Researcher in image analysis - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Job description

The goal of precision medicine is to provide healthcare with individualized treatments that are selected based on patient-specific biomarkers. Data-driven searches for new biomarkers will generate new hypothesis that will require validation, increasing the need for high-content screening with functional readouts. This has created a need for new methods for validating individualized treatments to personalize immunotherapy. In this project we will improve miniaturized cell assays developed in the Önfelt lab by implementing traditional image analysis and machine learning algorithms to decipher heterogenic immune responses. The project aims to develop software to 1) Assess cytotoxicity at the single cell level, 2) Decipher dynamics of effector-target cell interactions, and 3) Study NK or T cell responses in the tumour microenvironment. The research is based on clinical needs and a future goal is clinical implementation of a workflow for optimisation of personalized treatment. 

What we offer

• A multidisciplinary environment connecting basic and applied research in physics, immunology with clinical research
• A research environment with strong foundation in bioimaging
• A position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future.
• Engaged and ambitious colleagues along with a creative, international and dynamic working environment
• Work in Stockholm , in close proximity to nature
• Help to relocate and be settled in Sweden and at KTH

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Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree 
• The candidate should have documented research expertise from relevant field
• It is important that you have the ability to work independently to progress your research project.
• Since the research is conducted in a multidisciplinary environment collaborative skills and ability to communicate with other researchers is important. 
• You should have relevant postdoc experience.

Preferred qualifications

• We prefer that you have documented teaching experience and ability
• The ability to work towards research results being utilised in practice is valued.
• Documented ability to inform about research and development work, for example through presentations at scientific conferences is highly valued.
• Experience of developing and leading activities and staff.
• Knowledge of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality

Great emphasis will be placed on personal competence.

Trade union representatives

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Application

Log into KTH's recruitment system in order to apply to this position. You are the main responsible to ensure that your application is complete according to the ad. Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application.

The application must include:

1. CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
2. Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
3. Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Max two pages long.

Your complete application must be received by KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time). 

About the employment

The employment is valid for a limited time according to the agreement - for up to 2 years, with access according to agreement.

Other information

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