AIMES – Center for the Advancement of Integrated Medical and Engineering Sciences is a interdisciplinary research center co-affiliated between Karolinska Institutet (KI) and the KTH Royal Institute of Technology (KTH). Research at AIMES is characterized by intimate interactions between pre-clinical and clinical scientists and researchers with natural sciences and engineering backgrounds. Biomedical research in infection and neuroscience is addressed by the development of cutting-edge approaches based on Organic Bioelectronics, Organ-on-Chip technology, and Tissue Microbiology, which combines expertise in electroactive polymers, chemistry, microfluidics, neurobiology, microbiology, physiology, pathology and intravital imaging. Other areas of research include renewable biomaterials, sensor technologies and anti-fouling surfaces. AIMES has an explicit aim to translate scientific findings to societal use via strong interactions with external stakeholders.
AIMES is located in Biomedicum, KI Campus Solna. AIMES is hosted at KI by the Department of Neuroscience, world-leaders in research on the function of the nervous system in health and disease. AIMES host at KTH is the Department of Fibre and Polymer Technology, the largest academic institution on native and synthetic polymers in Sweden.
Your mission
The position of research assistant is a fixed-term position for 3 months in the Organ-on-Chip team within the Herland Lab Group at AIMES. In this project, we develop Organ-on-Chip aimed at recreating physiological functions in vitro. The research engineer will work with induced pluripotent stem cells and primary cells. The position includes the development new techniques for microfluidic systems based on 3D printing, laser patterning and replica molding. The work also include analyzing samples with various assays and microscopy.
Your profile
We are looking for a candidate with a completed master’s thesis in biotechnology or medical engineering and previous research experience in stem cell work and fabrication of microfluidic devices. Experience to work in sterile Biosafety level 2 environments at the project start are needed for this position. Excellent written and spoken English is required. We stress research and microengineering expertise when assessing applicants. In addition, we prioritize applicants well versed in performing We want the applicant to have great communication skills as they will be working in a diverse and international group and will regularly report on and present their progress.
What do we offer?
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.
Location: Solna
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Application
Welcome to apply at the latest 2025-04-16
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.
This is a fixed-term position for up to 3 months.
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