Researcher, fixed-term contract of 3 months

Sveriges Lantbruksuniversitet (SLU); Uppsala kommun; On-site; SEK 424,080 - 580,320; Full time

Job summary

SLU's Department of Soil and Environment in Uppsala invites applications for a fixed-term Researcher position of 3 months. The role includes anaerobic cultivation of bacteria and single cell RNA sequencing, plus collaboration with external and internal partners.

Candidates should have expertise in molecular methods and good written and spoken English. A lab-based PhD in the biological sciences is preferred; post- Master’s degree with two years of relevant lab experience will be considered.

Qualifications

• Expertise in molecular methods.
• Effective communication in English (oral and written).
• Lab-based PhD in biological sciences, or MSc with two years lab experience.

Responsibilities

• Anaerobic cultivation of bacteria.
• Single cell RNA sequencing.
• Communication with collaborators.

Skills

Molecular methods

English communication

Laboratory skills

Single cell RNA sequencing

Anaerobic cultivation

Bacterial physiology

Project management

Method development

Education

PhD in biological sciences (lab-based)

Master's degree with 2 years lab experience

Job description

Researcher, fixed-term contract of 3 months

Location: Uppsala

Department of Soil and Environment

About the position

The exact tasks will depend on the skillset of the researcher and desired employment duration, but will include anaerobic cultivation of bacteria, single cell RNA sequencing, and communication with collaborators.

Your profile

The applicant must have expertise in molecular methods and be able to communicate effectively in oral and written English. The applicant is expected to have a lab-based PhD in the biological sciences, though applicants with a masters degree and at least two years of full-time lab experience in molecular biology after completion of their degree will also be considered.

Desired experience

• Single cell RNA sequencing
• Anaerobic cultivation
• Bacterial physiology
• Project management
• Method development

Personal fit will be an important part of the evaluation process. Important traits are the ability to work critically and independently, manage time efficiently, show attention to detail, and come to work each day enthusiastic.

Due to the short-term nature of this position, candidates already located within commuting distance of Uppsala will be favored.

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.