Research assistant in Biomedicine

We are looking for a Research assistant in Biomedicine for a 50% position for 24 months at the school of medical sciences.

Background
Örebro University is a modern and one of the fastest growing universities with internationally prominent research. This year Örebro University is placed at 75 when Times Higher Education ranked the young universities in the world and was placed at 30 when looking at the citation rate per se. Örebro University is a state university, which entitles to several benefits such as extended holiday and generous occupational pension. Employees also receives health and wellness coupons. https://www.oru.se/english/working-at-orebrouniversity/why-work-at-orebro-university/

The position is within Cardiovascular Research Centre (CVRC) at Örebro University https://www.oru.se/english/research/research-environments/mh/cardiovascular-research-centre-cvrc/

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the single largest contributor of mortality and morbidity worldwide. During influenza epidemics more people die from CVD causes than during non-epidemic periods. This is thought to be due to a range of factors including dysregulated inflammatory response, disruption of atherosclerotic plaque and an excessive influx of immune cells, which can be detrimental to both occluded coronary artery and myocardial tissue.

The overall aim of the project is to investigate the molecular mechanism underlying influenza-induced cardiac pathogenesis.

Duties and responsibilities
The appointment as a research assistant is intended to enable persons who have recently been awarded their Master degree in biomedicine, to consolidate and develop primarily their research skills. The applicant will be involved in formulating and testing the scientific hypothesis with experimental work, presentations, and preparation of publications. The applicant will be responsible for research, academic and administrative activities and expected to adapt existing and develop new scientific techniques, test hypothesis, and analyse data from a variety of sources.

The applicant will work on in vitro experiments conducted with primary cell cultures including endothelial cells, vascular smooth muscle cells, co-culture system and stem cell differentiation. Basic technical skills like cell culture, confocal microscopy, ELISA, Western blot, RT-qPCR, flow cytometry etc is a requirement. Knowledge of working with vascular inflammation, human leukocytes and lymphocytes will be added advantage. This study will be conducted in close collaboration with two Swedish companies in the life science sector. 

Qualifications
The person we are looking for has awarded a Master degree in a subject matter relevant for the position or have a degree from abroad deemed to correspond to a Master degree.

The candidate should have proven knowledge and skills in vascular biology, immunology and cell biology. In-depth knowledge and experience in cell culture, and various cellular and molecular biology techniques is required. The candidate should be well organised and have the ability of strategic thinking. Good soft skills and cooperative attitude are essential as the applicant will work in collaboration with other researchers and business partners. Accurate and timely documentation of experimental work performed is a must. The ability to initiate and maintain networks to long-term collaboration is highly appreciated. Competence in both written and oral communication of research in English is a prerequisite for the position. In addition, personal suitability will be a factor in the selection process.

Great importance will be attached to your personal qualities; the ability to work independently and engage with other people in a way that instils confidence; and a good track-record when it comes to cooperation.

We expect you to be flexible and open to change and that you take a quality-driven and responsible approach to your duties.

Information
This is a 50% position for 24 months. At Örebro University, salary depends on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.

For more information about the position, contact Associate Professor Isak Demirel, Isak.demirel@oru.se, +46 19 303801, and Doctor Geena Paramel, geena.paramel@oru.se +4619303801

At Örebro University, we expect each member of staff to be open to development and change; take responsibility for their work and performance; demonstrate a keen interest in collaboration and contribute to development; as well as to show respect for others by adopting a constructive and professional approach.

Örebro University actively pursues equal opportunities and gender equality as well as a work environment characterised by openness, trust and respect. We value the qualities that diversity adds to our operations.

Application
The application is made online. Click the button “Apply” to begin the application procedure.

For the application to be complete, the following electronic documents must be included:


• Covering letter, outlining how you believe you can contribute to the continued development of Örebro University
• CV with a relevant description of your overall qualifications and experience
• Copies of relevant course/degree certificates and references verifying your knowledge and skills

Only documents written in Swedish, English, Norwegian and Danish can be reviewed.

The application deadline is 2022-08-05. We look forward to receiving your application!

We decline any contact with advertisers or recruitment agencies in the recruitment process.

As directed by the National Archives of Sweden (Riksarkivet), we are required to deposit one file copy of the application documents, excluding publications, for a period of two years after the appointment decision has gained legal force.