Researcher in Experimental Immunology

The Department of Medical Biochemistry and Microbiology (IMBIM) at Uppsala University offers a broad, international environment for research and teaching. IMBIM conducts basic research in biochemistry, cell and molecular biology, tumor biology, comparative genetics, functional genomics, immunology, bacteriology, and virology. The department’s research is primarily basic, but its applications have clear connections to and significance for health and disease in both animals and humans. A more detailed description is available at Research – Department of Medical Biochemistry and Microbiology – Uppsala University

Tasks

Main tasks are research on molecular mechanisms in the field of inflammatory skin diseases, including psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. In particular, the research will focus on various methods to study the role of mast cells in such diseases. Among other things, the work will include new methods to induce selective apoptosis in mast cells. The work will include culture of primary cells and several techniques to study the effect of different substances on skin mast cells, e.g., fluorescence microscopy, live imaging, flow cytometry, in vivo techniques and various cell biological and biochemical techniques.

Qualification requirements

Doctoral degree in immunology, molecular/cell biology or equivalent, with extensive experience from experimental laboratory work. The work requires documented experience in cell culture, in vivo techniques, as well as experience in various immunological and cell biology techniques such as flow cytometry, qPCR, Western blot, transfections, cell staining and microscopy. Prior experience in skin biology and/or mast cell biology is an advantage. The applicant must have the ability to work independently and be able to collaborate with other members of the group as well as with national and international partners. Very good knowledge of English, both spoken and written, is required. Personal qualities such as flexibility, accuracy and the ability to collaborate are valued.

Selection Criteria

When selecting among qualified applicants, particular emphasis will be placed on scientific competence. In this recruitment, the University will primarily consider the candidate who, following a comprehensive assessment of documented qualifications, competence, and skills, is deemed to have the best prerequisites to carry out and develop the relevant duties and contribute to the positive development of the department.

About the Position

The employment is a temporary position for six months, with an eventual possible opportunity for continued fixed-term employment. The position is full-time. Start date to be agreed upon. Location: Uppsala

For further information regarding the position, please contact: Professor Gunnar Pejler, gunnar.pejler@imbim.uu.se and Professor Enikö Pivarcsi Sonkoloy, eniko.sonkoloy@medsci.uu.se

Please submit your application latest by October 15, 2026. UFV-PA 2026/2745

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Anställningsform: särskild visstidsanställning | Anställningens omfattning: heltid | Antal lediga befattningar: 1 | Sysselsättningsgrad: 100 | Ort: Uppsala | Län: Uppsala län | Land: Sweden | Referensnummer: UFV-PA 2026/2745 | Kontakt: Gunnar Pejler , Gunnar Pejler , Enikö Pivarcsi Sonkoly , Enikö Pivarcsi Sonkoly , | Publicerat: 2026-09-17 | Sista ansökningsdag: 2026-10-15