Postdoctoral resercher in collaboration with Region Jönköpings län

This position involves a combined position at the Department of Clinical Diagnostics, Jönköping University and the National Reference Laboratory (NRL) for tick-borne bacteria, Laboratory Medicine, Region Jönköping County.

The NRL Tick-borne Bacteria is part of the Swedish Laboratory Network in Microbiology (SLIM) coordinated by the Public Health Agency of Sweden. NRL's mission is to provide primary and confirmatory diagnostics, reference material and expert support for the country's healthcare, as well as to actively conduct research, development and external monitoring in the field of tick-borne bacteria. 

The Department of Clinical Diagnostics (DCD) at JU offers three different undergraduate programs: the X-ray Nurse Program, and the Biomedical Analyst with two specializations (Laboratory Medicine and Clinical Physiology). It is a dynamic workplace characterized by a number of different professions. We have good and established collaborations in education and research both nationally and internationally. AKD stands for solid competence and has good conditions for both staff and students to develop.

The three undergraduate programs also correspond to three programs at the advanced level: Master's program with a specialization in radiography and biomedical laboratory science specializing in laboratory medicine and clinical physiology.

Responsibilities

To run and coordinate, with the support of a supervisor, a research project aimed at developing a diagnostic test for current Lyme disease infection based on FluoroSpot technology. The work may include, for example, taking care of study samples, separation and freezing of peripheral blood mononuclear cells, temporary stay at companies in Stockholm to gain insight into the production of antigen / peptides and training in FluoroSpot technology, incubation and antigen stimulation of cells, result compilation, data analysis and scientific reporting in oral and written form.

The tasks also include teaching corresponding to 10-20% of full-time at Jönköping University.

Qualifications

To be able to perform the work, good knowledge of English is required, both in speech and writing. You should also have experience in handling viable blood cells and basic knowledge of scientific methodology and statistics. Furthermore, it is important to have good knowledge of Excel and be able to document analysis results in a systematic way. The role also requires the ability to work independently and in a structured manner, and to take initiative. You are also expected to show judgment and sensitivity, while having a good ability to collaborate with others. In addition, you must have obtained a doctoral degree no more than three years before the deadline for applications.

Meritorious

• Teaching experience

Information about the position

The position is a fixed-term employment in accordance with the agreement on fixed-term employment as a full-time postdoc for two years with access according to agreement.

• Apply by February 28, 2025.

The application should include

• CV and cover letter
• Certified curriculum vitae
• References
• Doctoral thesis
• Certified certificates and diplomas
• List of publications