Researcher in tumor immunology

The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 58 000 students and 6800 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive study programmes attract researchers and students from around the world. With new knowledge and new perspectives, the University contributes to a better future.The Institute of Biomedicine is involved in both research and education. In both of these areas, we focus on fundamental knowledge of the living cell – what it consists of, how it works, how its function is directed by the genetic material, and how it interacts with various kinds of micro-organisms. Using this knowledge, we try to elucidate the causes of diseases, and find new ways to diagnose and treat them. The Institute is composed of the following four departments: • The Department of Infectious Diseases • The Department of Microbiology and Immunology • The Department of Medical Biochemistry and Cell Biology • The Department of Laboratory Medicine At present, the institute has about 340 employees and approximately 450 million SEK in total assets Duties  The researcher position will be linked to a research project focusing on immunological assessments of preoperative biopsies to improve the diagnostics of rectal cancer to thereby individualize the treatment regimes. The methods that will be used in the project include multicolor immunohistochemistry, proteomics on cell lysates, bioinformatics and analyses of multiplex IHC. The candidate is also expected to supervise students at both master's and doctoral level and to apply for research grants. Qualifications  To qualify the applicant should have a Ph.D. in relevant subject such as immunology or tumor biology. The applicant should have knowledge or interest in the field of cancer research, practical laboratory experience within immunology and/or cancer research is a requirement. Highly proficient in spoken and written English is necessary. Extensive experience in immunohistochemistry, proteomics, bioinformatics as well as in depth knowledge of multiplex IHC analyses are highly valued. Documented knowledge within cancer in the gastrointestinal tract, experience of supervision and teaching is an advantage. It is expected that you can conduct research in a highly independent manner. We value a candidate who is driven, organizational, meticulous and effective and independent. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability as the project is conducted in collaboration with other researchers. Employment  The employment is full time and temporary, 4 months, with placement at the Institute of biomedicine. First day of employment as agreed. Selection process  https://www.gu.se/en/work-at-the-university-of-gothenburg/how-to-apply-for-a-position  Contact information for the post  If you have any questions about the position, please contact professor Ulf Yrlid, Email: ulf.yrlid@gu.se Unions  Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss/hjalp-for-sokande  Application  To apply for a position at the University of Gothenburg, you have to create an account in our recruitment system. Submit your application via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal by clicking the “Apply” button. It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per the vacancy notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline. The application should contain proof of completed PhD. Applications must be received by: 2026-02-04 The University works actively to achieve a working environment with equal conditions, and values the qualities that diversity brings to its operations. Salaries are set individually at the University. In accordance with the National Archives of Sweden’s regulations, the University must archive application documents for two years after the appointment is filled. If you request that your documents are returned, they will be returned to you once the two years have passed. Otherwise, they will be destroyed. In connection to this recruitment, we have already decided which recruitment channels we should use. We therefore decline further contact with vendors, recruitment and staffing companies.