Postdoctoral studies in microbiome and bacterial infections(scholarship)

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research? The department of Medicine, Huddinge, is looking for a Postdoctoral

fellow who will be financed by a scholarship to join Dr. Shilpa Ray’s team, part of Anders Sönnerborg’s research group, at the

Centrum for Infectious Medicine (CIM), subunit Clinical Infectious Diseases (CID), Department of Medicine, Huddinge Department of

Medicine, Huddinge Division Within our research group, you will have the unique opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative

environment at the intersection of infectious diseases, microbiology, antimicrobial therapy, immunology, and translational

medicine.  Our team combines clinical relevance with cutting-edge experimental research, offering researchers a unique opportunity

to contribute to research with real impact on human health. We provide an engaging and international research environment where

researchers are encouraged to develop scientific independence, critical thinking, and practical research skills while working

closely with experienced researchers and clinicians. Our research group has a strong focus on pathogenesis, immunity, and

treatment in bacterial and viral infections. As part of our team, you will gain hands-on experience with in vitro and ex vivo

experimental models, antibacterial resistance, microbiome research, host-pathogen interactions, and evaluation of therapeutic

strategies. The division focuses on understanding mechanisms of infectious diseases and improving prevention and treatment

strategies, with research areas including antimicrobial resistance, microbiome-host interactions, infection, immunology, and

pathogenesis in bacterial and viral infections. Through close collaborations between experimental and clinical researchers,

members of our research group are exposed to both fundamental science and clinically relevant applications in an internationally

competitive research setting. More details will be given in interview to selected applicants. Duties The successful applicant will

perform his/her tasks in the experimental research group of Team Leader Shilpa Ray, part of Anders Sönnerborg’s research group.

The postdoctoral project will focus on investigating the immunological changes of novel antimicrobials in primary cells in

response to bacterial infection. This includes extensive in vitro experiments including cell culture, standard molecular

techniques, and bacteriological methods. The applicant will also be involved in understanding gut barrier function, immune

responses, and microbiome interactions in people living with HIV. The applicant will work within the projects of Dr. Shilpa Ray

and contribute to both scientific and administrative activities within the research group. The length of the scholarship is for

one year, with the possibility for extension another year. Qualifications Required Qualifications - A PhD (or equivalent

experience) in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Immunology, Bioengineering, or a related field - At least

five years of wet-lab experience in microbiological research, including bacterial culture and handling, pathogenesis of bacterial

diseases, and bacterial infection assays in vitro - Expertise in mammalian cell culture, including primary cell culture techniques

• Practical experience with flow cytometry (sample preparation and data analysis) - Strong background in molecular biology

techniques (e.g., DNA/RNA extraction, PCR/qPCR, SDS PAGE, western blot, ELISA, immunofluorescence, immunoprecipitation) -

Experience conducting research in BSL-2 laboratory facilities - Demonstrated experience in microbiome research - Strong

publication record, with first- and/or last-author publications in international peer-reviewed journals - Excellent proficiency in

spoken and written English - Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work both independently and within multidisciplinary

teams Meritorious Experience It is considered an advantage if the applicant has: - Experience working with in vivo animal models

of bacterial infection - Additional experience in confocal microscopy - Teaching experience or supervision of students Entry

requirements Postdoctoral scholarships may be established for foreign researchers who pursue their merit in Sweden. A foreign

researcher is a person living in another country who comes to Sweden with the intention of only staying in Sweden for all or part

of their postdoctoral education at KI. Persons who are resident in Sweden and/or have carried out all or part of their academic

education at KI or some other educational institution in Sweden cannot be considered for scholarships. The purpose of scholarships

for postdoctoral qualification is to promote internationalization and contribute to research qualification after a doctorate or

equivalent. A scholarship for carrying out postdoctoral research can be granted for a maximum of two years within a four-year

period following the receipt of a doctoral degree or equivalent. To be eligible for a postdoctoral scholarship, the person must

have obtained a doctorate, or a foreign degree deemed to be equivalent to a doctorate. Applicants who have not completed a

doctorate at the end of the application period may also apply, provided that all requirements for a completed degree are met

before the (intended) start date of the post-doctoral education. The candidate is expected to start as soon as possible, or at the

earliest mutually agreed date.  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. Here, we conduct innovative medical research and provide

the largest range of biomedical education in Sweden. At KI, you get to meet researchers working with a wide range of specialisms

and methods, giving you ample opportunity to exchange knowledge and experience with the various scientific fields within medicine

and health. It is the crossover collaborations, which have pushed KI to where it is today, at the forefront of global research.

Several of the people you meet in healthcare are educated at KI. A close relationship with the health care providers is important

for creating groundbreaking top quality education and research. Students and employees have free access to our modern gym

facilities with trained staff on site.   Location: Campus Flemingsberg Links: Shilpa Rays team            Anders Sönnerborg´s

research group   Type of scholarship The amount is tax free and it is set for twelve months at a time, paid out on a six months

basis. In exceptional cases, shorter periods may be acceptable. Application process An application must contain the following

documents in English or Swedish: - A complete curriculum vitae, including date of the thesis defence, title of the thesis,

previous academic positions, academic title, current position, academic distinctions, and committee work - A complete list of

publications - A summary of current work (no more than one page) The application is to be submitted on the Varbi recruitment

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