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PhD in Hematopoiesis, Stem Cell Biology and Leukemia Karolinska Institutet in Sweden
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Biomedical Engineering
Funding
Doctoral studentship for up to 4 years full-time with a contractual salary; KI applies a salary scale for doctoral students. Employees also receive free access to the gym and reimbursements for medical care.
Deadline
Sep 14, 2026
Country
Sweden
University
Karolinska Institutet
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Karolinska Institutet is advertising a PhD position in Hematopoiesis and Stem Cell Biology within the research group of Sidinh Luc at the Division of Clinical Immunology, Department of Laboratory Medicine. The project focuses on fundamental mechanisms regulating hematopoietic stem cell (HSC) function and heterogeneity, the transformation of normal HSCs into leukemic stem cells, and the cellular and molecular drivers of leukemia development.
The doctoral project specifically investigates how HSC heterogeneity and aging influence the development and characteristics of leukemic stem cells, with emphasis on BCR-ABL1–driven leukemias such as CML and Ph+ ALL. The student will combine experimental and computational approaches, including flow cytometry, mouse models, in vitro/in vivo assays, single-cell sequencing, and bioinformatics. The role also includes data analysis, presentation, and active participation in a collaborative scientific environment.
Eligibility highlights: a master’s degree or equivalent is required, together with English proficiency equivalent to English B/English 6. At least one year of hands-on experimental experience is required. Experience in hematopoiesis/hematology is advantageous, and experience with animal models, advanced flow cytometry, omics methods, and bioinformatics is desirable.
Funding and terms: this is a doctoral studentship with a contractual salary for up to 4 years full-time. KI notes access to a salary scale for doctoral students, free gym access, and reimbursements for medical care.
How to apply: submit the application through the Varbi recruitment system. Include a personal letter, CV, degree projects and publications if any, other documentation showing relevant skills, and documents proving both general and specific eligibility. The application can be written in English or Swedish.
Deadline: 14 September 2026.
Funding details
Doctoral studentship for up to 4 years full-time with a contractual salary; KI applies a salary scale for doctoral students. Employees also receive free access to the gym and reimbursements for medical care.
What's required
Applicants must have a second-cycle/master qualification, or at least 240 credits with at least 60 credits at advanced/master level, or equivalent knowledge. English proficiency equivalent to Swedish upper secondary English B/English 6 is required. At least one year of hands-on experimental experience is required. Experience with hematopoiesis or hematology research is an advantage. Experience with animal models, advanced flow cytometry, sequencing-based molecular biology/omics techniques, and bioinformatics is desirable. Candidates should be highly motivated, reliable, well-organized, intellectually curious, open to new ideas, and have strong communication and teamwork skills.
How to apply
Submit the application and supporting documents through the Varbi recruitment system using the apply button. Include a personal letter, CV, degree projects and publications if any, other evidence of desirable skills, and documents proving general and specific eligibility. Apply in English or Swedish.
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