Independent Research Leader — Assistant Professor (6-Year)

Karolinska Institutet; Solna kommun; On-site; SEK 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous start-up funding

World-class research infrastructure

Close links to hospitals in the Stockholm region

Job summary

Karolinska Institutet is launching a major recruitment initiative in 2026, seeking up to 21 early-career researchers for Assistant Professor positions. These roles offer generous start-up funding and a pathway to permanent Senior Lecturer positions.

The university fosters an international academic environment with strong research infrastructure and mentorship, promoting high-quality science and leadership potential. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and launch impactful research careers.

Qualifications

• Bold, creative researcher ready to shape the future of medical science.
• High scientific quality and feasibility of proposed research.
• Clear vision for conducting impactful and innovative science.

Responsibilities

• Launch independent research career at a prestigious university.
• Contribute to and develop a strong research and education environment.
• Engage with a global scientific community.

Job description

Karolinska Institutet is launching a major recruitment initiative in 2026, seeking up to 21 early-career researchers for Assistant Professor positions. These roles offer generous start-up funding and a pathway to permanent Senior Lecturer positions.

The university fosters an international academic environment with strong research infrastructure and mentorship, promoting high-quality science and leadership potential. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and launch impactful research careers.