Assistant Researcher in Cancer Biology and Regenerative Biology

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Description of the workplace

The research group Regenerative Immunology at the Department of Laboratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, is currently conducting research on innate mechanisms of tumor resistance in axolotls and how these mechanisms are linked to their regenerative capacity. Currently, the research group is working to understand the limits of axolotl tumor resistance as well as the common and differing mechanisms between regenerative tissue and tumor tissue. You can read more about the project on our website: www.leighnd.github.io.

The research group is led by Associate Professor Nicholas Leigh and additionally consists of seven other employees. The group is international and includes students, postdocs, and technical staff. We are now seeking a driven and experienced researcher in cancer biology and regenerative biology who can contribute to the project. As a workplace, we cherish a positive work environment characterized by respect and consideration in our relationships with one another.

We offer

Lund University is a government agency, which means you receive special benefits, generous leave, and a favorable occupational pension. We also have a flexitime agreement that creates good conditions for work-life balance.

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Tasks and responsibilities

The research assignment involves you independently, under the guidance of the project leader, conducting analyses of regenerative processes and responses to genotoxic stress. The work includes the care of axolotls, bioinformatics, as well as common molecular biology techniques. The tasks also include oral presentations, preparation of figures, writing manuscripts, and supervision of junior researchers.

Qualifications

• PhD in cancer biology, regenerative biology, molecular biology, or equivalent.
• Experience in research on, handling of, and care of salamanders.
• Experience in analyzing morphological events in connection with regeneration as well as working with emerging model organisms.
• Ability to conduct independent research at an advanced level, including previous experience in independently leading a research project.
• Very good ability to express yourself in speech and writing in English.
• Good analytical ability, drive, and good collaborative skills.

Meritorious qualifications for the position are:

• Experience in generating knockout and/or transgenic salamander lines.
• Previous experience of research within similar projects.

Scientific excellence is the primary assessment criterion for employment. When assessing applicants, consideration will be given to research profile, experience, how well the candidate complements existing staff, and relevant knowledge.

Other

The employment is fixed-term according to SÄVA for 12 months at full-time, with commencement as soon as possible or by agreement.

How to apply

Apply for the position via the university's recruitment system. The application shall include a personal letter where you describe how you meet the qualification requirements and why you are interested in the position. The application must also include a CV with a publication list and contact details for two references, as well as a copy of your doctoral degree certificate.

Applicants are explicitly advised not to submit any documents other than those requested.

The university applies individual salary setting. Please indicate your salary expectations in your application.

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The Department of Laboratory Medicine (ILM) is one of six departments at the Faculty of Medicine. We conduct leading research in the field of laboratory medicine, focusing on how diseases arise and how we can improve patient diagnostics and treatment. Some of our strongest areas with world-class research involve cancer, genetics, and blood research.

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