Laboratory assistant in Medicine
We are looking for a laboratory assistant in medicine for a fixed-term employment at the School of Medical Sciences.
Background
Emerging research shows that a disturbed gut-brain axis is involved in the pathophysiology of Parkinson's disease (PD). The hallmark protein, alpha-synuclein, is highly present in the gut and possibly the root cause of several gastrointestinal issues that PD patients experience many years before developing the motoric symptoms characteristic for the disease.Our interest lies in whether alpha-synuclein can be transported from the gut to the brain enclosed in EVs. We are therefore interested in developing techniques for 1) identifying alpha-synuclein in the cargo of EVs 2) exploring gut-specific EV markers that can help to differentiate between different vesicular populations.
Duties and responsibilities
The laboratory assistant will set up methods for investigating extracellular vesicles in blood plasma and colonic tissue serosal fluid from patients with Parkinson’s disease and healthy controls.
Qualifications
We are looking for someone with a bachelor's in biochemistry and master's in programs that focus on translational medical research. You should also have prior experience from extracellular vesicles research. You should have very good skills in English and the ability to work both collaboratively in an international environment and independently with methods related to extracellular research.
Information
This project and employment are limited to a term of 4 months at 100 %. The project period will be from 25-08-2025 to 23-12-2025. At Örebro University, salary depends on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.
For more information about the position, contact Dr John-Peter Ganda Mall by email: john-peter.ganda-mall@oru.se. The head of unit is associate professor Isak Demirel, 019 3134 72, email: isak.demirel@oru.se.
At Örebro University, we expect each member of staff to be open to development and change; take responsibility for their work and performance; demonstrate a keen interest in collaboration and contribute to development; as well as to show respect for others by adopting a constructive and professional approach.
Örebro University actively pursues equal opportunities and gender equality as well as a work environment characterised by openness, trust and respect. We value the qualities that diversity adds to our operations.
ApplicationThe application is made online. Click the button “Apply” to begin the application procedure.
For the application to be complete, the following electronic documents must be included:
- Covering letter, outlining how you believe you can contribute to the project
- CV with a relevant description of your overall qualifications and experience, including an account of research qualifications and experience
- Copies of relevant course/degree certificates and references verifying eligibility and criteria met
More information for applicants will be found on our career site: https://www.oru.se/english/career/available-positions/applicants-and-external-experts/
The application deadline is 2025-05-15. We look forward to receiving your application!
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