Lunds University, Faculty of Science, Department of Chemistry

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.

Work duties

Develop x-ray photon correlation spectroscopy (XPCS) as a method to investigate dynamics of dense colloidal suspensions and protein solutions, systematic investigation of  concentration-dependent diffusion and comparison with alternative techniques such as differential dynamic microscopy (DDM), evaluate possible radiation damage effects and develop approaches to limit them.

Qualifications

PhD in soft matter physics, considerable practical knowledge on scattering techniques, in particular XPCS, practical knowledge of DDM, practical experience with anisotropic magnetic colloids.

Type of employment Temporary position
Contract type Full time
First day of employment 2019-08-01 for two years
Salary monthly
Number of positions 1
Full-time equivalent 100
City Lund
County Skåne län
Country Sweden
Reference number PA2019/1567
Contact
  • Peter Schurtenberger, professor, + 46 46 222 82 19, peter.schurtenberger@fkem1.lu.s
  • Magdalena Brossing, HR-coordinator, +46 46 222 95 62
Union representative
  • OFR/ST:Fackförbundet ST:s kansli, 046-222 93 62
  • SACO:Saco-s-rådet vid Lunds universitet, 046-222 93 64
Published 22.May.2019
Last application date 04.Jun.2019 11:59 PM CEST

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