Two postdocs in nanosafety research
Karolinska Institutet, Institutet för Miljömedicin / Biologjobb / Solna
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The Unit
Engineered nanomaterials hold great promise in a range of biomedical applications, including medical imaging and for targeted delivery of therapeutic compounds.
However, the biocompatibility of nano(bio)materials has to be carefully evaluated. The Unit of Molecular Toxicology at the Institute of Environmental Medicine is engaged in nanosafety research with a strong emphasis on the in vitro assessment of hazardous effects of nano(bio)materials including metal/metal oxide and carbon-based materials on the innate immune system, focusing on relevant endpoints such as cytokine-chemokine responses; the role of the bio-corona of adsorbed biomolecules is also under investigation. The work is conducted in the frame of the Flagship Project GRAPHENE (focus on graphene and other 2D materials), the national MISTRA project, and the H2020 project BIORIMA. We are seeking to recruit two post doc researchers for these projects. The positions are full-time and temporary for one year.
Duties
The successful applicants will work at the Unit of Molecular Toxicology at the Institute of Environmental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, in a highly international environment. Both post docs will focus on cellular interactions of engineered nano(bio)materials, using primary immune cells and transformed cell lines as model systems. They will also participate in other joint activities such as consortium meetings in MISTRA, BIORIMA, and GRAPHENE, and provide assistance to the PI in the preparation of periodic reports to the project coordinators in each respective project.
Entry requirements
We are looking for highly motivated candidates with a PhD degree in cell- or molecular biology, immunology, toxicology or equivalent field of research and a strong and well-documented interest in nanotoxicology/nanosafety research. Experience with the following techniques is needed: isolation and maintenance of primary cell cultures and cell lines, confocal and light microscopy, flow cytometry, and other standard cell- and molecular biology techniques. The successful candidates must also have a basic command of nanomaterial physico-chemical characterization, eg. DLS. Excellent communication skills (in English) and an ability to interact scientifically with other post docs and students in the laboratory, and with other members of the consortium, are essential. Previous post doc experience and a strong publication record are preferred. Previous experience of large collaborative research projects is considered an advantage.
Application process
The application must contain the following documents in English:
- Curriculum vitae, including date of the PhD defense, previous academic position(s), current position, and list of laboratory skills, and a description of any previous participation in EU funded research project(s) (max. 5 pages).
- List of publications, including original articles, review articles, and book chapters (do not send any reprints).
- Statement of current/future research interests (max. 1 page).
- At least two signed letters of recommendation from current or former supervisors (send scanned copies of letters).
The application is to be submitted through the MyNetwork recruitment system.
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Publiceringsdatum2017-09-12ErsättningMånadslön
Så ansöker duSista dag att ansöka är 2017-10-01
Ange följande referens när du ansöker: 2-3841/2017
Klicka på denna länk för att göra din ansökanKontaktBengt Fadeel, Professor 08-524 877 37/
bengt.fadeel@ki.seFöretagKarolinska Institutet, Institutet för miljömedicin
AdressKarolinska Institutet, Institutet för miljömedicin
Nobels väg 13
17177 Stockholm
KontorsadressNobels väg 13
Jobbnummer 3692659
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