Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions
Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)Job Description
Location: Olink, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, Uppsala, Sweden (On site).
Duration: Jan–June 2026
Supervisor: Emmy Rannikko
Project Overview
Are you interested in working at the intersection of bioanalysis and drug development? This thesis project addresses a highly relevant challenge: how therapeutic antibodies may interfere with biomarker measurements in plasma using Olink assays. You will have the opportunity to combine work with Olink’s Proximity Extension Assay (PEA) technology and advanced biophysical methods to explore mechanisms in a real research setting.
Objectives
Screening: Test a selection of known therapeutic antibodies in plasma (spike-in) and analyze interference using mid-plex PEA readouts.
Deep Dive: Perform titrations for selected antibodies and investigate detailed effects.
Mechanistic Studies: For selected cases, verify interactions using SPR (Surface Plasmon Resonance) technology.
Optional (time permitting): Explore and compare with plasma samples endogenously treated with therapeutic antibodies based on assay signatures.
Why It’s Exciting
The results will provide insights into how therapeutic antibodies affect biomarker measurements—critical for both clinical studies and diagnostics. You will gain hands-on experience with modern proteomics platforms and biophysical interaction analysis.
About You
Interested in bioanalysis, proteomics, and pharmaceutical research.
Enjoy combining experimental work with data analysis and problem-solving.
Currently pursuing a master’s degree in biotechnology, biomedicine, molecular biology, or a related field.
About Thermofisher:
ThermoFisher Scientific is a world leader in serving science, with a mission to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Our extensive portfolio includes innovative technologies, cutting-edge research, and comprehensive laboratory services that support a wide range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, healthcare, environmental, and industrial applications.
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