Research Assistant in computational omics and immune regulation

Research Assistant in Computational Omics and Immune Regulation

Our group develops and applies novel computational and single-cell genomics approaches to understand how transcriptional regulation and alternative splicing shape immune cell states, with a particular focus on T-cell regulation, endocrine organs and autoimmune disease. We are particularly interested in how immune cells respond immediately to stimulation and how these early molecular events may shape later cell fate and functional outcomes.

The successful candidate will work at the interface of computational biology, single-cell technologies and immunology in a collaborative, method-driven research environment.

You will be a computational research assistant in the team tasked with supporting and driving bioinformatic analyses in ongoing projects in the lab. The work will include analysis of single-cell and multi-omic sequencing data, development of reproducible workflows, and close collaboration with experimental researchers.

We are looking for an enthusiastic computational research assistant to work on exciting challenges in single cell genomics, autoimmunity and endocrinology. The ideal candidate should have obtained a MSc degree in bioinformatics, computational biology or a related field. You should be familiar with Linux/Unix environments and have experience using R and/or Python for the analysis of biological data. Experience with NGS/genomics data, 16S rRNA sequencing data, or single-cell RNA-sequencing analysis is highly meriting.

Previous experience with reproducible workflows, data visualization, statistics or high-performance computing is also considered an advantage. You must be able to communicate fluently in written and spoken English and demonstrate strong teamwork skills, attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a research environment.

A creative and inspiring environment with wide-ranging expertise and interests. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world's leading medical universities. Our vision is to pursue the development of knowledge about life and to promote a better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. Karolinska Institutet is also a state university, which entitles you to several good benefits through our collective agreement.

And you get to practice freely in our modern wellness facilities, where trained staff are on site.

The position is located within the Department of Medicine, Solna. The department consists of ten divisions and each division consists of several research groups. The position is located within the research group of Sophie Bensing within the Division of Experimental Endocrinology, with research activities connected to immune regulation, single-cell genomics, endocrinology and autoimmune disease.

KI applies individual and differentiated salary setting in accordance with our collective agreements RALS and RALS-T. The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system. In this recruitment, you will apply with your CV without a personal letter. Instead, you will answer some questions about why you are applying for the job in the application form.