Research Coordinator Job at Karolinska Institutet, Sweden | Molecular Metabolism | Biology Candidates, Apply Online
Combine your biomedical research background with scientific coordination and laboratory administration. This Research Coordinator Job at Karolinska Institutet supports the Rosenberger and Wredenberg laboratories, helping organise their daily activities, research submissions and scientific events within the Division of Molecular Metabolism.
- Position: Research Coordinator in the Division of Molecular Metabolism
- Department: Medical Biochemistry and Biophysics
- Location: Biomedicum, Solna campus, Stockholm, Sweden
- Research Area: Molecular Metabolism
- Reference: STÖD 2-4652/2026
About The Institute
Karolinska Institutet is one of the world’s leading medical universities. The Division of Molecular Metabolism investigates mitochondrial function and how changes contribute to disease and ageing.
The research environment develops mass spectrometry-based proteomics methods and works with patient samples and model systems. It is connected to the Centre for Inherited Metabolic Diseases at Karolinska University Hospital.
The coordinator will support laboratories led by Florian Rosenberger and Anna Wredenberg.
Research Coordinator Job Description
The coordinator serves as a day-to-day point of contact for both research groups. This Research Coordinator Job combines research administration, event coordination, communications and practical laboratory support.
Depending on the successful candidate’s expertise, the role may also include experimental work.
Research Coordinator Job – Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate laboratory meetings, retreats and on-site international conferences.
- Organise submissions of manuscripts, grant applications and research data.
- Maintain group websites and presentation materials.
- Handle invoices and expense claims.
- Order supplies and help keep laboratories organised.
- Assist with laboratory tasks and protocol development.
- Support the onboarding of new group members.
- Contribute to experimental work where appropriate to your expertise.
Educational Requirements and Eligibility For Research Coordinator Job
Applicants should have:
- A master’s, licentiate or doctoral degree in Biomedicine, Molecular Biology or a related field.
- Research experience in a relevant discipline.
- An interest in both research and research administration.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Excellent English and good computer skills.
- Discretion when handling unpublished research results.
- A collaborative approach.
Experience performing similar duties in a university environment is advantageous. Swedish language skills are also an advantage.
Salary and Benefits
The position offers a monthly salary determined individually under collective agreements RALS and RALS-T. No salary figure is stated.
Benefits include those provided through state university collective agreements and access to on-site wellness facilities.
How to Apply
Submit your application through Varbi by 1 December 2026, quoting Reference STÖD 2-4652/2026.
Include:
- CV: Maximum two pages.
- Motivation letter: Maximum one page.
- Contact details for at least two references.
Applications may be submitted in English or Swedish.
For candidates who enjoy connecting scientific work with effective organisation, this Research Coordinator Job offers an opportunity to support two molecular metabolism laboratories while contributing biomedical expertise to their research environment.
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