Research Engineer: CRISPR & RNA Editing in Beta Cells

Lunds Universitet; Lunds kommun; On-site; SEK 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Lund University Diabetes Centre in Malmö invites applications for a postdoctoral position focused on RNA modifications in beta cells. The project uses INS-1 cells and isolated islets, with readouts including qPCR, IHC, and Western blot analyses.

You will perform CRISPR silencing and independently analyse outcomes, culminating in publication-quality data. The position offers a structured environment with regular feedback and opportunities for group leadership involvement.

Qualifications

• PhD in molecular biology required.
• Postdoctoral training in a relevant area.
• Experience with CRISPR editing or silencing, cell culture, qPCR, morphometric analysis.
• Documented RNA-editing experience shown by publications.
• Experience in type 2 diabetes research.

Responsibilities

• Lead a project on RNA modifications in beta cells.
• Work with INS-1 cells and isolated islets as model systems.
• Perform CRISPR silencing and independently analyze outcomes.
• Summarize data into publication-quality information.

Skills

CRISPR editing

qPCR

morphometric analysis

cell culture

RNA-editing

diabetes research

Education

PhD in molecular biology

Postdoctoral training in relevant area

Job description

Lund University Diabetes Centre in Malmö invites applications for a postdoctoral position focused on RNA modifications in beta cells. The project uses INS-1 cells and isolated islets, with readouts including qPCR, IHC, and Western blot analyses.

You will perform CRISPR silencing and independently analyse outcomes, culminating in publication-quality data. The position offers a structured environment with regular feedback and opportunities for group leadership involvement.