Research Assistant - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The Department of Immunology, Genetics and Pathology at Uppsala University has a broad research profile with strong research groups focusing on cancer, genetic and autoimmune diseases. A fundamental idea at the department is to stimulate translational research and thereby promote closer interactions between medical research and health care. Research is presently organized in six research programs: Cancer Precision Medicine, Cancer Immunotherapy, Genomics and Neurobiology, Molecular Tools and Functional Genomics, Neuro-Oncology and Neurodegeneration and Vascular Biology. Departmental activities are also integrated with the units for Oncology, Clinical Genetics, Clinical Immunology, Clinical Pathology, and Hospital Physics at Uppsala University Hospital. The department has teaching assignments in several education programs, including Master Programs, at the Faculty of Medicine. The department has a yearly turnover of around SEK 550 million, out of which about two thirds derive from external funding. IGP has approximately 400 employees, out of which 100 are PhD-students, and there are in total more than 850 affiliated staff members. More information about the department's activities can be found here: www.uu.se/en/staff/department/immunology-genetics-and-pathology

Duties 
Our team investigates blood flow mechanosensation during development and develops
genetic tools to investigate gene function. The position focuses on managing a research
team using zebrafish as a model organism.
Key responsibilities include:
-Organize and maintain the laboratory, including managing inventories, ordering reagents and
consumables using inventory and order management software, and ensuring a clean and
functional workspace.
-Perform support experiments such as genotyping PCR, molecular cloning, and zebrafish line maintenance.
-Assist with zebrafish breeding and care in accordance with institutional and ethical guidelines.
-Collaborate closely with the group leader to ensure smooth operation of laboratory activities.
-Optionally contribute to an independent side project in agreement with the group leader.

Requirements 
-Master’s degree in biology, molecular biology, biomedicine, or equivalent laboratory
experience.
-Proven organizational skills and ability to manage laboratory operations efficiently.
-Ability to work independently while maintaining a collaborative and supportive attitude.
-Strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail.
-Good communication skills and fluency in English, spoken and written.

Additional qualifications
-Experience with zebrafish, including line maintenance, microinjection, and CRISPR
genome engineering.
-Familiarity with molecular biology techniques such as PCR, cloning, and genotyping.
-Previous training in Swedish Legislation & Ethics, Animal Welfare, and the 3Rs, as well as Laboratory Animal Science for zebrafish.
-Experience with laboratory ordering and inventory systems.
-Positive and dynamic personality, with a willingness to contribute to a collaborative team environment

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position, 12 months. Scope of employment 100 %. Starting date as agreed. Placement: Uppsala

For further information about the position, please contact: Thomas Juan, thomas.juan@igp.uu.se

Please submit your application by 23 september 2025, UFV-PA 2025/2617

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