Post Doctoral Researcher in Molecular Eicosanoid Research (scholarship)
Karolinska Institutet · Solna · Deadline 2026-11-05
Karolinska Institutet in Solna is seeking a **Post Doctoral Researcher in Molecular Eicosanoid Research** to join a basic science research team based at Biomedicum. The role focuses on frontline research into bioactive lipids—specifically prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and lipoxins—aiming for publication in high-impact journals and the pursuit of independent grant funding. The position is funded through a **tax-free postdoctoral scholarship** awarded for twelve months at a time, renewable for up to a total of two years. Applicants must hold a **PhD degree in biochemistry, protein chemistry, structural biology, or protein engineering** (or a foreign degree deemed equivalent) obtained in a preclinical research environment. Candidates who have not completed their degree by the application deadline may apply if all requirements are fulfilled before the start date. Essential qualifications include hands-on experience in the biochemical and biophysical characterization of native and recombinant proteins, extensive knowledge of experimental cell and molecular biology techniques (such as qRT-PCR, SDS-PAGE, and western blot), and experience in lipid mediator biology. As an internationalization fellowship, the scholarship is strictly open to foreign researchers moving to Sweden; individuals currently residing in Sweden or who completed any part of their academic education in the country are not eligible.
Post Doctoral Researcher in Molecular Eicosanoid Research(scholarship)
Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?
The Department of Medical Biochemistry and Biophysics is the premier department for basic science at KI, located in Biomedicum, a new center for experimental research. The successful candidate will become a member of the Division of Chemistry 2 and be part of front-line research in the field of bioactive lipids, especially prostaglandins, leukotrienes and lipoxins, collectively known as eicosanoids.
Duties
The applicant needs to have strong competence in running projects independently and good abilities for teamwork and cooperation within a dynamic group of basic scientists. The applicant is expected to lead and conduct cutting-edge research for publication in highly ranked journals and apply for independent grants.
Eligibility
- A PhD degree in the field of biochemistry, protein chemistry, structural biology and/or protein engineering obtained in a preclinical research environment.
- Hands-on research experience in biochemical and biophysical characterization of native and recombinant proteins.
- Extensive experience with experimental techniques in cell and molecular biology such as qRT-PCR, SDS-PAGE, and western blot.
- Experience in lipid mediator biochemistry and biology.
Entry requirements
Postdoctoral scholarships may be established for foreign researchers who pursue their merit in Sweden. A foreign researcher is a person living in another country who comes to Sweden with the intention of only staying in Sweden for all or part of their postdoctoral education at KI. Persons who are resident in Sweden and/or have carried out all or part of their academic education at KI or some other educational institution in Sweden cannot be considered for scholarships. The purpose of scholarships for postdoctoral qualification is to promote internationalization and contribute to research qualification after a doctorate or equivalent.
A scholarship for carrying out postdoctoral research can be granted for a maximum of two years within a four-year period following the receipt of a doctoral degree or equivalent.
To be eligible for a postdoctoral scholarship, the person must have obtained a doctorate, or a foreign degree deemed to be equivalent to a doctorate. Applicants who have not completed a doctorate at the end of the application period may also apply, provided that all requirements for a completed degree are met before the (intended) start date of the post-doctoral education.
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. Here, we conduct innovative medical research and provide the largest range of biomedical education in Sweden. At KI, you get to meet researchers working with a wide range of specialisms and methods, giving you ample opportunity to exchange knowledge and experience with the various scientific fields within medicine and health. It is the crossover collaborations, which have pushed KI to where it is today, at the forefront of global research. Several of the people you meet in healthcare are educated at KI. A close relationship with the health care providers is important for creating groundbreaking top quality education and research. Students and employees have free access to our modern gym facilities with trained staff on site.
Location: Solna
Type of scholarship
The amount is tax free and it is set for twelve months at a time, paid out on a six months basis. In exceptional cases, shorter periods may be acceptable.
Application process
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- A complete curriculum vitae, including date of the thesis defence, title of the thesis, previous academic positions, academic title, current position, academic distinctions, and committee work
- A complete list of publications
- A summary of current work (no more than one page)
The application is to be submitted on the Varbi recruitment system.
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Jobbfakta
Fält – Värde
First day of employment – Upon agreement
Salary – scholarship
Reference number – STÖD 2-4255/2026
Contact – Jesper Haeggström, Professor, jesper.haeggstrom@ki.se
Union representative – Helin Norberg, helin.norberg@ki.se
Published – 15.Oct.2026
Last application date – 05.Nov.2026