Lunds universitet, MAX IV, Diffraction & Scattering

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 47 000 students and more than 8 800 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition.

Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset.

Job description

We are looking for an experienced scientist with expertise in X-ray microtomography, who can help us deliver the ForMAX beamline. In the future the scientist will be part of the team operating ForMAX.

The tasks include:

  • Lead the development of X-ray microtomography capabilities at ForMAX.
  • Be involved in the design, procurement, construction, and commissioning of the beamline.
  • Initiate and participate in activities to strengthen the future ForMAX user community, for example through research collaborations and active participation in meetings, workshops, and conferences.
  • Participate in the development of courses and workshops to train new users.

 

Qualifications

We are looking for a candidate with the following qualifications:

  • PhD in a scientific area relevant for the ForMAX project and documented post-doctoral experience within such an area.
  • Expertise in X-ray microtomographic imaging, preferably on soft or bio-based materials.
  • Strong social and communication skills.
  • Good command of written and spoken English.

The following qualifications are considered a merit:

  • Past work experience at a synchrotron beamline.
  • Experience in design, construction, and operation of synchrotron beamlines and/or complex sample environments.
  • Project management skills.

This is a permanent position. Probation period may apply.

Type of employment Permanent position
Contract type Full time
First day of employment As per agreement
Salary Monthly salary
Number of positions 1
Full-time equivalent 100 %
City Lund
County Skåne län
Country Sweden
Reference number PA2019/1049
Contact
  • Ann Terry, +46703264498
Union representative
  • OFR/S:Fackförbundet ST:s kansli, 046-222 93 62, st@st.lu.se
  • SACO:Saco-s-rådet vid Lunds , 046-222 93 64, kansli@saco-s.lu.se
Published 03.Apr.2019
Last application date 19.May.2019 11:59 PM CEST

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