Researcher assistant in micro- and nanoengineering

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Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

The research will be conducted in the group of Professor Volker Lauschke. In the group, we use 3D cell culture systems of primary human cells, microfluidics and integrative bioinformatics approaches to develop better model systems for prediction of drug toxicity and to identify novel therapeutic strategies for complex metabolic diseases, such as type 2 diabetes. In addition, we are interested in understanding the molecular basis of hepatic plasticity in liver injury and regeneration. Furthermore, we study the genetic basis of drug response and adverse drug reactions on a population-scale.

Your mission

The successful applicant will design and fabricate biocompatible microfluidic devices and micro-electromechanical systems for the culture of organotypic human tissue models. Specific focus will be placed on the development of technical platforms that allow for the scale-up of such microphysiological systems.

Your profile

You should have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. You have expertise in fabrication of polymer devices based on thiol-ene/thiol-ene-epoxy systems. More specifically, you should have experience in micro/nano reaction injection molding and computer aided design (CAD) modeling in Solid Edge and L’Edit software, be familiar with electron beam-, nanoimprint- and photo-lithography procedures, AFM/SEM characterization and wet/dry etching. In addition, microfluidics FEM simulation and programming capabilities are considered as important merits. Great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities.

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

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. 

Last date to apply is 24 March.

Permanent position is initiated by a six months trial period.

Want to make a difference? Join us and contribute to better health for all

Type of employment
Permanent position

Contract type
Full time

First day of employment
Upon agreement

Salary
Monthly salary

Number of positions
1

Full-time equivalent
100 %

City
Solna

County
Stockholms län

Country
Sweden

Reference number
STÖD 2-904/2026

Contact

• Volker Lauschke, volker.lauschkeki.se

Union representative

• Bodil Moberg , ST-OFR, bodil.mobergki.se
• Helin Norberg, SACO, helin.norbergki.se
• Elizabeth Valenzuela, SEKO, elizabeth.valenzuelaki.se

Published
04.Mar.2026

Last application date
24.Mar.2026

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