Website Linköping University
The position
You will, in your future employment, actively participate in a research project on multiple sclerosis (MS), where you will be responsible for bioinformatic analyses aimed at identifying biomarkers for disease progression and treatment response. The position also includes manuscript preparation.
The person we need
The person we need is analytical, curious, and a strong team player.
The following education, experience and expertise are required:
· Master’s degree in bioinformatics, computer science, computational biology, or a related field.
· Experience in the analysis of large-scale biological data, such as proteomics, metabolomics, or other omics data types. Proficiency in statistical analysis (in particular predictive modeling), machine learning, and visualization of complex data.
· Very good proficiency in spoken and written English.
In addition, the following education, experience and expertise will strengthen an application:
· Ability to communicate and explain complex bioinformatics research findings within interdisciplinary teams.
· Experience working in a laboratory environment or in close collaboration with experimental researchers (e.g., molecular biology).
· Research experience in autoimmune diseases, in particular multiple sclerosis, and an understanding of relevant clinical factors and pathological mechanisms.
· Basic proficiency in Swedish.
The workplace
The position is located in the Division of Molecular Medicine and Virology, MMV, in Sofia Nyström’s research group. Molecular and cellular research in the fields of cancer, inflammatory diseases, and infections is conducted at the division. The research group focuses on mechanisms that lead to immune activation in inflammatory diseases and on identifying biomarkers in multiple sclerosis.
The employment
This is a fixed-term, full-time position for 4 months, starting date by agreement
Salary and employment benefits
More information about employee benefits is available here.
Union representatives
Information about union representatives, see Help for applicants.
Application procedure
Apply for the position by clicking the “Apply” button below. Your application must reach Linköping University no later than June 22, 2026.
Applications and documents received after the date above will not be considered.
We welcome applicants with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives – diversity enriches our work and helps us grow. Preserving everybody’s equal value, rights and opportunities is a natural part of who we are. Read more about our work with: Equal opportunities.
We look forward to receiving your application!
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Contact persons
Johanna Källming
HR-manager
+46 13 28 57 76
Sofia Nyström
Associate Professor, Docent
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