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Postdoctoral Researcher in Molecular Neuroanatomy and Parkinson’s Disease Circuit Neuroscience Lund University in Sweden

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Postdoc

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Biology

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Full-time temporary employment for two years, with the possibility of extension for up to one additional year. The position includes Lund University employment benefits, generous holidays and a favourable occupational pension. No specific stipend amount or tuition funding is stated.

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Nov 25, 2026

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Sweden

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Biology
Parkinson's Disease
Optogenetics
Neuropsychology
Medical Science
Neural Circuit
Molecular Neuroscience

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About this position

Lund University is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in molecular neuroanatomy to join the Molecular Neuroanatomy research group at the Biomedical Centre in Lund, Sweden. Led by Åsa Mackenzie, the group investigates brain regions and neural circuits involved in the motor and non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, with particular emphasis on the subthalamic nucleus (STN), a key target for deep brain stimulation.

The postdoctoral project combines comparative molecular and anatomical mapping with functional circuit studies. The researcher will analyse human, mouse and macaque brain tissue to characterise the molecular and anatomical organisation of the subthalamic region. The work includes histology, in situ hybridisation, immunohistochemistry, microscopy, image analysis and spatial reconstruction.

A complementary experimental neuroscience component focuses on mouse models. The researcher will study the functional relevance of selected neural populations through PCR-based genotyping, stereotactic brain surgery, viral vector delivery, optical fibre implantation, optogenetic manipulation and behavioural analysis. Histological and molecular findings will be integrated with MRI-based anatomical datasets and DBS stimulation data from clinical and preclinical studies.

The successful candidate will take primary responsibility for planning and conducting laboratory experiments, analysing results and contributing to manuscripts and presentations. The role offers opportunities to develop expertise in comparative neuroanatomy, molecular neuroscience and functional circuit analysis while collaborating with national and international partners through the Aligning Science Across Parkinson’s Collaborative Research Network. The research environment includes researchers, students, a project and data manager, and opportunities to supervise students and participate in wider academic activities.

Funding details

Full-time temporary employment for two years, with the possibility of extension for up to one additional year. The position includes Lund University employment benefits, generous holidays and a favourable occupational pension. No specific stipend amount or tuition funding is stated.

What's required

Applicants must hold a PhD or internationally equivalent degree in neurobiology, experimental psychology, pharmacology or a related discipline by the time of the employment decision, normally completed no more than three years before the application deadline unless special circumstances apply. Applicants must have documented practical research experience in experimental neuroscience and relevant histological and/or molecular techniques, plus practical experience in at least some of optogenetics, behavioural analysis, stereotactic surgery and molecular genotyping. FELASA-accredited training or equivalent qualifications for work with laboratory animals is required. Candidates must be able to work independently, take initiative and demonstrate strong scientific and technical competence. Meritorious qualifications include experience with mouse optogenetics and behavioural studies, stereotactic surgery, viral vector delivery, optical fibre implantation, molecular neuroanatomy, in situ hybridisation, immunohistochemistry, comparative neuroanatomy, microscopy, advanced image analysis, spatial reconstruction, MRI or DBS data integration, publications, scientific writing and presentations.

How to apply

Apply through Lund University's recruitment system using the direct application link. Submit a personal letter of up to two pages, a CV with publication list, a one-page summary of previous research, a doctorate copy and relevant supporting documents, plus contact information for two references.

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