Postdoc: Glycopeptide Synthesis for Cancer Immunotherapy

Umeå University; Sweden; On-site; SEK 324,000 - 396,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free stipend of SEK 360,000 per year

Research experience in relevant fields

Job summary

The Department of Chemistry at Umeå University in Sweden is seeking a postdoctoral fellow for a project on tumor-associated glycopeptides. This full-time scholarship lasts for two years, starting September 1, 2026. Candidates must have a doctoral degree in a relevant field, with a focus on carbohydrate synthesis.

The role includes synthesizing glycopeptide vaccine constructs and conducting microarray analysis. A strong background in carbohydrate chemistry is preferred. The annual stipend is SEK 360,000.

Application deadline: July 26, 2026. Interested candidates should apply through the Umeå University e-recruitment system.

Qualifications

• PhD in carbohydrate synthesis, bioorganic chemistry, or related field completed within three years.
• Experience in glycopeptide synthesis or microarray analysis is an advantage.
• Strong background in carbohydrate chemistry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize tumor-associated glycopeptides and vaccine constructs.
• Conduct microarray analysis for antibody profiling.
• Engage in carbohydrate and bioorganic synthesis methods.

Skills

Carbohydrate chemistry

Glycopeptide synthesis

Education

Doctoral degree in relevant field

Tools

NMR spectroscopy

Mass spectrometry

HPLC

Job description

The Department of Chemistry at Umeå University in Sweden is seeking a postdoctoral fellow for a project on tumor-associated glycopeptides. This full-time scholarship lasts for two years, starting September 1, 2026. Candidates must have a doctoral degree in a relevant field, with a focus on carbohydrate synthesis.

The role includes synthesizing glycopeptide vaccine constructs and conducting microarray analysis. A strong background in carbohydrate chemistry is preferred. The annual stipend is SEK 360,000.

Application deadline: July 26, 2026. Interested candidates should apply through the Umeå University e-recruitment system.