Scientist in Computational Biology

Join RISE Processum and help shape the future of sustainable biotechnology. As a Scientist in Computational Biology, you will combine advanced modelling, bioinformatics, and strain development to support cutting-edge research and industrial innovation in one of Sweden’s leading biotechnology environments.

About us
RISE is Sweden’s research institute and innovation partner. Through collaboration with industry, academia, and the public sector, we contribute to a competitive and sustainable society.

RISE Processum is part of RISE and is a key player in the development of biobased processes and products. At our research facility in Örnsköldsvik, we work closely with industry partners and research organizations within one of Sweden’s strongest biotechnology and biorefinery clusters.

Our Biotechnology group manages a growing portfolio of projects focusing on bioprocesses, chemical and biotechnological analysis, method development, and sustainable materials. We are now building a new Strain Development team and are looking for a scientist in Computational Biology who wants to join us on this exciting journey.

The role
You will work closely with other scientists and engineers within applied biotechnology research. Your main task is to contribute to our varied project portfolio as a computational biologist. Another part of the task will occasionally be to contribute to developing research projects and raising funds to implement them. You will be also working with contract research within strain development, targeting various applications such as biochemicals, biofuels, biomaterials, proteins & enzymes, food & feed etc. You will collaborate with researchers and professionals not only within RISE but also with professionals from companies, universities and other R&D organizations.

You are expected to write grant applications as well as contract research quotations for clients. Planning and executing experiments will also be a part of the role.

At RISE, you will have access to state-of-the-art research infrastructure, including a high-throughput facility for strain development, pilot-scale fermentation facilities with bioreactors up to 10,000 liters, and downstream processing capabilities. Biotechnology is a strategically prioritized area within RISE and is expected to grow significantly in the coming years, making this an excellent opportunity to help shape the future of sustainable biotechnology.

Location: On site in Örnsköldsvik, Sweden. Travel may occur in connection with research collaborations, customer meetings, and conferences.

Who are you?
Requirements:

• PhD degree in computational biology, molecular biology, biotechnology, biochemistry, or a MSc degree with a minimum of 4 years of professional experience in computational biology.

• Expertise in genome-scale models, constraint based analysis and simulations with a broad understanding of various host organisms (yeast, bacteria, filamentous fungi) and their industrial applications.

• Strong competence in genome analysis, NGS, bioinformatics, and data analysis.

• Experience in model guided strain or process design

• Programming and scientific computing incl. Python

• Your personal qualities are of great importance, and we would like you to be a cooperative problem solver.

• Working proficiency in English, both spoken and written.

• Networking and consortium building skills

Meritorious:

• Experience in integrating genomic, transcriptomic, proteomic, or metabolomic data

• Machine learning or AI methods applied to strain improvement, phenotype prediction, or high throughput screening data.

• Handling high throughput strain or library data, including robotics generated datasets or biofoundry-scale experiments.

• Statistical and data-science competence

• Experience or familiarity with bioprocess simulation

• Fluent in Swedish

As a person, you are a collaborative problem solver who enjoys working closely with colleagues and external partners. You have a structured way of working and the ability to drive your work independently while contributing to the success of the team. You are also eager to share knowledge and help build a strong and supportive research environment.

Our offer
We offer a workplace with strong development potential and a growing portfolio of research projects. With us, you will have a varied and stimulating role, working closely with advanced instrumentation and dedicated colleagues. You will become part of an organization that values curiosity, skills development, and long-term thinking, where your expertise truly makes a difference for the sustainable processes of the future. As a person you are open to multi-disciplinary thinking for innovative ideation.

We look forward to receiving your application!
If you have any questions regarding the position, you are welcome to contact Gunnar Westin, Group Manager, +46 70 260 46 23. The application deadline is July 12, 2026.

Union representatives: Frida Sandberg +46 10 516 67 79 (frida.sandberg@ri.se), Verónica Benavente +46 10 516 67 51 (veronica.benavente@ri.se). SACO representative: Johanna Källman +46 10 516 60 10 (johanna.kallman@ri.se).