Clinical Assistant in the Department of Therapeutic Pathology

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is consistently ranked as one of the world's leading academic institutions. With approximately 47,000 students and more than 8,800 employees in Lund, Helsingborg, and Malmö, we are united in our endeavor to understand, explain, and improve our world and human conditions. Lund University welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Gender equality, equal opportunities, and diversity are fundamental principles across all aspects of our operations. Workplace Description The research group consists of oncologists, pathologists, and engineers. After over a decade of translational studies and large-scale analyses of retrospectively collected tumor materials, the focus is now on validating and implementing the most important findings in clinical practice through prospective clinical studies. As tumor evolution and resistance mechanisms are a key focus area, the studies include dynamic, "on-treatment" biomarker monitoring, where tumor tissue analyses are complemented and correlated with circulating tumor cell DNA (ctDNA) and immune cell composition in repeated blood samples during treatment. The research group is now located in BMC C14. Within our research group, we prioritize a good working environment with respect and care in our relationships. We continuously strive to create conditions for job satisfaction, development, and participation for all employees. We Offer Lund University is a government agency, which means you receive special benefits, generous vacation, and favorable service pension. We also have a flextime agreement that creates good conditions for work-life balance. Read more on the university's website about employment at Lund University. Job Responsibilities and Areas of Responsibility As a clinical assistant, you will work on the following tasks: - Tumor tissue analysis using multiplex immunofluorescence - Single-cell RNA sequencing of blood samples - NGS analysis of cell-free tumor DNA in blood samples - Blood sample analysis using proximity ligation assay - Data compilation, visualization, correlation analyses, and statistical analyses in R Employment Requirements: - Admitted to doctoral-level education in medicine at Lund University - Master's degree in Engineering - Strong skills in assessing single and multiplex immunohistochemistry and single-cell sequencing of blood samples - Experience with genetic analysis of blood and tissue using NGS and data interpretation and compilation - Good programming skills in R - Excellent ability to work independently - Documented excellent scientific English skills - Very good collaboration abilities Additional Merits: - Experience participating in research autopsies and tissue handling - Experience collaborating with research nurses and handling patient samples and documentation in RedCap Other Information The position is 100% and time-limited according to the Higher Education Ordinance, Chapter 5, Sections 8-12 for 12 months. Desired start date is January 1, 2026, or by agreement. How to Apply The position is applied for through the university's recruitment system. The application should include a personal letter explaining why you are interested in the position and how the position matches your qualifications. The application should also include a CV, diploma or equivalent, and any additional supporting documents (copies of grades, reference information, recommendation letters, etc.) Warm welcome to submit your application! The Faculty of Medicine is an operational area within Lund University, responsible for education and research in medicine, care, and health. Education occurs in close collaboration with healthcare and is firmly rooted in the faculty's strong research tradition. The faculty's research spans a broad field of experimental basic research, patient-oriented clinical research, and health science research. The Faculty of Medicine, with over 1,800 employees and 2,700 students in Lund, Malmö, and Helsingborg, is a knowledge-intensive meeting place for students, teachers, and researchers from around the world. We decline all contact from advertising sellers, recruitment, and staffing companies due to government procurement rules.