Research assistant to the division of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Full-time

Research Assistant To The Division Of Obstetrics And Gynaecology

We are seeking a motivated Research Assistant to join the research group of Professor Ganesh Acharya, head of the division of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology (CLINTEC), Karolinska Institutet.

Professor Acharya's group has a broad research interest spanning from experimental translational studies to clinical and epidemiological studies in women's health, providing the opportunity to integrate advanced molecular, cellular and in vivo physiological techniques to test hypotheses and answer research questions related to embryonic and fetal-placental development, fetal wellbeing and pregnancy complications to improve the health of the next generation.

This position is a fixed-term appointment of 1 year.

Your Mission

As a research assistant you will join a team developing novel methods of fetal monitoring and lead the analysis of physiological data generated during experiments as well as clinical data. The research will integrate in vivo functional cardiovascular measurements with tissue structural, biochemical and omics data to investigate the effect of fetal hypoxia and develop prediction models. Additionally, you will be involved in a project that involves analyses of patient registry data.

Your Profile

For an employment as a research assistant the following is required:

Requirements

• Masters degree in computer technology/ engineering, biomedicine or data science
• A strong background, knowledge and skills in data handling, curation and analyses using advanced techniques such as signal processing of physiological data, statistical modelling and machine learning
• A track record of research productivity, with the ability to complete complementary projects
• Strong understanding of research and statistical methods and ability to use advanced tools for data analyses, including coding/programming using R and Python
• Skills in bioinformatics, and integration of complex, multi-modal datasets

Meritorious requirements

• Experience with AI/ML models, image analyses, molecular techniques, such as transcriptomic, proteomic and genetic analyses
• Wet-lab experience

As a person, you have excellent collaboration skills with the ability to work both independently and as a part of a team. You have a structured approach to your work, are results-oriented, maintain a high level of quality, and demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities. Since the position requires collaboration with international colleagues and other partners, good knowledge of English, both written and spoken, is required. In the assessment of candidates, considerable weight will be given to personal suitability.

What do we offer?

A creative and inspiring environment with wide-ranging expertise and interests. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world's leading medical universities. Our vision is to pursue the development of knowledge about life and to promote a better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. Karolinska Institutet is also a state university, which entitles you to several good benefits through our collective agreement. And you get to practice freely in our modern wellness facilities, where trained staff are on site.

Location: Flemingsberg

Application

Welcome to apply at the latest 13 May, 2026.

The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system. In this recruitment, you will apply with your CV without a personal letter. Instead, you will answer some questions about why you are applying for the job in the application form.

Permanent position is initiated by a six months trial period.