Researcher

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The Institute of Biomedicine is involved in both research and education. In both of these areas, we focus on fundamental knowledge of the living cell – what it consists of, how it works, how its function is directed by the genetic material, and how it interacts with various kinds of micro-organisms. Using this knowledge, we try to elucidate the causes of diseases, and find new ways to diagnose and treat them. The Institute is composed of the following four departments:

• The Department of Infectious Diseases
• The Department of Microbiology and Immunology
• The Department of Medical Biochemistry and Cell Biology
• The Department of Laboratory Medicine

At present, the institute has about 340 employees and approximately 450 million SEK in total assets.

Salivary gland tumors are a heterogeneous group of tumors originating in the salivary glands of the head and neck region. The prognosis for patients with malignant salivary gland tumors is typically very poor, as there are no effective treatments for recurrent or metastatic disease. The treatments currently used (surgery and radiation therapy) are also often disfiguring from both a functional and aesthetic perspective. The research group has extensive experience studying salivary gland tumors and has identified several driving genomic alterations in these tumors.

Duties 

We are looking for a researcher to help develop a new targeted treatment for salivary gland tumors. As part of the project, the researcher will plan, design, and conduct research that includes, among other things, the culture of primary/short-term-cultured tumor cells in 2D and 3D models, drug treatment/screening, proliferation/apoptosis/spheroid assays, quantitative PCR, RNA-seq, and immunoblot analysis. The duties also include project management, supervision, and written and oral reporting of research data.

Qualifications 

A Ph.D. in a relevant field (e.g., biomedicine or molecular biology) is required. Postdoctoral research experience in the field is preferred. Previous experience with cell-based assays, in vitro drug treatment, and the culture of salivary gland tumor cells is highly preferred. The position requires a high degree of precision, independence, and initiative. Applicants should also possess strong collaborative skills and a problem-solving mindset. We will place great emphasis on personal fit. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English are required, as we work in an international environment.

Employment 

This is a full-time, fixed-term position for 11 months, based at the Institute of Biomedicine, Sahlgrenska Center for Cancer Research. The start date is to be agreed upon.

Contact information for the post 

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Mattias Andersson, Associate professor/Researcher, mattias.andersson@llcr.med.gu.se

Unions 

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Application 

To apply for a position at the University of Gothenburg, you have to create an account in our recruitment system. Submit your application via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal by clicking the “Apply” button. It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per the vacancy notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline. 

The application should contain:

• A cover letter with a brief description of previous research experience, and a motivation to why you are applying
• A CV including a list of publications and other qualifications relevant to the position
• Proof of completed PhD
• Contact details of two references

Applications must be received by: 2026-09-23

 

The University works actively to achieve a working environment with equal conditions, and values the qualities that diversity brings to its operations. Salaries are set individually at the University. In accordance with the National Archives of Sweden’s regulations, the University must archive application documents for two years after the appointment is filled. If you request that your documents are returned, they will be returned to you once the two years have passed. Otherwise, they will be destroyed. In connection to this recruitment, we have already decided which recruitment channels we should use. We therefore decline further contact with vendors, recruitment and staffing companies.