PhD Student in Biomarkers for Neurodegenerative Diseases

About the role

The Biomarkers in Brain Disease research group at the Department of Experimental Medical Science studies how disease mechanisms in the body and brain interact in Huntington's disease, using in vivo and in vitro experiments, microscopy and molecular biology methods. The workplace is shared by five research groups on neurodegenerative diseases, with about 25-30 people, in a friendly, international environment. The project focuses on how disruptions to the body's biological clock affect Huntington's disease, combining in vitro and in vivo studies with methods such as RNA sequencing, and balances laboratory work with data analysis.

Key responsibilities

• Devote yourself to your doctoral studies, admitted as a student and employed at Lund University
• Carry out in vitro and in vivo experiments and data analysis
• May supervise Bachelor's or Master's students

Required profile

• Second-cycle degree with at least 240 higher education credits, of which at least 60 at second-cycle level, or equivalent knowledge
• Good ability to utilise doctoral studies; priority to graduates within three years of the closing date
• Good knowledge of neurodegenerative diseases and molecular biology
• Demonstrated experience of in vivo and in vitro studies
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively
• Good written and spoken English

Required skills

• Very good knowledge of molecular biology
• Experience of primer design and RT-PCR optimisation
• Experience of collaborative research projects
• Ability to present research clearly in writing and visually

What we offer

• Full-time, fixed-term position for four years, starting 1 January 2027 or as agreed, based in Lund
• Benefits of being admitted as a student and employed at a public university, including generous holidays and a favourable occupational pension

Applications require a cover letter, CV, degree certificate and supporting documents; they are reviewed continuously.