Postdoctoral Researcher - Molecular Skeletal Biology

About the role

Lund University's Division of Molecular Skeletal Biology, within the Cell, Tissue and Organ Engineering group led by Dr. Paul Bourgine, is seeking a full-time postdoctoral researcher for a fixed-term position starting 1 February 2027 or by agreement. The group studies bone formation and aims to compile human-specific knowledge to develop regenerative therapies. The position is based in Lund, Sweden.

Key responsibilities

• Develop novel culture systems for tissue engineering
• Isolate and differentiate primary human cells
• Identify cellular and molecular events during endochondral ossification
• Other tasks may also be relevant

Required profile

• PhD in Biology or Bioengineering, or a foreign degree deemed equivalent, at the time of hiring
• Documented postdoctoral experience in different laboratories
• At least three first-author publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Documented experience in vascular biology and vessel engineering
• Robust experience in 3D culture applied to ossification
• Good knowledge of English, written and spoken

Required skills

• Culture and differentiation of human primary cells in 2D and 3D
• Microfluidics and microscopy
• Prototyping with AutoCAD
• Strong laboratory and analytical skills, able to work independently and in an interdisciplinary team

Merits: human mesenchymal cell culture, biomaterials science or polymer synthesis background, 3D printing and additive manufacturing experience, and experience as an executive member of scientific societies. The position is limited to a minimum of two and a maximum of three years; teaching may be included.

Applications require a cover letter, a CV with two former supervisors' names and contacts, a full publication list, and a copy of the PhD diploma.