Independent Research Leader — Assistant Professor (6-year)

Karolinska Institutet; Huddinge kommun; On-site; SEK 600,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary reviews

Supplementary insurance

Generous parental leave

Excellent childcare and education systems

Job summary

Karolinska Institutet is seeking an Assistant Professor for clinical science, offering a six-year position with significant research funding. You will design a research project and promote collaboration within an interdisciplinary environment.

Applicants must have a PhD and relevant publications. The institute values diversity and aims to support a family-friendly work environment. Applications welcome by August 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate good scientific skills according to KI’s criteria.
• Be eligible within seven years of attaining a PhD.
• Experience in securing independent research funding.

Responsibilities

• Independently design a research project.
• Seek funding to build a research group.
• Supervise students and participate in education.

Skills

Independent research design

Scientific publication

Collaboration skills

Student supervision

Education

PhD or equivalent degree

Job description

Karolinska Institutet is seeking an Assistant Professor for clinical science, offering a six-year position with significant research funding. You will design a research project and promote collaboration within an interdisciplinary environment.

Applicants must have a PhD and relevant publications. The institute values diversity and aims to support a family-friendly work environment. Applications welcome by August 31, 2026.