Laboratory assistant in Chemistry

Ref no: ORU 2.1.1-03573/2025

We are looking for a laboratory assistant for a fixed-term position at the School of Science and Technology at Örebro University.

Background

The position is located at the Man-Technology-Environment research centre (MTM) in the group of Metabolomics and exposomics. The research at MTM focuses on applied research on chemicals in the environment. The research at the Metabolomics and exposomics group is focused on the development of novel analytical and computational tools for metabolomics and exposome research, and apply them in the investigations of human health and disease, with the goal to investigate the links between environmental factors and human health.  

We seek a laboratory assistant for sample preparation and analysis of biological samples in ongoing research projects.  

Duties and responsibilities

Duties consist of laboratory work in ongoing research activities with a focus on the preparation of biological samples and their analysis with LC-MS and GC-MS.

Qualifications

The person we are looking for has a BSc or MSc in the area of analytical chemistry or bioanalytical chemistry, or a related field.

You should have relevant laboratory experience in sample preparation of biological samples. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential. Experience with mass spectrometry (LC-MS, GC_MS) is advantageous. You should be organized, methodical, and able to work both independently and as part of a team. Fluency in English is required.

Great importance will be attached to your personal qualities; the ability to work independently and engage with other people in a way that instils confidence; and a good track-record when it comes to cooperation.

We expect you to be flexible and open to change and that you take a quality-driven and responsible approach to your duties.

Information

This is a fixed-term full-time position for 12 months. At Örebro University, salary depends on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.

For more information about the position, contact Prof. Tuulia Hyötyläinen, +46 19 30 3487, email: tuulia.hyotylainen@oru.se.

At Örebro University, we expect each member of staff to be open to development and change; take responsibility for their work and performance; demonstrate a keen interest in collaboration and contribute to development; as well as to show respect for others by adopting a constructive and professional approach.

Örebro University actively pursues equal opportunities and gender equality as well as a work environment characterised by openness, trust and respect. We value the qualities that diversity adds to our operations.

Application

The application is made online. Click the button “Apply” to begin the application procedure.

For the application to be complete, the following electronic documents must be included:

• Covering letter, outlining how you believe you can contribute to the continued development of Örebro University
• CV with a relevant description of your overall qualifications and experience
• Copies of relevant course/degree certificates and references verifying your knowledge and skills

Only documents written in Swedish, English, Norwegian and Danish can be reviewed.

The application deadline is 2025-06-05. We look forward to receiving your application!

As we have already made our choices in terms of external collaboration partners and marketing efforts for this recruitment process, we decline any contact with recruitment agencies and advertisers.

As directed by the National Archives of Sweden (Riksarkivet), we are required to deposit one file copy of the application documents, excluding publications, for a period of two years after the appointment decision has gained legal force.