Assistant Professor in immunology

Karolinska Institutet

Join a global community of excellence. Are you a bold, creative researcher ready to shape the future of medical science? Karolinska Institutet (KI), one of the world’s foremost medical universities, is seeking 20 outstanding early-career researchers to join as Assistant Professors in various subject areas.

The Department of Clinical Sciences at Danderyd Hospital focuses on high-impact clinical and translational research. It is embedded in Danderyd Hospital, hosting medical students and patient care, with access to biobanking and specialized platforms.

What do we offer? If you meet the requirements and propose a groundbreaking research project, we offer a six-year Assistant Professor position with a funding package of SEK 9 million. There is potential for promotion to Senior Lecturer. Benefits include interdisciplinary collaboration, connections with healthcare providers, and a comprehensive package under collective agreements.

Description of the subject area: We seek a junior researcher in translational immunology, focusing on mucosal IgA structure-function relationships for vaccine and therapeutic antibody design. The project uses a unique biobank and various assays.

Your mission: Build an academic profile by developing research independence, supporting the mucosal immunology group, and eventually establishing your own research group.

Eligibility requirements: A PhD in a relevant subject, at least two peer-reviewed publications, and completion of higher education pedagogical courses within two years.

Assessment criteria: Emphasis on scientific excellence, with meritorious qualities including research plan quality, international experience, background in mucosal immunology, antibody glycosylation, organoid culturing, and supervision skills.

Application guidelines: Submit a personal letter, application form with research project, publications, PhD certificate, and any deductible time certificate. Apply by September 2, 2025.

Type of employment: Temporary position, full-time, 100%, located in Danderyd, Sweden.

Contact: Charlotte Thålin, PI, charlotte.thalin@ki.se, +46709565120.