{"data":{"id":149151,"slug":"postdoktor-vid-avdelningen-for-molekylar-skelettbiologi","type":"job","title":"Postdoctoral Researcher in Molecular Skeletal Biology","description":"Workplace Description\nThe projects will be conducted within the research group Cell, Tissue and Organ Engineering, led by Dr. Paul Bourgine. Bone tissue is a complex organ that provides the body with structural and mechanical support, but also serves as our most important hematopoietic center where blood cell formation occurs. Bone tissue formation proceeds through several different stages, including development of cartilage, blood vessels, bone, and bone marrow. The Bourgine lab's goal is to build knowledge specifically about these processes in humans to enable the development of innovative regenerative therapies.\nWithin the research group, we value a good work environment with respect and care in our relationships with one another. We continuously work to create conditions for job satisfaction, development, and participation for all employees.\nWe are now seeking a postdoctoral researcher for a fixed-term full-time position with a start date of September 15, 2026, or by agreement.\n\nWe Offer\nLund University is a state authority, which means you will receive special benefits, generous vacation, and a favorable occupational pension. Read more on the university's website about working at Lund University.\n\nDuties and Responsibilities\nThe postdoctoral researcher will work with the following tasks:\nDevelopment and optimization of a GMP-compatible hydrogel formulation.\nRheological characterization and testing of hydrogel injectability and extrusion force.\nDesign and validation of clinically adapted packaging (syringe or cartridge system).\nStability, sterility, and release criteria testing in collaboration with colleagues in quality assurance (QA) and regulatory affairs.\nDocumentation of protocols and standardized operating procedures (SOPs) according to GMP and regulatory requirements.\nSupport for preclinical studies in both large animals and rodents as needed.\n\nAdditional duties include maintaining laboratory records and performing associated administrative tasks, as well as actively participating in seminars and other relevant meetings.\n\nQualifications\nTo be eligible for employment as a postdoctoral researcher, you must hold a doctoral degree or a foreign degree deemed equivalent to a doctoral degree. This qualification requirement must be met by the time the employment decision is made, and proof of fulfilling this requirement must have been received by that time. Primarily, those who obtained their degree no more than three (3) years ago will be considered. If there are special circumstances, the doctoral degree may have been obtained earlier. Special circumstances include leave due to illness, parental leave, clinical service, positions of trust within labor organizations, or other similar circumstances.\n\nEvaluation Criteria\nAt Lund University, employment as a postdoctoral researcher should provide an opportunity for scientific and pedagogical advancement. Priority is given to advancement in research, but also to some extent in higher education pedagogy. Teaching may also be included in the work duties. When employing a postdoctoral researcher, primary consideration will be given to scientific competence in the field.\n\nOther Qualifications\nThe position requires:\nDoctoral degree (PhD) in biology, bioengineering, biomedical engineering, materials science, or a related field.\nDocumented international research experience, for example through portions of doctoral studies, a postdoctoral period, or research visit conducted abroad.\nDocumented experience in research within biomaterials, hydrogels, or tissue engineering.\nSolid laboratory and analytical skills and the ability to work both independently and in interdisciplinary research environments.\nExtensive experience with 2D and 3D cell culture of human cells.\nExperience with cartilage and bone tissue engineering.\nExperience with rheological characterization and\/or analysis of injectability of hydrogels or other biomaterials.\nExperience in developing and studying bone microenvironments.\nStrong English language skills, both spoken and written.\n\nMeritorious for the position:\nOne or more peer-reviewed scientific publications as first author.\nExperience with culture and differentiation of human mesenchymal stem cells.\nBackground in biomaterials science and\/or polymer synthesis.\nExperience with 3D printing\/additive manufacturing.\nExperience writing protocols and standardized operating procedures (SOPs) in a documented and quality-controlled environment (e.g., GMP or GLP).\nExperience with animal experiments (in vivo studies, animal handling, and\/or surgical procedures).\n\nTerms\nThe position is a fixed-term employment for two years, 100%, with a start date of September 15, 2026, or by agreement.\nEmployment at Lund University is conducted in Sweden, so you are expected to be able to perform your work on-site in Lund.\n\nApplication Instructions\nThe application should include a personal letter describing why you are interested in the project, how you meet the sought qualifications (including previous independent projects and technical skills), as well as your research interests and future career plans. CV \u2013 including name and contact information for two previous supervisors. Complete publication list (may be included in your CV). Copy of degree certificate (PhD diploma or equivalent).\n\nWe welcome your application!\n\nThe Faculty of Medicine is a division of Lund University, responsible for education and research in medicine, healthcare, and health sciences. Education takes place in close cooperation with the healthcare sector and is well-rooted in the faculty's strong research tradition. The faculty's research spans a broad range from experimental basic research, patient-oriented clinical research, and health sciences research. The Faculty of Medicine, with over 1,800 employees and 3,000 students in Lund, Malm\u00f6, and Helsingborg, is a knowledge-intensive meeting place for students, teachers, and researchers from around the world.\n\nWe decline all contacts from advertising sales representatives, recruitment, and staffing companies due to public procurement regulations.","language":"sv","is_translated":true,"title_original":"Postdoktor vid avdelningen f\u00f6r molekyl\u00e4r skelettbiologi","description_original":"Beskrivning av arbetsplatsen\nProjekten kommer att genomf\u00f6ras inom forskargruppen Cell, Tissue and Organ Engineering, som leds av Dr. Paul Bourgine. Benv\u00e4vnad \u00e4r ett komplext organ som ger kroppen strukturellt och mekaniskt st\u00f6d, men som ocks\u00e5 utg\u00f6r v\u00e5rt viktigaste hematopoetiska centrum d\u00e4r blodbildningen sker. Bildandet av benv\u00e4vnad sker genom flera olika stadier, inklusive utveckling av brosk, blodk\u00e4rl, ben och benm\u00e4rg. Bourgine-labbets m\u00e5l \u00e4r att bygga upp kunskap specifikt om dessa processer hos m\u00e4nniska f\u00f6r att m\u00f6jligg\u00f6ra utvecklingen av innovativa regenerativa terapier.\n\u00a0Inom forskargruppen v\u00e4rnar vi om en god arbetsmilj\u00f6 med respekt och omtanke i v\u00e5ra relationer med varandra. Vi arbetar st\u00e4ndigt f\u00f6r att skapa f\u00f6ruts\u00e4ttningar f\u00f6r arbetsgl\u00e4dje, utveckling och delaktighet f\u00f6r alla medarbetare.\nVi s\u00f6ker nu en postdoktor f\u00f6r en tidsbegr\u00e4nsad anst\u00e4llning p\u00e5 heltid med tilltr\u00e4desdatum 2026-09-15 eller enligt \u00f6verenskommelse.\nVi erbjuder\nLunds universitet \u00e4r en statlig myndighet vilket inneb\u00e4r att du f\u00e5r s\u00e4rskilda f\u00f6rm\u00e5ner, gener\u00f6s semester och en f\u00f6rm\u00e5nlig tj\u00e4nstepension. L\u00e4s mer p\u00e5 universitetets webbplats om att vara anst\u00e4lld vid Lunds universitet Jobba hos oss..\nArbetsuppgifter och ansvarsomr\u00e5den\nPostdoktorn kommer att arbeta med f\u00f6ljande uppgifter:\nUtveckling och optimering av en GMP-kompatibel hydrogelberedning.\nReologisk karakterisering samt tester av hydrogelens injicerbarhet och extrusionskraft.\nDesign och validering av kliniskt anpassad f\u00f6rpackning (sprut- eller patronsystem).\nStabilitets-, sterilitet- och fris\u00e4ttningskriterietester i samarbete med kollegor inom kvalitetss\u00e4kring (QA) och regulatoriska fr\u00e5gor.\nDokumentation av protokoll och standardiserade arbetsinstruktioner (SOP:er) enligt GMP- och regulatoriska krav.\nSt\u00f6d vid prekliniska studier p\u00e5 b\u00e5de st\u00f6rre djur och gnagare vid behov.\n\nYtterligare arbetsuppgifter omfattar att f\u00f6ra laboratoriejournal och utf\u00f6ra tillh\u00f6rande administrativa uppgifter samt att aktivt delta i seminarier och andra relevanta m\u00f6ten.\nBeh\u00f6righet\nBeh\u00f6rig att anst\u00e4llas som postdoktor \u00e4r den som har avlagt doktorsexamen eller en utl\u00e4ndsk examen som bed\u00f6ms motsvara doktorsexamen. Detta beh\u00f6righetskrav ska vara uppfyllt senast vid tidpunkten d\u00e5 anst\u00e4llningsbeslutet fattas, och bevis om att beh\u00f6righetskravet \u00e4r uppfyllt ska ha inkommit senast vid denna tidpunkt. Fr\u00e4mst den kommer i fr\u00e5ga som har avlagt examen f\u00f6r h\u00f6gst tre (3) \u00e5r sedan. Om det finns s\u00e4rskilda sk\u00e4l kan doktorsexamen ha avlagts tidigare. Med s\u00e4rskilda sk\u00e4l avses ledighet p\u00e5 grund av sjukdom, f\u00f6r\u00e4ldraledighet, klinisk tj\u00e4nstg\u00f6ring, f\u00f6rtroendeuppdrag inom fackliga organisationer eller andra liknande omst\u00e4ndigheter.\nBed\u00f6mningsgrunder\nVid Lunds universitet ska en anst\u00e4llning som postdoktor ge m\u00f6jlighet till vetenskaplig och pedagogisk meritering. I f\u00f6rsta hand ges utrymme f\u00f6r meritering inom forskning, men \u00e4ven till viss h\u00f6gskolepedagogisk utbildning. Undervisning kan \u00e4ven ing\u00e5 i arbetsuppgifterna. Vid anst\u00e4llning som postdoktor kommer fr\u00e4mst beaktas vetenskaplig f\u00f6rm\u00e5ga inom \u00e4mnesomr\u00e5det.\n\u00d6vriga kvalifikationer\nF\u00f6r anst\u00e4llningen kr\u00e4vs:\nDoktorsexamen (PhD) i biologi, bioengineering, biomedicinsk teknik, materialvetenskap eller ett n\u00e4rliggande \u00e4mnesomr\u00e5de.\nDokumenterad internationell forskningserfarenhet, exempelvis genom att delar av doktorandutbildningen, en postdoktoral period eller en forskningsvistelse har genomf\u00f6rts utomlands.\nDokumenterad erfarenhet av forskning inom biomaterial, hydrogeler eller v\u00e4vnadsteknik.\nGedigna laboratorie- och analyskunskaper samt f\u00f6rm\u00e5ga att arbeta b\u00e5de sj\u00e4lvst\u00e4ndigt och i tv\u00e4rvetenskapliga forskningsmilj\u00f6er.\nOmfattande erfarenhet av 2D- och 3D-cellodling av humana celler.\nErfarenhet av brosk- och benv\u00e4vnadsteknik.\nErfarenhet av reologisk karakterisering och\/eller analys av injicerbarhet hos hydrogeler eller andra biomaterial.\nErfarenhet av att utveckla och studera benmikromilj\u00f6er.\nGoda kunskaper i engelska, b\u00e5de i tal och skrift.\n\nMeriterande f\u00f6r anst\u00e4llningen \u00e4r:\nEn eller flera vetenskapliga publikationer som f\u00f6rstef\u00f6rfattare i en granskad tidskrift.\nErfarenhet av odling och differentiering av humana mesenkymala celler.\nBakgrund inom biomaterialvetenskap och\/eller polymersyntes.\nErfarenhet av 3D-printning\/additiv tillverkning.\nErfarenhet av att skriva protokoll och standardiserade arbetsinstruktioner (SOP:er) i en dokumenterad och kvalitetskontrollerad milj\u00f6 (t.ex. GMP eller GLP).\nErfarenhet av djurf\u00f6rs\u00f6k (in vivo-studier, djurhantering och\/eller kirurgiska ingrepp).\n\nVillkor\nAnst\u00e4llningen \u00e4r en visstidsanst\u00e4llning p\u00e5 tv\u00e5 \u00e5r, 100% med startdatum den 2026-09-15, eller enligt \u00f6verenskommelse.\nAnst\u00e4llningar vid Lunds universitet bedrivs i Sverige, du f\u00f6rv\u00e4ntas d\u00e4rf\u00f6r kunna utf\u00f6ra ditt arbete p\u00e5 plats i Lund.\nInstruktioner f\u00f6r ans\u00f6kan\nAns\u00f6kan ska inneh\u00e5lla ett personligt brev d\u00e4r du beskriver varf\u00f6r du \u00e4r intresserad av projektet, hur du uppfyller efters\u00f6kta kvalifikationer (inklusive tidigare sj\u00e4lvst\u00e4ndiga projekt och tekniska f\u00e4rdigheter), samt dina forskningsintressen och framtida karri\u00e4rplaner. CV \u2013 inklusive namn och kontaktinformation till tv\u00e5 tidigare handledare. Komplett publikationslista (kan inkluderas i din CV).Kopia av examensbevis (PhD diplom eller ekvivalent).\nVarmt v\u00e4lkommen med din ans\u00f6kan!\nMedicinska fakulteten \u00e4r ett verksamhetsomr\u00e5de inom Lunds universitet, med ansvar f\u00f6r utbildning och forskning inom medicin, v\u00e5rd och h\u00e4lsa. Utbildningen sker i n\u00e4ra samverkan med sjukv\u00e5rden och \u00e4r v\u00e4l f\u00f6rankrad i fakultetens starka forskningstradition. Fakultetens forskning sp\u00e4nner \u00f6ver ett brett f\u00e4lt inom experimentell grundforskning, patientn\u00e4ra klinisk forskning och h\u00e4lsovetenskaplig forskning. Medicinska fakulteten, med drygt 1800 anst\u00e4llda och 3000 studenter i Lund, Malm\u00f6 och Helsingborg, \u00e4r en kunskapsintensiv m\u00f6tesplats f\u00f6r studenter, l\u00e4rare och forskare fr\u00e5n hela v\u00e4rlden.\nVi undanber oss alla kontakter fr\u00e5n annonsf\u00f6rs\u00e4ljare, rekryterings- och bemanningsf\u00f6retag p\u00e5 grund av statliga upphandlingsregler.","price":null,"currency":"SEK","status":"active","noindex":false,"location":{"address":"BMC F13","full_address":null,"city":"Lund","country":"SE","latitude":55.7205201,"longitude":13.1642678},"metadata":{"region":"Sk\u00e5ne l\u00e4n","duration":"6 m\u00e5nader eller l\u00e4ngre","employer":"LUNDS UNIVERSITET","postcode":"22184","positions":1,"profession":"Forskarassistent","salary_type":"Fast m\u00e5nads- vecko- eller timl\u00f6n","employer_url":"https:\/\/www.lu.se\/vacancies","scope_of_work":"100\u2013100 %","working_hours":"Heltid","contact_person":"Anders Bengtsson, rekryterande chef","employment_type":"Vanlig anst\u00e4llning","occupation_field":"Pedagogik","employer_workplace":"Lund University, Faculty of Medicine","experience_required":true},"user_id":null,"is_sponsored":false,"views_count":2,"ai_views_count":4,"ai_vendor_counts":{"openai":2,"anthropic":2},"visibility":"public","submission_source":null,"submission_ai_name":null,"has_owner_email":true,"can_contact_owner":true,"phone":"046177147","owner_email":"anders.bengtsson@med.lu.se","images":[],"published_at":"2026-08-12T12:55:49+00:00","expires_at":"2026-09-02T23:59:59+00:00","created_at":"2026-08-15T03:16:31+00:00","updated_at":"2026-08-19T05:08:07+00:00"}}