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Life sciences & medicine positions in Sweden

72 open positions, aggregated daily from university career portals across Europe.

Life sciences and medical research positions cover molecular biology, biochemistry, neuroscience, immunology, clinical research and public health. Europe hosts world-leading institutes including EMBL, the Max Planck Institutes for biology and medicine, and major university hospital research centres. ERC and EMBO fellowships are key funding instruments.

•PhD positions are salaried employment (typically SEK 30,000–34,000/month)
•Working language: English throughout most STEM departments
•Five weeks of paid vacation standard
•Residence permits for researchers processed in 1–3 months

Stockholm University

Administrative / Other

Study Advisor International Master Program

Study Advisor International Master Program Log in and apply for the job The Department of Environmental Science is a large department at the Faculty of Natural Sciences, with approximately 170 researchers, teachers, doctoral students and technical/administrative staff from over 30 countries. The ambition for our activities is to contribute to sustainable development by conducting world-leading research and education within environmental science. As an employee at the Department of Environmental Science, you will be part of a dynamic environment with research in leading research areas and a strong international profile. Read more about...

🇸🇪 Stockholm

No deadlineSource: Stockholm University

Uppsala University

PhD

PhD Student in Resilient Power Systems

PhD Student in Resilient Power Systems Log in and apply Uppsala University, Department of Electrical Engineering Electrification and digitalization are among the future's largest areas for transition to sustainable societies. The Department of Electrical Engineering conducts successful research and education in these areas – including renewable energy sources and electric vehicles, industrial IoT, 6G communication and wireless sensor networks, as well as research and education in Life Science, health technology, smart electronic sensors and medical systems. The Department of Electrical Engineering is an international…

🇸🇪 Uppsala

No deadlineSource: Uppsala University

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Frequently asked questions

Are PhD positions in Sweden paid?+

Yes, all PhD positions in Sweden are salaried employment with full benefits. Doctoral students typically earn SEK 30,000–34,000 per month (roughly €2,700–3,100), with automatic salary increases as they progress. This includes pension contributions, parental leave and five weeks of vacation.

Do I need to speak Swedish to work at a Swedish university?+

English is widely used in Swedish academia, especially in STEM fields. Most research groups operate entirely in English. Some teaching positions and administrative roles may require Swedish, but this is typically not expected of international researchers in their first years.

How long does a PhD take in Sweden?+

A PhD in Sweden typically takes four years of full-time study, plus up to one year of departmental duties (usually teaching). The total appointment is therefore usually five years. Extensions beyond this are uncommon.

Life sciences & medicine positions in Sweden

Study Advisor International Master Program

PhD Student in Resilient Power Systems

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University Lecturer in Oncology combined with position as Specialist Physician at Akademiska Hospital

Communicator at the Center for Women's Mental Health, WOMHER

Research Engineer

Hourly Position as Research Assistant

Researcher in Novel Drug Modalities in the Biological Medicines Research Group

Project and Research Coordinator

Project Coordinator 50%

Economist

Researcher

Research Assistant 50% in Medical Research with Focus on Autoimmunity

Researcher in Plasma Pulse Geo Drilling

Research Engineer at Clinical Genomics Umeå

Research Assistant for the Level of Living Project

University Lecturer in Curating

Administrative Manager

Research Assistant in Experimental Evolution

Research Assistant in Reproductive Physiology

Research Assistant in Psychology

Research Assistant in Psychology with a Focus on Psychoneuroimmunology

Biomedical Analyst (Temporary Position)

Intern at HR Department

Exam Invigilator

Visitor Guide at House of Science, Part-time Position