Research Assistant Part-time

Research Assistant

Research Assistant for Field Work Amphibian Conservation

Join a dynamic research group at Uppsala University's Department of Ecology and Genetics—Sweden's leading hub for biological research and education.

The Department of Ecology and Genetics is Sweden's most comprehensive academic environment for research and education in Biology. It offers a broad range of expertise that can contribute to solving important biological questions.

We are seeking a Research Assistant for the project “Amphibian Skin Microbiomes and Infectious Diseases” in Maria Cortazar Chinarro's group (Animal Ecology Program). Learn more about our research: https://www.uu.se/institution/ekologi-och-genetik/forskning/zooekologi/cortazar-chinarros-grupp. This is a fixed-term, half-time position (50%) from April 1 to June 30, 2026.

Duties

As a Research Assistant in the Animal Ecology Programme, you will support and conduct fieldwork research focused on sampling amphibian species in natural habitats. The position involves preparing field equipment and materials, assisting with data collection to advance our project on amphibian skin microbiomes and infectious diseases, and possibly supporting molecular work (e.g., in situ analytical techniques like DNA extractions, PCRs, and qPCRs).

This hands-on role offers valuable experience in ecological fieldwork within a collaborative, international research environment.

Requirements

You must hold a PhD in Biology (or equivalent), demonstrate a strong interest in herpetology, have prior field experience working with amphibians, and possess knowledge and experience working in a molecular lab.

You should demonstrate:

• Foundational experience in fieldwork.
• Training in amphibian handling.
• Experience working with amphibians and molecular tools.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Personal suitability is of high importance for this position. We are looking for a research assistant with strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. You should have the ability to work both independently and in collaboration with your colleagues.

For further information about the position, please contact: Maria Cortazar, maria.cortazar@ebc.uu.se

Please submit your application by 27 of March 2026, UFV-PA 2026/.

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