Researcher in Biomedical Engineering Full-time

Researcher in Biomedical Engineering

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world's top universities. The University has around 47,000 students and more than 8,800 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg, and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain, and improve our world and the human condition.

Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset.

Description of the Workplace

We are looking for a talented, motivated, and creative researcher with experience in intestinal cell biology, interested in applying this knowledge to bioengineering techniques such as organs-on-a-chip and biomaterials. You will become part of the interdisciplinary BioMicroSystems group, led by Maria Nordin. The BioMicroSystems group focuses on using microtechnology and microfluidics to solve complex biological questions. Specifically, we work with biomaterials, droplet microfluidics, and organs-on-a-chip, with a current focus on using these techniques to reconstruct in vitro microenvironments that can address complex biological questions in small intestine biology.

You will work at the Biomedical Center at Lund University. This is a unique interdisciplinary environment that offers fantastic opportunities for research and social interaction with a large and diverse group of excellent researchers. The facilities include laboratories dedicated to biomedical research, including cell culture facilities and wet labs, as well as access to several state-of-the-art core facilities, including flow cytometry, mass spectrometry, and genomics.

Work Duties

The fixed-term position as a researcher is primarily intended for someone who wishes to further develop their academic qualifications in research.

The duties include:

• Supporting the research group and participating in research within the subject area
• Administration related to the above-mentioned tasks is included.

Qualifications

Appointment to a position as a researcher requires that the applicant has a PhD.

Required qualifications:

• A completed PhD in molecular and cell biology
• Excellent proficiency in English, both spoken and written
• Very good knowledge of intestinal biology
• Experience in epithelial and endothelial cell culture
• Experience in microfluidics and organs-on-a-chip
• Experience in 3D cell culture
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively

Additional requirements:

• Knowledge of stem cell biology
• Experience in immunohistochemistry
• Experience in sample preparation for proteomics

We Offer

Lund University is a public authority which means that employees get particular benefits, generous annual leave, and an advantageous occupational pension scheme.

More about being a Lund University employee – on Lund University's webpage

Further Information

The position is a fixed term employment during 9 months at 100 per cent of full time. The starting date is April 1, 2026, or as soon as possible as agreed.

Researchers are covered by a local collective agreement on annual working hours for researchers and assistant researchers. The planning of annual working hours is done in dialogue between the manager and the employee.

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.)

We look forward to receiving your application!