Research assistant (Fixed-term position, 2 months)

Research Assistant (Fixed-term position, 2 months)

Do you want to contribute to better health for all?

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to support ongoing projects in liver metabolism, diabetes, and hypoxia signaling using cell culture, animal tissues, and human samples. The employment is a temporary employment for 2 months.

Your mission

The Research Assistant will assist with experiments including:

Cell Culture & Molecular Biology

• Maintenance of cells and spheroid cultures
• RNA extraction and qPCR analysis
• Western blotting
• Plasmid preparation and transfection
• Cell viability assays
• ELISA and other biochemistry assays
• Blood and urine sample processing

  Immunohistochemistry

  • Tissue sectioning (FFPE sections and cryosections)
  • Immunhistochemical staining
  • Confocal microscopy and image analysis

    Your profile

    We are looking for a candidate with:

    • Master's degree (or higher) in Biology, Molecular Biology, or related fields
    • Hands-on experience with the techniques listed above
    • Strong organizational and record-keeping skills
    • Highly motivated and detail-oriented
    • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

      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: Solna