Senior Researcher Translational Genomics

Hays Specialist Recruitment is now looking for a Senior Researcher to join the Transgenic Models team for a contract assignment from January 2021 to July 2021 at AstraZeneca in Gothenburg.


Translational Genomics is seeking a senior researcher to be part of the Transgenic Models team. The position is available from Jan 2021 to July 2021 for a skilled and motivated cell and molecular biologist with experience and state-of-the-art knowledge in transgenic mouse model development & technology. The scientist will be expected to contribute in this area this from a lab-based perspective and make significant contribution to the practical delivery of project goals. It is essential to have good social and communication skills, be collaborative and be a strong team player. Candidates should be able to work independently and have a positive, goal oriented and problem-solving attitude. Good organisational skills are required, and you should be comfortable in presenting your results. Excellent English is required, both spoken and written.


The following skills are highly desirable:
Molecular biology expertise and experience of working with mouse embryonic stem cells.
Working knowledge of the latest precise genome engineering tools both in vitro and in vivo.
Expertise in the generation and characterization of transgenic animal models



The following skills would be an advantage:
Experience in metabolic phenotyping platforms and analysis of metabolic function in mouse models
Experience of preclinical mouse models for therapeutic gene editing delivery and efficacy approaches.



Minimum experience
You should have a Ph.D. degree or corresponding experience in a relevant scientific discipline with experience in drug discovery or, alternatively, a first degree and significant relevant experience in drug discovery.