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Lund University Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 46 000 students and 8 500 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition. We are looking for an up-and-coming researcher who wants to conduct pioneering research to take up a position as Assistant professor (Associate Senior Lecturer) in Immuno-oncology and Immune Cell Engineering at Lund University, Faculty of Medicine. What we offer the successful candidate Do you want to become a research leader of tomorrow through pioneering projects and research ideas? If so, you have the opportunity to start as an assistant professor (associate senior lecturer) as part of Lund University Programme for Global Excellence. The past two decades have witnessed a profound transformation in medicine driven by advances in our understanding of the immune system, particularly in oncology and the treatment of autoimmune and inflammatory disorders. Despite this progress, major challenges remain in improving the efficacy and precision of immunotherapies. Overcoming these challenges will require a deeper mechanistic insight to enable the development of rational, next-generation therapeutic strategies. To remain at the forefront of immunotherapy research, Lund University, its Medical and Technical Faculties, and Skåne University Hospital are undertaking a major strategic investment in this area. We invite applications from emerging research leaders with an exceptional track record to conduct ground-breaking research within the field of cancer immunology and immune cell engineering. As an Assistant Professor you will develop your qualifications over a period of 5 years after which you may be promoted to a tenured position as a senior lecturer, with opportunities for further career advancement. A start-up package to support the initial hiring of staff and running costs will be provided. You will receive five weeks of training in teaching and learning in higher education and get the opportunity to learn Swedish through the University’s Swedish language courses for new international staff.  As you prepare to move to Sweden, we offer you support through our relocation service, and if you’re bringing your family, they’ll receive support and make new connections through Lund’s International Citizen Hub who provides a gateway to Swedish society and your new community. At the turn of the year 2026/2027, Sweden’s largest scientific funder, the Swedish Research Council, will announce attractive funding for Assistant Professors with an international background. Our ambition is that appointments within the framework of the Lund University Programme for Global Excellence will be nominated for this funding. Read more about the Swedish Research Council here. Are you ready to shape the research of the future? Learn more about why Lund University might be the right fit for you here, and more about working in Sweden here. These films provide information about Working in Lund, Moving to Lund and Living in Lund. Read more about the University joint announcement: https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/shape-future-research Duties  We want you to thrive and make the most of your time at Lund University and the Faculty of Medicine. As an assistant professor, you will therefore have the opportunity to engage whole- heartedly in the research you are passionate about. As the holder of this position, most of your time will be allocated for your own research in collaboration with strong research environments, research infrastructures and international platforms. In addition to conducting research, during your time as Assistant Professor you will also develop your teaching expertise, outreach and collaboration skills, as well as your proficiency in the Swedish language. Throughout your employment, you will be an active member of the Faculty of Medicine and participate in its diverse work. It is our hope that one of your first tasks will be to conduct an innovative research project funded by the Swedish Research Council. At the Faculty of Medicine, you will have the opportunity to establish an independent and internationally competitive research programme within the newly formed Division of Immuno-Oncology, as part of the coordinated Lund University–Region Skåne strategic immunotherapy initiative. The division is structured around systems immunology, immune cell engineering, and fundamental tumour immunology, providing a multidisciplinary environment that integrates technology development with fundamental discovery. The position supports scientific risk-taking and the development of innovative research directions, not only in immuno-oncology and its translation into clinically relevant applications, but also at the interface with Lund’s strong stem cell research community, including the Lund Stem Cell Center and the LU-ATMP Center, leveraging advanced core facilities for flow cytometry, gene therapy, and cell engineering and manufacturing. You are expected to develop a research program in immune cell engineering, contributing to innovative strategies to program and manipulate immune cells for translational medicine. The research may include, but is not limited to: Engineering of T cells, dendritic cells, or myeloid cells Development of next-generation cell and gene therapies (e.g. CAR-T, CAR-NK, engineered antigen-presenting cells, CRISPR-based editing) In vivo immune cell programming and synthetic regulatory circuits High-throughput transcription factor/CRISPR screens in immune cells Modulation of immune cell plasticity within the tumour microenvironment Development of viral and non-viral delivery systems for in situ immune modulation You are expected to collaborate with experimental and computational research groups within the division and across Lund University. Applicants are encouraged to integrate high-dimensional profiling approaches, including single-cell and spatial omics, and to bridge mechanistic insights with translational applications in cancer immunotherapy, autoimmunity, and regenerative medicine. Qualifications for employment as an assistant professor You must hold a doctoral degree or have equivalent research expertise in Experimental cancer immunotherapy, or a closely related field. We will give priority to applicants who have been awarded their doctoral degree within the last 7 years, counted from the application deadline for the position. If you hold documents approved in Sweden that demonstrate special circumstances, such as parental leave, military service or illness following your degree, which have prevented you from working as a researcher, the degree in the subject may have been awarded earlier. In this case, you must include this documentation with your application. Requirements – what you must have To be eligible for appointment as an

Lund University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences, Lund Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 46 000 students and 8 500 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition. Section of Oncology, RNA Therapeutics in Cancer Anders Wittrup research group (RNA Therapeutics in Cancer), is located on the Gunnar Nilsson floor of Kamprad House, in close proximity to the Oncology Clinic at Skåne University Hospital (SUS) in Lund. The floor hosts several laboratories that primarily focus on primary brain tumors. The Wittrup group works with a range of techniques to improve RNA delivery to tumors, as well as developing methods to study and characterize these processes. Within the research group, we highly value a positive work environment characterized by respect and care in our relationships with one another. We continuously strive to create conditions that promote job satisfaction, professional development, and participation for all employees. The research group is now recruiting a full-time PhD student (100%), with a start date of 1st October 2026 (or according to agreement).The position is a DDLS PhD student in Data driven cell and molecular biology. Data driven cell and molecular biology covers research that fundamentally transforms our knowledge about how cells function by peering into their molecular components in time and space, from single molecules to native tissue environments. About the Project – DDLS Data-Driven Life Science (DDLS) uses data, computational methods, and artificial intelligence to study biological systems and processes at all levels, from molecular structures and cellular processes to human health and global ecosystems. The SciLifeLab & Wallenberg National Program for Data-Driven Life Science (DDLS) aims to recruit and train the next generation of data-driven life scientists and to establish globally leading computational and data science capabilities in Sweden. The program is funded with a total of SEK 3.3 billion over 12 years by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation (KAW). In 2026, the DDLS Research School will be expanded through the recruitment of 25 academic and 7 industrial PhD students. Over the course of the DDLS program, more than 260 PhD students and 200 postdoctoral researchers will be part of the Research School. The DDLS program comprises four strategic research areas: cell and molecular biology; evolution and biodiversity; precision medicine and diagnostics; and epidemiology and biology of infection. For more information, please visit: https://www.scilifelab.se/data-driven/ddls-research-school/ The future of life science is data-driven. Will you be part of that change? Join us in this unique program! We offer Lund University is a public authority, which means that employees get benefits, generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme. Read more on the University website about being a Lund University employee: Work at Lund University Work assignments The PhD student will be responsible for the analysis of advanced 4D live-cell microscopy data, with a particular focus on identifying and characterizing rare endosomal escape events. The tasks include developing, training, and validating deep learning–based models for event detection and vesicle tracking, and integrating these models into automated analysis and imaging workflows. The work also involves managing and quantitatively analyzing large-scale image datasets, method development in close collaboration with supervisors and research collaborators, and biological interpretation of results. In addition, the position includes documentation, presentation of results, and contributing to the writing of scientific publications. Additional duties may be assigned within the scope of the position. Qualifications Requirements for the Position A Master’s degree or equivalent in bioinformatics, engineering physics, mathematics, applied mathematics, computer science, biomedicine, biotechnology, or another relevant field. Documented experience in programming or quantitative data analysis, for example in Python, MATLAB, or similar environments. A strong interest in method development at the interface between biology and artificial intelligence. Strong collaborative skills, analytical ability, and the capacity to work independently. Merits: Education or training in computer vision, machine learning, deep learning, bioinformatics, advanced microscopy, cell biology, or RNA biology. Education in mathematical statistics. Experience in deep learning, computer vision, or neural network development. Experience with live-cell microscopy, fluorescence microscopy, or analysis of 3D/4D image data. Experience in cell biological or molecular biological laboratory work, particularly related to intracellular trafficking, endosomal biology, or RNA delivery. Eligibility Students with basic eligibility for third-cycle studies are those who- have completed a second-cycle degree- have completed courses of at least 240 credits, of which at least 60 credits are from second-cycle courses, or- have acquired largely equivalent knowledge in some other way, in Sweden or abroad. The employment of doctoral students is regulated in the Swedish Code of Statues 1998: 80. Only those who are or have been admitted to PhD-studies may be appointed to doctoral studentships. When an appointment to a doctoral studentship is made, the ability of the student to benefit from PhD-studies shall primarily be taken into account. In addition to devoting themselves to their studies, those appointed to doctoral studentships may be required to work with educational tasks, research and administration, in accordance with specific regulations in the ordinance. Type of employment Limit of tenure, four years according to HF 5 kap 7§. The proposed start date is October 1st 2026, or as agreed. How to apply Applications are to be submitted via the University’s recruitment system. The application should include a CV and a personal letter justifying your interest in the position and how it matches your qualifications. The application should also include a degree certificate or equivalent and any other document to which you would like to draw attention (copies of grade transcripts, details of referees, letters of recommendation, etc.). Welcome to apply! Apply Now

Lund University Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 46 000 students and 8 500 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition. Description of the workplace The position is located at the Division of Evolutionary Ecology and Infection Biology, Department of Biology, Lund University. The department employs over 300 people, making it one of the largest biology departments in the Nordic region. Covering a large number of research areas and competences, the Department of Biology is an international, creative and stimulating workplace. This doctoral student position is in the Lund Migration Group, a large research group focused on understanding all aspects of animal migration and consisting of several specialized labs. Being a doctoral student As a doctoral student, you are both admitted as a student and employed at Lund University. As a doctoral student, you will be trained in a scientific approach. In short, you will be trained to think critically and analytically, to solve problems independently using the right methods, and to develop an awareness of research ethics. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work on projects, to develop your leadership and pedagogical skills. Throughout your studies, you will be guided by supervisors. Doctoral studies end with a thesis and a doctoral degree. More about being a doctoral student at the Faculty of Science at naturvetenskap.se Project description Twice a year billions of birds track the seasonal pulse of the earth and move between breeding sites and wintering sites. Successfully migrating between remote areas is a delicate process where birds must navigate a series of novel environments, and carefully time their journeys based on both environmental and internal cues. So, it’s no surprise that migration is a perilous time, when birds are particularly exposed to disruptions of different kinds. In this project you will use data from the European weather radar network to investigate how different disruptors can affect large scale flows of nocturnal migrants. The overall goal is to test if potential disruptors have detectable effects on the flow of nocturnal migration. The results will answer important fundamental questions about how robust animal migration is to different types of disruptors, enabling us to better understand the evolutionary pressures that have shaped animal migration, and how these pressures will interact with our changing world in the future. Allmän studieplan för forskarutbildning Work duties You will primarily devote yourself to your doctoral education, which mainly consists of writing a doctoral thesis. During the training you will learn to analyse large amounts biological data extracted from weather radar data, advanced analysis methods and to write scientific papers. You are expected to actively participate in the ongoing research projects in the lab group and to plan and carry out your own analyses of large-scale bird migration patterns. As a researcher, you will also present your research by participating in seminars and international conferences. The doctoral training also includes a number of mandatory courses and voluntary special courses that contribute to your development in solving and presenting scientific questions. In addition to studies, a maximum of 20% of working time may be spent on teaching and other departmental work. Depending on your background, you may teach basic courses in Biology or advanced courses such as Ornithology or Animal Ecology. Qualifications To be eligible for admission and employment as a doctoral student, you must fulfil the requirements below. Admission requirements A person meets the general admission requirements for third-cycle courses and study programmes if the applicant: has been awarded a second-cycle qualification, or has satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the second cycle, or has acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad. A person meets the specific admission requirements for third cycle studies in Biology if the applicant has: completed an independent work (e.g. degree project) in a relevant subject comprising at least 30 higher education credits The special qualification may also have been obtained through other equivalent education, which is assessed on a case-by-case basis. In order to enable interdisciplinary initiatives and significant in-depth studies in certain areas, qualifications other than the applicant’s subject-specific competence in Biology may be taken into account. Additional requirements In order to complete the doctoral programme in question, the following are also required: good ability to work independently and to formulate and tackle research problems. good written and oral communication skills good ability to cooperate very good knowledge of English, spoken and written Selection criteria The selection of eligible applicants will be made taking into account the ability to benefit from the training based on the following criteria: Knowledge and skills relevant to the dissertation work and the educational subject. Assessed ability to work independently and ability to formulate and address scientific problems. Capacity to analyse large datasets. Consideration will also be given to good cooperation skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant, through their experience and competence, is assessed to have the ability needed to complete the doctoral education. We offer Lund University is a public authority which means that employees get particular benefits, generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme. With its long history at the forefront of bird migration research, our department offers a unique research environment of world leading experts as well as specialized infrastructure, including an electronics lab for developing tracking devices, state-of-the-art facilities for orientation studies and a unique wind tunnel. Furthermore our unit has a non-hierarchical, inclusive, dynamic and creative work environment where you have the best conditions to develop. The Lund Migration Group has regular meetings where we discuss current research and the department also offers exciting guest lectures every week and an annual PhD student conference. More about working at Lund University on lu.se. About the employment The employment is a fixed-term employment at full time, starting 1 September 2026 or as agreed. Third cycle

Lund University Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 46 000 students and 8 500 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition. Description of the workplace The research group Division of Urological Cancers, Department of Translational Medicine, conducts patient-oriented prostate cancer studies within a local multidisciplinary network and in collaboration with international partners. The group develops and evaluates new treatments for advanced prostate cancer and investigates novel biomarkers for prognostic assessment and for individualizing treatment in relation to the natural course of the disease. Our long-term goal is to reduce morbidity and mortality from prostate cancer. The group consists of senior researchers, an associate researcher, a postdoctoral researcher, research engineers, and a laboratory assistant. We are now recruiting a postdoctoral research fellow for the project “Biomarkers and novel treatment strategies for prostate cancer with a focus on immune cells in tumor tissue and circulation.” In addition, the candidate will also be involved in other ongoing research projects within the group. The position is based in Malmö at CRC.  We care about creating a positive, respectful, and stimulating environment. We value communication and collaboration and a workplace that promotes learning and development for all employees. We are also committed to building a safe and positive environment for all employees through mutual respect and tolerance. Project description The overall aim of the project is to identify novel prognostic and predictive blood‑based biomarkers in prostate cancer. To achieve this, we will perform high‑dimensional immunophenotyping and quantify STAT3 expression in circulating immune cell populations, together with associated cytokines and chemokines, in peripheral blood from patients with prostate cancer. These analyses will be complemented by mechanistic ex vivo and in vitro studies, which will constitute the main component of the postdoctoral project. The project is expected to provide deeper insight into how specific immune cell populations and STAT3 signalling contribute to disease progression and therapeutic resistance in advanced prostate cancer. Work tasks and responsibilities A postdoctoral position at Lund University will provide opportunities for scientific and educational development. It is mainly a research position, but there is also the opportunity to take part in formal pedagogical training. Teaching may be a part of the position. The primary responsibility of the postdoctoral position is to conduct research. The following duties are included: Experimental work, data analysis and interpretation of data Compilation and presentation of data, and writing of scientific manuscripts Independent development of project plans Biomarker studies in blood and tissue Mechanistic in vitro studies based on results from immune cell profiling and plasma protein analyses of prostate cancer patients Development and evaluation of novel drug candidates and combination therapies in experimental cancer models Active participation in seminars, meetings, and conferences Assisting with applications for research funding Supervision of students Qualifications The position requires: PhD or equivalent foreign degree within medicine, biomedicine or immunology/ tumor immunology. The PhD must be completed no later than the time the employment decision is made Good ability to develop and conduct research of good quality Pedagogical competence Excellent proficiency in English, both written and spoken Strong communication skills Ability to work independently, in a structured and solution-oriented manner Good collaborative skills Experience in cancer research Practical experience with experimental methods in cancer and immunology, such as immune cell isolation, gene expression analyses, protein arrays, etc. Practical experience of flow cytometry Meritorious for the position are: Priority will be given to applicants who have completed their degree no more than three years before the application deadline Experience with in vivo cancer models Knowledge of bioinformatics Experience in working with clinical data Experience with advanced analyses in FlowJo Experience with biomarker studies Experience in testing drug candidates in vitro and in vivo Experience with immunohistochemistry, multiplex immunofluorescence, and tissue microarray analyses The assessment of applicants will be based primarily on their scientific merits and potential as researchers. Particular emphasis will be placed on scientific ability within the subject area. We offer Lund University is a public authority, which means you get special benefits, generous holidays and a favorable occupational pension. We also have a flexible time agreement that creates good conditions for a balance between work and leisure. Read more on the university’s website about being employed at Lund University, Work with us. About the position The position is limited to two years with a preliminary start date of 2026-09-01 or by agreement. It is a full-time position. A postdoctoral position is limited to two years with the possibility to extend to three years according to collective agreement for postdocs (The Swedish Agency for Government Employers). A postdoctoral position is intended as an initial step in a scientific career and as an opportunity to develop key competencies as a researcher. Applying for the position The application is done via the Lund University recruitment system. The application must contain a personal letter motivating your interest in the position and how it fits your skills and merits. The application must also include your degree certificate, your complete CV and any additional relevant documents that you wish to invoke (grades, contact information for professional references, letters of recommendation etc). Apply Now

Lund University Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 46 000 students and 8 500 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition. We are looking for an up-and-coming researcher who wants to conduct pioneering research to take up a position as Assistant professor (Associate Senior Lecturer) in Experimental Cancer Immunotherapy at Lund University, Faculty of Medicine. What we offer the successful candidate Do you want to become a research leader of tomorrow through pioneering projects and research ideas? If so, you have the opportunity to start as an assistant professor (associate senior lecturer) as part of Lund University Programme for Global Excellence. The past two decades have witnessed a profound transformation in medicine driven by advances in our understanding of the immune system, particularly in oncology and the treatment of autoimmune and inflammatory disorders. Despite this progress, major challenges remain in improving the efficacy and precision of immunotherapies. Overcoming these challenges will require a deeper mechanistic insight to enable the development of rational, next-generation therapeutic strategies. To remain at the forefront of immunotherapy research, Lund University, its Medical and Technical Faculties, and Skåne University Hospital are undertaking a major strategic investment in this area. We invite applications from emerging research leaders with an exceptional track record to conduct ground-breaking research within the field of experimental cancer immunotherapy. As an Assistant Professor you will develop your qualifications over a period of 5 years after which you may be promoted to a tenured position as a senior lecturer, with opportunities for further career advancement. A start-up package to support the initial hiring of staff and running costs will be provided. You will receive five weeks of training in teaching and learning in higher education and get the opportunity to learn Swedish through the University’s Swedish language courses for new international staff.  As you prepare to move to Sweden, we offer you support through our relocation service, and if you’re bringing your family, they’ll receive support and make new connections through Lund’s International Citizen Hub who provides a gateway to Swedish society and your new community. At the turn of the year 2026/2027, Sweden’s largest scientific funder, the Swedish Research Council, will announce attractive funding for Assistant Professors with an international background. Our ambition is that appointments within the framework of the Lund University Programme for Global Excellence will be nominated for this funding. Read more about the Swedish Research Council here. Are  you ready to shape the research of the future? Learn more about why Lund University might be the right fit for you here, and more about working in Sweden here. These films provide information about Working in Lund, Moving to Lund and Living in Lund. Read more about the University joint announcement here. Duties – what we expect from you We want you to thrive and make the most of your time at Lund University and the Faculty of Medicine. As an assistant professor, you will therefore have the opportunity to engage whole- heartedly in the research you are passionate about. As the holder of this position, most of your time will be allocated for your own research in collaboration with strong research environments, research infrastructures and international platforms. In addition to conducting research, during your time as Assistant Professor you will also develop your teaching expertise, outreach and collaboration skills, as well as your proficiency in the Swedish language. Throughout your employment, you will be an active member of the Faculty of Medicine and participate in its diverse work. It is our hope that one of your first tasks will be to conduct an innovative research project funded by the Swedish Research Council. At the Faculty of Medicine, you will have the opportunity to establish a transformative and internationally competitive research program dedicated to the development of innovative therapies targeting the tumour microenvironment. The position has an emphasis on validation of immunotherapies using advanced mouse models of cancer. Specifically, the position will be part of the L2CancerBridge programme, coordinated by CREATE Health. CREATE Health is a strategic centre for translational cancer research at Lund University. The centre’s work is conducted primarily within the framework of L2CancerBridge, a five-year research programme that aims to bridge the gap between biological discoveries and clinical implementation, with a focus on next-generation antibody modalities and cellular therapies for cancer. The programme offers a genuinely unique research environment, where scientific freedom meets translational focus and clinical grounding, for researchers who want their science to make a real difference. The position supports scientific risk-taking and the development of innovative research directions in immuno-oncology, leveraging available strategic centres, platforms, and advanced core facilities, including Lund University Cancer Centre, the national antibody network within SciLifeLab, the LU-ATMP Centre, spatial biology, and flow cytometry. You are expected to develop a research program in Experimental cancer immunotherapy by leveraging antibody-based therapeutic modalities. The research may include, but is not limited to: Development of antibody-based immunotherapies for cancer Therapeutic targeting of paracrine communication within the tumour microenvironment, with relevance for immunotherapy Pre-clinical validation of experimental therapies in advanced mouse models of cancer Translational efforts to prepare pre-clinical programs for clinical entry You are expected to collaborate with experimental and computational research groups within Lund University. Applicants are encouraged to integrate high-dimensional profiling approaches, including single-cell and spatial omics, and to bridge mechanistic insights with translational applications in Experimental cancer immunotherapy. Qualifications for employment as an assistant professor You must hold a doctoral degree or have equivalent research expertise in Experimental cancer immunotherapy, or a closely related field. We will give priority to applicants who have been awarded their doctoral degree within the last 7 years, counted from the application deadline for the position. If you hold documents approved in Sweden that demonstrate special circumstances, such as parental leave, military service or illness following your degree, which have prevented you from working as a researcher, the degree in the subject may have been awarded earlier. In this case, you