Danaher

Master Thesis Project – Affinity protein engineering

Sweden · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerDanaher
LocationSweden
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted7 Oct 2026

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Cytiva, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.

At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. Take your next step to an altogether life-changing career.

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Master’s Thesis Opportunity in Affinity Protein Engineering

Resin and Ligand Design is a department of approximately 110 employees within Resin Technology and Filtration R&D. The department develops chromatography resins and other consumables used in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

We are seeking a master’s student to complete a thesis project on the design and optimization of novel affinity ligands for chromatography. As part of our R&D organization, you will contribute to the development of innovative products used in the manufacture of leading biological medicines.

About the Project

The project focuses on identifying novel protein–protein interactions for the development of affinity chromatography ligands.

You will participate in the discovery and evaluation of protein-based ligand candidates, including their characterization and ranking. Phage display will be a central method in the project.

The experimental work will involve a range of techniques, including phage display, cloning, recombinant protein expression, protein purification (ÄKTA), SDS-PAGE, and surface plasmon resonance (SPR).

Plan and carry out assigned tasks independently to achieve the project objectives.
Troubleshoot experimental challenges and propose appropriate solutions.
Document, analyze, and communicate results in both written and oral form.
Perform all work in accordance with Cytiva policies and guidelines.

The thesis project will be conducted at our Solna site (Karolinska Institutet area). Details regarding the project period, preferred start date, application deadline, and contact persons will be provided in the final announcement.

Who You Are

You are enrolled in a master’s programme in biotechnology, chemistry, or a related field.
You are self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented.
You can plan your work independently and approach problems systematically.
You have strong written and oral communication skills.
You work well with others and contribute positively to a collaborative environment.

You are comfortable working in English; knowledge of Swedish is an advantage.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

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