Research Engineer in experimental spatial biology Part-time

Research Engineer In Experimental Spatial Biology

We are seeking a highly motivated research engineer to join our lab working on the development and application of cutting-edge spatial and single-cell omics technologies. The research engineer will perform experiments leveraging Spatial Transcriptomics (ST), Spatial metaTranscriptomics (SmT), and single-cell multiomics across diverse biological systems, including animal and plant tissues. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to method development and experimental workflows in a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment.

The research engineer will be based at SciLifeLab (Science for Life Laboratory) Stockholm & KTH, Department of Gene Technology, and will be supervised by Associate Professor Stefania Giacomello.

Examples of tasks:

• Design, perform, and optimize experimental workflows for ST, SmT and single-cell multiomics
• Prepare and process animal and plant tissue samples for spatial and sequencing-based assays
• Perform molecular biology techniques (e.g., library preparation, RNA handling, PCR amplification, etc.)
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and ensure high-quality experimental output
• Troubleshoot experimental procedures and improve robustness and reproducibility
• Document experiments and manage data in a structured and reproducible manner
• Collaborate with experimental and computational team members to support data generation and interpretation
• Contribute to the implementation of new technologies and lab workflows

Requirements:

• A graduate degree or an advanced level (higher education) in the research subject or equivalent competence.
• Subject-related skills
• Professional skills
• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality
• Collaborative abilities
• Independence
• Well-organized / structured
• Analyze and work with complex issues
• Good knowledge of English and presentation in text skills are required for day-to-day work.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with Spatial Transcriptomics and Spatial metaTranscriptomics.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.