Research Engineer in experimental spatial biology

Organisation/Company

KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Research Field

Biological sciences » Other
Technology » Biotechnology

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Application Deadline

4 May 2026 - 21:59 (UTC)

Country

Sweden

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated research engineer to join our lab working on the development and application of cutting-edge spatial and single-cell omics technologies. The research engineer will perform experiments leveraging Spatial Transcriptomics (ST), Spatial metaTranscriptomics (SmT), and single-cell multiomics across diverse biological systems, including animal and plant tissues. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to method development and experimental workflows in a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment.

The research engineer will be based at SciLifeLab (Science for Life Laboratory) Stockholm & KTH, Department of Gene Technology, and will be supervised by Associate Professor Stefania Giacomello.

Examples of tasks:

• Design, perform, and optimize experimental workflows for ST, SmT and single-cell multiomics
• Prepare and process animal and plant tissue samples for spatial and sequencing-based assays
• Perform molecular biology techniques (e.g., library preparation, RNA handling, PCR amplification, etc.)
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and ensure high-quality experimental output
• Troubleshoot experimental procedures and improve robustness and reproducibility
• Document experiments and manage data in a structured and reproducible manner
• Collaborate with experimental and computational team members to support data generation and interpretation
• Contribute to the implementation of new technologies and lab workflows 

Qualifications

Requirements

• A graduate degree or an advanced level (higher education) in the research subject or equivalent competence. 
• Subject-related skills
• Professional skills
• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality
• Collaborative abilities
• Independence
• Well-organized / structured
• Analyze and work with complex issues
• Good knowledge of English and presentation in text skills are required for day-to-day work.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with Spatial Transcriptomics and Spatial metaTranscriptomics.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

Join us at KTH

KTH shapes the future through education, research and innovation. As a leading international technical university, we play an active role in advancing the transition towards a sustainable society. At KTH, you have the opportunity to grow and develop in a creative and dynamic environment, with good working conditions and attractive benefits. Equality, diversity and equal opportunities are essential to quality and form an integral part of KTH’s core values as a university and public authority.

Learn more about our benefits and what it's like to work and grow at KTH.

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To apply for the position

Log into KTH's recruitment system to apply for this position. You are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete according to the instructions in the ad.

The application must include:

• CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
• Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Maximally two pages long.

Your complete application must be received by KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the employment

The employment is valid for a limited time according to the agreement - for up to 12 months, with access according to agreement.

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Disclaimer: In case of discrepancy between the Swedish original and the English translation of the job announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence. 

Type of employment: Special fixed-term employment
Contract type: Full time
First day of employment: According to agreement
Salary: Monthly salary
Number of positions: 1
Full-time equivalent: 100%
City: Stockholm
County: Stockholms län
Country: Sweden
Reference number: PA-2026-1302
Contact:

Published: 2026-04-14
Last application date: 2026-05-04

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/kth-royal-institute-of-technology/2026/researc…

Research Field

Biological sciences

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Technology

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Country

Sweden

City

Stockholm

Postal Code

11428

Street

Brinellvägen 8

Geofield

City

Stockholm

Website

http://www.kth.se

Postal Code

11428

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