Research assistant

The Department of Ecology, Environment and Plant Sciences (DEEP) is located in the Arrhenius Laboratories, situated at the University Campus at Frescati. Presently around 100 people, including 35 PhD students and 15 postdocs, in 25 research groups work at DEEP.

More information about us, please visit: the Department of Ecology, Environment and Plant Sciences.

Main responsibilities

As a research assistant you will join a team of scientists at DEEP and the Department of Zoology at Stockholm University and contribute to ongoing research on the evolution of pollen morphology in response to evolutionary transitions between wind- and insect-pollination modes. You will collect, prepare, image, and post-process pollen samples from herbarium collections worldwide. The main tasks include assessing the quality of pollen slides, preparing and scanning multi-slide setups using an automated high-throughput light microscopy system, and assisting in post-processing of images to extract morphometric measurements and morphological traits. Your responsibilities may also include preparation of new pollen slides from herbarium samples, database management, image curation and analyses, and administration related to sample collection.

Qualification requirements

• Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree in evolutionary biology or related field.
• Microscopy experience is a merit, preferably with automated light microscopy systems.
• Experience working in biological or chemical research laboratory settings is a merit.
• Analytical and programming skills (particularly Python experience) is a merit.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment is required.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English is required.
• Substantial weight will be given to personal aptitude, suitability, and motivation.

About the employment

This is a full-time, fixed-term employment for three months. Stockholm University applies individual salary setting. Start date in January 2026 or 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 project manager Allison Hsiang, allison.hsiang@su.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.