PhD student in Breast Cancer Research Full-time NEW

PhD Student In Breast Cancer Research

Lund University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences, Lund

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world's top universities. The University has around 46,000 students and 8,500 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg, and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain, and improve our world and the human condition.

Functional Breast Cancer Genomics Group The research group combines bioinformatic analyses, primarily of various types of sequencing data with experimental studies to investigate the effects of genetic variation and mutations on the transcriptome in breast cancer. Areas of particular interest include synonymous genetic variants, alternative splicing, and gene fusions. The group consists of the principal investigator (senior lecturer), one PhD student, and students undertaking masters or bachelor thesis projects. The research is conducted at the Division of Oncology at Medicon Village.

Within the research group, we value a positive work environment characterized by respect and consideration in our interactions with one another. We continuously strive to create conditions that promote job satisfaction, development, and inclusion for all team members.

The research group is now seeking a full-time PhD student (100%) with a start date of September 1, 2026 (or as agreed).

We offer Lund University is a public authority, which means that employees get benefits, generous annual leave, and an advantageous occupational pension scheme. Read more on the University website about being a Lund University employee: Work at Lund University

Work assignments The position includes experimental research on synonymous genetic variants in genes associated with hereditary breast cancer and alternative splicing of mRNA in breast cancer.

In addition, the doctoral student is expected to deepen their knowledge in the field, both in terms of theory and experimental methods, as well as to plan experiments, analyze and interpret research results with support from supervisor. The role also includes oral and written presentation of the research, for example in seminars, conferences, and scientific publications.

Qualifications

• A university degree in a relevant field such as molecular biology, biomedicine, or biotechnology.
• Very good knowledge and documented training in molecular genetics.
• Documented hands-on experience with commonly used molecular biology techniques, such as cell culture, transfection, real-time PCR, western blot, bacterial cloning, and Sanger sequencing.
• Excellent proficiency in English, both spoken and written.
• Strong organizational and collaborative skills.
• Curiosity and a strong interest in research, particularly in breast cancer and gene expression.

Merits

• Practical coursework in molecular biology techniques and genetic analysis is highly advantageous.
• Previous experience in experimental breast cancer research using cell lines.
• Demonstrated ability to document experimental work and to compile and present research results in English, both orally and in writing.

Eligibility Students with basic eligibility for third-cycle studies are those who have completed a second-cycle degree, have completed courses of at least 240 credits, of which at least 60 credits are from second-cycle courses, or have acquired largely equivalent knowledge in some other way, in Sweden or abroad.

The employment of doctoral students is regulated in the Swedish Code of Statues 1998: 80. Only those who are or have been admitted to PhD-studies may be appointed to doctoral studentships. When an appointment to a doctoral studentship is made, the ability of the student to benefit from PhD-studies shall primarily be taken into account. In addition to devoting themselves to their studies, those appointed to doctoral studentships may be required to work with educational tasks, research, and administration, in accordance with specific regulations in the ordinance.

Type of employment Limit of tenure, four years according to HF 5 kap 7§. The proposed start date is September 1st 2026, or as agreed.

How to apply Applications are to be submitted via the University's recruitment system. The application should include a CV and a personal letter justifying your interest in the position and how it matches your qualifications. The application should also include a degree certificate or equivalent and any other document to which you would like to draw attention (copies of grade transcripts, details of referees, letters of recommendation, etc.)

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