Veterinarian or Veterinarian Nurse for Pre-Clinical Imaging with PET

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

At the Brain Molecular Imaging Centre (BMIC), you will work at the forefront of molecular brain imaging with positron emission tomography (PET), where we combine expertise and innovative methods to understand and develop treatments for various brain diseases, metabolic disorders, and cancer. We have direct access to advanced research environments and a primate facility, which enables rapid development and validation of new markers directly in clinical research. Here, you will find an inspiring workplace with a high level of competence, the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research, and be part of developing future medical treatments!

Your mission

We are seeking a veterinarian/veterinarian nurse who will be part of the BMIC core facility, whose purpose is to provide expertise and competence for PET studies in humans and primates, supporting both research projects and drug development programmes. PET is an imaging technique used to investigate brain function and/or biomarkers in healthy subjects and patients with various medical conditions. Working with PET experiments involves working close to or with low levels of radiation in a controlled environment.

As a veterinarian/veterinarian nurse, your primary responsibilities will involve working with modern anaesthetic techniques on primates, which includes preparation, intubation, inhalation anaesthesia, and monitoring of anaesthesia, as well as research documentation associated with PET studies. You will work closely with colleagues in the core facility, as well as with researchers, veterinarians, and animal technical staff in other parts of Karolinska Institutet.

Your profile

We are looking for someone with an education as veterinarian or veterinarian nurse with extensive experience in anaesthesia and knowledge of animal research. Experience with placement of venous catheters is required and experience with arterial catheters is meritorious. The job requires knowledge, skills, and experience in modern anaesthesia techniques, including peri-operative animal care, gas stations, ventilators, cannulations, intubations, monitoring and the management of acute situations.

You should have good planning skills, have an interest in research, and demonstrate an ethical approach in working with animals. Good English skills, both spoken and written, are required as you will be collaborating with colleagues from various nationalities. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

What do we offer?

A creative and inspiring environment with wide-ranging expertise and interests. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world's leading medical universities. Our vision is to pursue the development of knowledge about life and to promote a better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. Karolinska Institutet is also a state university, which entitles you to several good benefits through our collective agreement. And you get to practice freely in our modern wellness facilities, where trained staff are on site.

Location: Solna

Read more about the core facility you will be part of
Read more about animal research at KI

Application

The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system. In this recruitment, you will apply with your CV without a personal letter. Instead, you will answer some questions about why you are applying for the job in the application form.

Permanent position is initiated by a six months trial period.

Want to make a difference? Join us and contribute to better health for all!

Type of employment: Permanent position
Contract type: Full time
First day of employment: According to agreement
Salary: Monthly salary
Number of positions: 1
Full-time equivalent: 100%
City: Stockholm
County: Stockholms län
Country: Sweden
Reference number: STÖD 2-1137/2026