Project Assistent in the department of Theranostik

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the worlds top universities. The University has around 46 000 students and 8 500 staff based in Lund Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand explain and improve our world and the human condition.

Description of the workplace

We are currently planning several projects involving the establishment of new cancer models
and animal studies. We are therefore seeking a project assistant on an on-call basis to provide
support with these activities as needed.

Our group focuses on the development of cancer-targeting agents with a particular emphasis on
radiopharmaceuticals. These therapeutic agents require comprehensive evaluation in both in vitro
cellular models and in vivo animal models to assess their biological properties targeting
characteristics and therapeutic potential.

Within the research group we value a positive work environment characterized by respect and consideration in our relationships. We continuously strive to create conditions that promote job satisfaction development and inclusion for all employees.

We are now recruiting a employment on an hourly basis project assistant for the period

to.

We offer

Lund University is a government agency which means you will receive specific benefits generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension. We also have a flexible working hours agreement that supports a healthy worklife balance. Read more on the universitys website about working at Lund University: Work with us.

Duties and responsibilities

The position will primarily involve supporting the execution of preclinical animal experiments
including the establishment and maintenance of orthotopic cancer models evaluation of
radiopharmaceutical biodistribution and collection processing and analysis of biological samples.

Other duties may be added within the scope of the role.

Qualifications

Requirements for the position are:

• Relevant university degree in medicine pharmacy biomedicine or another closely related field
• Basic understanding of biology anatomy physiology pharmacology and pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics
• Basic knowledge of surgical techniques and anesthesia with the ability to apply this knowledge in practical
• Good practical skills and the ability to learn and perform new laboratory and experimental techniques
• Ability to follow established protocols and work in accordance with ethical and regulatory requirements
• Careful responsible and methodical approach to experimental work
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research team
• The position involves practical work with radioactive materials. The successful candidate should therefore be
  comfortable working with radioactivity and willing to complete the relevant radiation safety training

Meritorious:

• Education or additional training in anatomy physiology pharmacology surgical techniques or anaesthesiology
• Additional education in laboratory animal science or experimental animal procedures
• Experience with surgical procedures suturing or other practical surgical techniques
• Knowledge of practical laboratory techniques including sample handling tissue processing or biological measurements

Other

The Faculty of Medicine is a part of Lund University and is responsible for education and research within medicine and healthcare. Our academic programs are closely linked with the healthcare system and are firmly anchored in the facultys strong research tradition. Our research spans a broad field within experimental preclinical research near-patient clinical research and health sciences research. The Faculty of Medicine with its 1800 employees and 2700 students in Lund and Malmö is a knowledge-intensive meeting place for students teachers and researchers from all over the world.

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