Researcher position – single-cell-based multiomics

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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 315 employees and approximately 450 million SEK in total assets.

Duties

We are looking for a researcher to take a leading role in an externally funded research program focusing on advanced multiome technologies for single cells in cancer biology. The work involves the development and application of integrated transcriptomic and epigenomic methods (e.g., scRNA-seq, scATAC-seq, CITE-seq, and multiome platforms) to study tumor heterogeneity, clonal evolution, and epigenetic plasticity.

The employee is expected to independently run sub-projects, contribute to strategic planning of research activities, and take responsibility for method development and data analysis within the group. The position includes experimental work in cell and animal models, advanced bioinformatic analysis of bulk and single-cell data, and integration of molecular profiles with functional in vivo studies. Supervision of doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows, as well as participation in teaching and administrative tasks, are included.

Qualifications

A PhD in a relevant subject is required. The applicant must have strong scientific credentials and documented experience of bulk and single-cell-based multiomics (e.g., RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, scRNA-seq, scATAC-seq, CITE-seq) as well as the ability to independently analyze and integrate these data.

Documented experience in translational cancer research and relevant animal models is required, including the integration of molecular profiling with functional in vivo validation.

Very good bioinformatic skills are required, with advanced analysis in R and work in a UNIX/Linux environment, as well as experience of established frameworks for single-cell data and reproducible analysis flows. Experience of integrated multi-omic platforms and HPC environments is an advantage.

Fluency in English (spoken and written) is a requirement. Knowledge of Swedish with the ability to work professionally in Swedish is a strong merit. Great importance will be attached to personal suitability.

Employment

The position is permanent, full time, and is placed at the Institute of Biomedicin. Probationary employment could be applied. First day of employment as agreed.

Selection process

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Contact information for the post

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Lars Palmqvist, Professor: Tfn: +46-700 82 36 12

E-mail: lars.palmqvist@clinchem.gu.se

Unions

Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss/hjalp-for-sokande

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 giving a brief description of previous research experience, and a motivation to why you are applying

– A CV including a list of publications

– Proof of completed PhD

– Contact details of two references

Applications must be received by: 2026-03-25.

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.