Project assistant in bioinformatics Part-time NEW

Project Assistant In Bioinformatics

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.

Description Of The Workplace

Molecular Neurogenetics is a research group at the department of Experimental Medical Science at the Faculty of Medicine. We are conducting world-leading research on the human brain and its relation to diseases. The research group is led by Professor Johan Jakobsson and includes 14 more coworkers. The group is international and contains researchers, administration, and technicians. We are now looking for a new project assistant within a project focusing on bioinformatic analysis of single cell RNA data from post mortem tissue from patients with Parkinson's Disease. As a group, we are actively working for a good work environment with respect and care in the relationships between us.

Project Description

The project you will be part of is focusing on using advanced bioinformatic methods for analyzing available large-scale single cell RNA sequencing data from the Y-chromosome from patients with Parkinson's disease to identify sex specific changes in gene regulation. You will be conducting different types of bioinformatic analysis.

Qualifications

Requirements For The Position Are:

• Master degree or similar within a relevant research area such as neurobiology or bioinformatics.
• Documented experience of bioinformatic work.
• Documented good knowledge within bioinformatic analysis.
• Good knowledge of the English language both verbally and written.

Merits For The Position Are:

• Experience with single-cell RNA-seq analysis.
• Experience of working in a team environment.
• Good ability to work in co-operational projects both within the group and with other research teams and other research fields.
• A positive attitude, hardworking, and with a goal to succeed.

About The Employment

This is a full-time employment for maximum 12 months. Starting date in September 1st, 2026, the starting date can be discussed. The employment is in Sweden, and you are expected to be performing your work on site in Lund.

How To Apply

The position is applied for via the university application system. The application should contain a personal letter stating why you are interested in this position and how the position matches your merits. The application should also contain a CV, certificate of degree or similar as well as other things you might want to invoke (copies of grades, contact information for references, letter of recommendation, and so on).