Research Assistant: Microfluidics Prototype Development

Uppsala Universitet; Uppsala kommun; On-site; SEK 390,600 - 502,200; Full time

Job summary

Uppsala Universitet is hiring a Research Assistant in biomedical engineering with a focus on microfluidics. The position, based in Uppsala, is a temporary full-time role for 8 months starting in September 2026 or as agreed. The successful candidate will design and develop a microfluidic prototype, helping advance research in the field.

Key qualifications include a Master's degree in a relevant engineering field and experience with microfluidic platforms. Proficiency in English and strong analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering physics, biomedical engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with microfluidics and managing fluidic and electronic interfaces.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Design and build an automated droplet-microfluidic prototype.
• Develop user-friendly graphical interfaces and analysis pipelines.
• Publish research outcomes in peer-reviewed journals.

Skills

Building experimental microfluidic platforms

Microscopy and/or optics for data collection

LabView or MATLAB

Proficiency in written and oral English

Analytical skills

Education

Master’s degree in relevant engineering field

Job description

Uppsala Universitet is hiring a Research Assistant in biomedical engineering with a focus on microfluidics. The position, based in Uppsala, is a temporary full-time role for 8 months starting in September 2026 or as agreed. The successful candidate will design and develop a microfluidic prototype, helping advance research in the field.

Key qualifications include a Master's degree in a relevant engineering field and experience with microfluidic platforms. Proficiency in English and strong analytical skills are essential.