Staff Scientist in In Situ Sequencing

The Department of biochemstry and biophysics. The National Facility for In Situ Sequencing (ISS), located at SciLifeLab in Solna, provides state-of-the-art ISS technology to researchers across Sweden. In situ sequencing (ISS) enables highly multiplexed RNA profiling directly within cells and whole tissue sections, preserving spatial information for advanced molecular analysis. The facility’s mission is to make this powerful technology accessible by offering ISS services to the research community.

We are looking for a highly motivated staff scientist to join the In Situ Sequencing (ISS) Unit at the Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics (DBB), Stockholm University. While formally affiliated with the Department of biochemistry and biophysics at Stockholm university, the position is based at SciLifeLab, Sweden’s national hub for cutting-edge life science research.

More information about us, please visit: The Department of biochemistry and biophysics, and The National Facility for In Situ Sequencing (ISS).

Main responsibilities

The primary responsibility of this role is to work on projects for external users, but the position also includes internal research and development.

Wet lab work involves processing tissue samples, performing ISS library preparation and cyclic detection, and handling sensitive instruments such as fluorescence microscopes and the Xenium in situ platform.

Office work includes image data processing/analysis and writing project reports.

Qualification requirements

Required Qualifications

• PhD in molecular biology or equivalent competence.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Experience with in situ hybridization or similar techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in service-oriented laboratory operations or working with laboratory information systems and quality assurance.
• Experience with fluorescence microscopy.
• Experience handling biological tissue and cells.
• Solid understanding of molecular biology/biochemistry.

To succeed in this role, you should be an independent problem-solver with a structured and quality-conscious approach to work. Strong communication skills, both written and spoken, are essential, as well as excellent collaboration skills.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

About the employment

This is a full-time, indefinite-term employment with a six-month probationary period. Stockholm University applies individual salary setting. Start date as agreement.

We offer

With us, you will experience the dynamic interaction between higher education and research that makes Stockholm University an exciting and creative environment. You will work in an international environment and get favourable conditions. The university is located in the National City Park with good transport links to the city.

Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all.

Contact

Further information about the position can be obtained from unit manager Katarina Tiklova, katarina.tiklova@scilifelab.se, or unit manager Chika Yokota, chika.yokota@scilifelab.se.

Application

Apply for the position at Stockholm University's recruitment system. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete and that it is submitted before the deadline.

The instructions for applicants are available at: How to apply for a position.