We are looking for a research assistant who wants to study the molecular and circuit mechanisms of learning and memory with cutting-edge technologies?

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

Applications are invited for a research assistant position in Onur Dagliyan’s Group at the Division of Molecular Neurobiology. The lab is looking for candidates who are interested in the molecular modulation of neural circuits responsible for learning and memory. The lab’s research focus is to uncover experience-driven protein signaling mechanisms in the mouse brain by developing new technologies. The group is building a new interdisciplinary research program as there is an immense potential for new fundamental insights to be discovered. Neuronal activity dependent molecular signaling processes are central for synaptic plasticity. These molecular events form the mechanistic basis of complex neural computation, learning and memory. The Dagliyan laboratory focuses on specific molecular events in neurons in the mouse brain happening at different time scales, starting from the immediate modifications at the synapse, to longer time scale molecular events including gene expression, which are key processes for the behaviorally induced plasticity of neuronal circuits.

The Dagliyan lab is located in the Unit of Molecular Neurobiology, composed of outstanding scientists applying interdisciplinary approaches to cutting-edge problems in a collaborative and stimulating environment. The unit is part of the Department of Medical Biochemistry and Biophysics residing in research building for Biomedical Research, Biomedicum, providing modern technological platforms and an open environment for interactions across departments and disciplines. For further information on the research unit:

Your mission

While the principal investigator will work hard to achieve your career dreams, your mission will be to help scientists in the group to unravel molecular mechanisms of several protein signaling pathways in the mouse brain during behavior. The recruited person is expected to play a leading role in independent execution of experiments, analysis and presentation/publication of results. You will also work with the collaborating neighbor laboratories to learn and adapt new techniques in case you do not have experience with the particular approach. You will also have a chance to collaborate with the scientists who are pioneers in their fields.

Your profile

The applicant shall hold a M.S degree in one of the biological science or engineering fields, awarded in the last 1-2 years. The candidates with previous electrophysiology, mouse behavior, circuit mapping, or next- generation sequencing experience will be prioritized. The applicant needs to have a high degree of independence and motivation but should have no problems to work in a team given the collaborative nature of the project. Fluency in English is a requirement.

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. Our vision is to pursue the development of knowledge about life and to promote a better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. Karolinska Institutet is also a state university, which entitles you to several good benefits through our collective agreement. And you get to practice freely in our modern wellness facilities, where trained staff are on site.

Location: Solna, Biomedicum

Application

Welcome to apply at the latest 2025-06-06

The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system.In this recruitment, you will apply with your CV without a personal letter. Instead, you will answer some questions about why you are applying for the job in the application form. 

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

1. Onur Dagliyan, [email protected]

1. Anurupa Nagchowdhury (OFR), [email protected]