Researcher in Biophysics - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The research at the division of Solid State Physics is focused around different aspects of semiconductor physics, ranging from materials science to quantum physics, to different applications. The division also leads NanoLund, the major interdisciplinary research environment within nanoscience and nanotechnology at Lund University. Lund Nano Lab is a central key facility for fabrication of material and devices on the nanoscale. The division is also heavily involved in the undergraduate education, especially within the “Engineering Nanoscience” program.

For more than a decade, our research within the area of one-dimensional semiconductor structures, so called nanowires, has been at the international forefront. In particular, our research in bio-nanoscience has played a key role in establishing the field of using nanowires for probing cells and steering cell behavior. More information is found at www.ftf.lth.se and www.nano.lu.se

Subject description Probing the transcriptional state of single cells using nanowires and nanotubes.

Work duties The project will deal with using nanowires and nanotubes to interface living cells. This will involve nanofabrication, including MOVPE, dry and wet etching, and atomic layer deposition. The nanowires and nanotubes will be characterized using scanning electron microscopy and their interface to cells will be studied through live imaging using Stimulated emission depletion (STED) microscopy. Biomolecules will be transported to the cytosol using the nanostructures to probe e.g. the transcriptional state of the cells. Fluorescence microscopy will be used as readout tool.  The candidate is expected to contribute with supervision of PhD students and diploma students.

Qualification requirements Applicants must have:

• A PhD or equivalent research qualification within the subject of the position.
• Very good oral and written proficiency in English.
• Experience with nanofabrication.
• Experience with fluorescence microscopy and STED microscopy.
• Experience with molecular beacons.
• Experience with cell culturing.
• Experience with Scanning Electron Microscopy and surface preparation.

Consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen ongoing research within the department, and how they stand to contribute to its future development.

Terms of employment Temporary employment, 100 %, 2 years.

Instructions on how to apply

Applications shall be written in English and be compiled into a PDF-file containing:

• résumé/CV, including a list of publications,
• a general description of past research and future research interests (no more than three pages),
• contact information of at least two references,
• copy of the doctoral degree certificate, and other certificates/grades that you wish to be considered.