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Research Assistant in Flemingsberg under Karl Carlström studying epigenetics and metabolism using genome editing and cell profiling in Labmed.
This position will be part of Professor Peter Bergman’s group at the Department of Laboratory Medicine (Labmed) and will be under the direct supervision of Assistant Professor Karl Carlström. Carlström’s team focuses on the interplay between epigenetics and metabolism in oligodendrocytes, relevant to several neurodegenerative diseases such as multiple sclerosis and Alzheimer’s disease. To achieve this, we use various advanced tools for genome editing and cell profiling.
The Department of Laboratory Medicine offers a uniquely integrated research environment that bridges advanced molecular science with direct clinical applications. This highly translational environment enables meaningful collaboration between basic scientists and clinicians, accelerating the path from research insight to patient benefit.
Your role
This research assistant position offers the opportunity to use genome editing technologies (including CRISPR prime editing and CRISPRi/a) and transcriptome and epigenome profiling tools (including Cut&Tag), primarily in in vitro models (including immortalized cell lines and iPSC-derived brain cells). The position is full-time and has a duration of 6 months.
Who are you?
The applicant has a Master’s degree (MSc) in experimental medicine, chemistry or biology. The applicant should have experience in and be able to master basic molecular techniques such as (qRT)-PCR, molecular cloning, transduction/transfection of viruses/plasmids into cells and cell culture. In addition, experience in CRISPR/Cas9-based genome editing and next-generation sequencing is strongly desirable.
What do we offer?
A creative, international and inspiring environment filled with competence and curiosity. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world’s leading medical universities. Our vision is to drive the development of knowledge about life and work for better health for all. Here we conduct successful medical research and have the largest range of medical education in Sweden. As a university, Karolinska Institutet is a government agency. This means that you receive good benefits through our collective agreement. Employees at KI are also offered the opportunity for a flexible working method. This means that if the business you work in allows, you can work part of your working hours remotely. You are also allowed to exercise freely in our modern wellness facilities where trained staff are on site.
Location: Flemingsberg
Application
We welcome your application!
The application must be made via the recruitment system Varbi. In this recruitment you apply with your CV without a cover letter. In the application form you will instead be asked to answer a few questions about why you are applying for the job.
Please provide contact information for two references in your application.
To apply for this job please visit ki.varbi.com.
