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The Department of Molecular Biology at Umeå University, Sweden, invites applicants for a position as project assistant to the Schröder Lab. The positin is a full-time, fixed-term position for 6 months with expected start 1 September 2026 or according to agreement. Application deadline is 9 July 2026.
With the aim to better understand the interaction between gut microbiota and host, this research project will contribute to a better understanding how diet and gut microbiota affect the function of the intestinal mucus layer in health and disease.
The project will be carried out in the Schröder lab, located in the Department of Molecular Biology, which is part of the Laboratory of Molecular Infection Medicine Sweden (MIMS) and Umeå Centre for Microbial Research (UCMR). The position will include a variety of molecular biology approaches, ex vivo and in vivo experiments as well as state-of-the-art mucus measurements and spatial imaging techniques. Additionally, data-driven approaches will be used to interpret the generated complex datasets.
As a Project Assistant, you will work under supervision to:
- Design, perform and evaluate animal experiments
- Perform and evaluate ex vivo mucus function analyses
- Evaluate mucosal inflammation using spatial imaging techniques
- Analyse gut microbiota composition using state-of-the-art methodology
- Use advanced data processing services to perform bioinformatic analysis
- Compile and present generated results written and orally
You should have a Master’s degree in the fields of Mucosal Immunolgy, Nutrition or Microbiology. We seek highly motivated candidates with previous research experience (>6 months) in the up-mentioned fields. The candidate should have documented experience in performing diet interventions (humans or rodents), and in intestinal disease models. Experience with single-cell RNA sequencing and/or working with organoids or complex cell culture models is a strong merit.
Candidates must be fluent in spoken and written English. Since the project will be of collaborative nature, candidates are expected to function in a team and therefore have a good ability to co-operate. Excellent communication skills are required for interacting effectively with colleagues and peers, including colleagues from complementary research fields. Being proactive and having received prestigious fellowships/ awards is a merit.
As an employee with us, you contribute to fostering an inclusive culture and a positive work environment. This involves communicating effectively across differences, demonstrating a collaborative spirit and the ability to work well with others. You maintain openness and a welcoming attitude, showing respect, compassion, and empathy. You engage with and support colleagues from diverse backgrounds and perspectives, and promote a healthy work-life balance for both yourself and others.
The application must be written in Swedish or English (preferably). The application must be made via our e-recruitment system Varbi and be received latest 9 July 2026.
The application must include:
1. A personal cover letter explaining why you are interested in the position, how you can contribute to the project (no more than 1 A4 pages).
2. A curriculum vitae that documents education and past and previous employments.
3. Names and contact details with e-mail addresses of two academic references.
4. Other relevant documentation you wish to include in support of your application.
More information about the group's research can be found on our website www.mucubacter.org.
For more information of The Department of Molecular biology please visit our website www.umu.se/en/department-of-molecular-biology.
For questions regarding the position, please contact Björn Schröder, [email protected]
We welcome your application!
Umeå University strives to offer an equal environment where open dialogue between people with different backgrounds and perspectives lay the foundation for learning, creativity and development. We welcome people with different backgrounds and experiences to apply for the current employment. We kindly decline offers of recruitment and advertising help.
Anställningsform: särskild visstidsanställning | Anställningens omfattning: heltid | Antal lediga befattningar: 1 | Sysselsättningsgrad: 100 % | Ort: Umeå | Län: Västerbottens län | Land: Sweden | Referensnummer: AN 2026/807 | Kontakt: Björn Schröder , Björn Schröder , | Facklig företrädare: Saco-S Saco-S , Saco-S Saco-S , ST ST 090-7865431, ST ST 090-7865431, SEKO SEKO 090-7865296, SEKO SEKO 090-7865296, | Publicerat: 2026-06-18 | Sista ansökningsdag: 2026-07-09
