole genome sequencing data under the leadership of the project manager. The work duties also comprise establishing data analysis pipelines required for the analyses suitable for large scale analyses on high performance computing clusters. Moreover, the work includes analyses of clinical data and multi-omic data from primary tumors and cancer cell lines to investigate associations of extrachromosomal DNA with different molecular and clinicopathological variables.

Qualifications The requirements for the position are:

• A doctoral degree in Cancer Biology or similarly relevant subject.
• Post doc experience of research focused on extrachromosomal DNA in solid tumors, including development of analysis pipelines.
• Post doc experience of bioinformatic oriented genomic cancer research using different omics techniques, pipeline development, and work versus high performance computing resources.
• Experience of research focused on gene regulatory networks in solid tumors.
• The ability to conduct independent research at an advanced level, documented through original peer-reviewed articles.
• Very good knowledge of English.
• Good analytical ability, drive, and a good ability to collaborate.

Additional qualifications for the position are:

• MSc / BSc degree in bioinformatics
• Experience of cancer research focused on breast and lung cancer

Research expertise and excellence are the foremost criterions for employment. The evaluation of applicants will take account of their research profile, experience, and knowledge.

Further information The position is a fixed-term employment under SÄVA at 100%, starting from 21 April 2026 or according to agreement, and running until 30 June 2026.

How to apply You apply for the position via the University's recruitment system. The application is to include a personal letter describing how you meet the qualification requirements and why you are interested in the position. The application is also to include a CV with a list of publications, a general description of previous research work, a copy of your doctoral degree certificate, as well as any additional documents you wish to submit (copies of degree certificates, transcripts, reference details, letters of recommendation, etc.)