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Postdoctoral studies in the Mechanistic Proteomics of the Gut-Brain Axis (scholarship)
Karolinska InstitutetPublicerad: 2026-05-20
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Beskrivning
Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?
The Department of Microbiology, Tumor and Cell Biology (MTC) at Karolinska Institutet conducts research and teaching within immunology, infection biology, cell biology and cancer. Our key words are multidisciplinary, bridging, national and international collaborations.
We are looking for a Postdoc to join Dr. Amir Ata Saei's group. This multidisciplinary team has a solid background in using proteomics and bioinformatics to study disease. The specific postdoctoral project involves the application of proteomics and biochemistry tools to dissect the molecular targets and mechanisms of selected microbiome-derived metabolites within the gut brain axis. If you are interested in making original mechanistic discoveries, this position is for you. For more information about the research group, please visit:https://saeilab.com/
Division
The division is a leading hub for cutting-edge research on cancer and metabolic disease. The division's research is driven by a team of distinguished scientists, each contributing unique expertise and innovative approaches to the field.
Duties
The project will leverage state-of-the-art proteomics, chemical biology, and biochemical approaches to identify direct protein targets of microbiome-derived metabolites and define their mechanisms in neurodegeneration. The applicant will perform proteomics experiments to identify candidate target proteins and conduct follow-up experiments in relevant in vitro and in vivo models to validate findings. The applicant is expected to set up novel experimental approaches within the research group and to actively participate in other lab projects, collaborate, contribute to manuscript and grant writing, and present results to general and specialized audiences.
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.
We are looking for an applicant with the profile below (requirements)
Meritorious for the position:
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: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:
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
The Department of Microbiology, Tumor and Cell Biology (MTC) at Karolinska Institutet conducts research and teaching within immunology, infection biology, cell biology and cancer. Our key words are multidisciplinary, bridging, national and international collaborations.
We are looking for a Postdoc to join Dr. Amir Ata Saei's group. This multidisciplinary team has a solid background in using proteomics and bioinformatics to study disease. The specific postdoctoral project involves the application of proteomics and biochemistry tools to dissect the molecular targets and mechanisms of selected microbiome-derived metabolites within the gut brain axis. If you are interested in making original mechanistic discoveries, this position is for you. For more information about the research group, please visit:https://saeilab.com/
Division
The division is a leading hub for cutting-edge research on cancer and metabolic disease. The division's research is driven by a team of distinguished scientists, each contributing unique expertise and innovative approaches to the field.
Duties
The project will leverage state-of-the-art proteomics, chemical biology, and biochemical approaches to identify direct protein targets of microbiome-derived metabolites and define their mechanisms in neurodegeneration. The applicant will perform proteomics experiments to identify candidate target proteins and conduct follow-up experiments in relevant in vitro and in vivo models to validate findings. The applicant is expected to set up novel experimental approaches within the research group and to actively participate in other lab projects, collaborate, contribute to manuscript and grant writing, and present results to general and specialized audiences.
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.
We are looking for an applicant with the profile below (requirements)
- The successful applicant should have a strong publication record.
- Strong English skills, both written and spoken.
- The applicant should be enthusiastic and motivated with a strong background in neurobiology, molecular biology, chemical biology, microbiome research, or related biomedical disciplines.
- The applicant should have experience with neuronal models.
- The candidate should be able to work both independently and collaboratively.
Meritorious for the position:
- Specific experience in microscopy techniques is meritorious.
- Experience in basic data analysis and bioinformatics is meritorious.
- Experience in proteomics is meritorious.
- Experience with animal experiments is highly meritorious.
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: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
