Project Assistant in Biology - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Project assistent at the department of Biology, MEMEG, microbial ecology

Work duties

• Development of methods to create microscale heterogeneity, both physical and chemical, in microfluidic chips
• Develop ways to include optical windows for spectroscopic analyses into the chips
• Develop ways to analyse microscopic data from the chips, via automated image analysis and self-learning algorithms
• Work in tight collaboration with biologists that perform microscopic experiments in the newly developed chips
• Work in tight collaboration with a postdoc at MaxLab IV performing synchrotron analysis in chips, and a spectroscopist performing Raman- and FT-IR analysis in chips
• Actively contribute to a positive and creative working atmosphere in the group

 Qualifications

• Bachelor certificate in engineering, with specialization in microfluidics or other relevant field
• Experience in the development of microfluidic chips Experience or strong interest in biological and/or environmental applications
• Experience in image analysis, modeling and self-learning algorithms, or the willingness to acquire these skills
• Very good proficiency in written and communicated English
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well with other members of the research team

Other merits

• Documented ability to develop and carry out high-quality research
• Documentation of successful completion of research projects
• High intellectual capacity and problem-solving ability technical and analytical know-how
• Organization skills enthusiasm, dedication and an ability to work both independently and embedded in a team

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
Fixed-term employment for 12months, preferred start: according to agreement. The scope of the employment is full time. Contact person is Edith Hammer, edith.hammer@biol.lu.se

 Instructions on how to apply
Applications should include a cover letter stating the reasons why you are interested in the position and in what way the employment corresponds to your qualifications. The application should also contain a CV, degree certificate or equivalent, and other documents you wish to be considered (grade transcripts, contact information for your references, letters of recommendation, etc.).