Project Assistant in Stem Cell and Leukemia Research

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Description of the workplace
The Rundberg Nilsson lab ( is looking for a highly motivated and ambitious individual with a Masters degree in biomedicine molecular biology biotechnology or another relevant field. You should have a strong interest in hematopoiesis cancer biology or cellular and molecular disease mechanisms and a desire to contribute to a growing research environment with high scientific ambitions.

The position is based in the Rundberg Nilsson group at the Division of Molecular Medicine and Gene Therapy Lund University. The groups research aims to understand the cellular and molecular mechanisms that regulate hematopoietic stem cells and how disruptions in these processes may contribute to leukemic transformation. The work combines experimental stem cell biology with molecular genomic and data-driven approaches with a focus on stress responses stem cell function and leukemia development.

As a project assistant you will become an important part of a growing research group where your role will contribute directly to establishing experimental workflows advancing ongoing projects and creating conditions for continued scientific development. The workplace is characterized by close collaboration scientific curiosity attention to detail and a commitment to creating a sustainable and inclusive research environment.

What we offer
Lund University is a public authority which means you will receive specific benefits generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme.
Read more on the universitys website about working with us: Work at Lund University.

Work duties and areas of responsibility
You will work on experimental research projects in hematopoietic stem cell biology and leukemia. Tasks may vary depending on project needs but will mainly include:

• Planning conducting documenting and analyzing research experiments
• Working with cell and molecular biology techniques such as cell culture PCR/qPCR Western blotting and flow cytometry
• Working with mouse models including handling biological material sampling and organ isolation in accordance with established permits and regulations
• Processing and compiling research data and presenting results at lab and project meetings
• Participate and present in journal clubs seminars and other scientific activities
• Literature searches and review of relevant scientific literature
• Contributing to order safety and sustainable laboratory routines
• Collaboration with colleagues and external partners when required

The work requires careful documentation the ability to work independently under supervision strong collaboration skills and a willingness to contribute scientific ideas as well as practical solutions.

Qualifications
Requirements for the position:

• Masters degree in biomedicine molecular biology biotechnology or a related field
• High proficiency in both oral and written English
• Documented experience in practical laboratory work within cell biology molecular biology hematology cancer biology or a related field (at least 60 ECTS credits or 40 full-time weeks)
• Experience in planning conducting and documenting experimental work in a careful and structured manner
• Practical experience in flow cytometry cell culture PCR/qPCR and Western blotting
• Certification/training for laboratory animal work e.g. LAS certification or equivalent

One or more of the following is considered of special merit:

• Experience working with murine or human hematopoietic cells bone marrow blood or other relevant tissues
• Experience with flow-assisted cell sorting (FACS)
• Experience in bioinformatics basic programming or analysis of large biological datasets
• Experience with genetic modification methods (such as CRISPR lentiviral systems etc.)
• Experience with mass spectrometry or other omics-based methods
• Previous publications thesis work or other research merits in a relevant field Interest in pursuing a long academic research career

Further information
The position is a fixed-term full-time employment (SÄVA) for 6 months
starting from 1 September 2026 or according to agreement.
Interviews will take place online and/or at our premises at BMC Lund University. AI tools may not be used as support during interviews.

How to apply
The position is applied for via Lund Universitys recruitment system. The application must include:

• A cover letter describing your motivation and how the position matches your experience and future goals
• CV including a list of any publications
• Degree certificate
• Documentation of certification/training in laboratory animal work
• Names and contact details of at least two referees
• Any other documents you wish to submit

Selection will be based on an overall assessment of education relevant experience scientific maturity personal suitability and the ability to contribute to the research groups projects and working environment.

The Faculty of Medicine is a part of Lund University and is responsible for education and research within medicine and healthcare. Our academic programs are closely linked with the healthcare system and are firmly anchored in the facultys strong research tradition. Our research spans a broad field within experimental preclinical research near-patient clinical research and health sciences research. The Faculty of Medicine with its 1800 employees and 2700 students in Lund and Malmö is a knowledge-intensive meeting place for students teachers and researchers from all over the world.

The Department of Laboratory Medicine is one of six departments at Lund Universitys Faculty of Medicine. We conduct leading research both broad and specialised within the field of laboratory medicine focusing on the onset of disease and how we can improve diagnostics and treatment for patients. Some of our strongest areas with world-class research deal with cancer genetics and blood.

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