Project Assistant in Pure and Applied Biochemistry - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The research project is part of ScanOats, an industrial research centre with oat in focus.

Work duties The general aim of the project is to develop new oat varieties with improved storage stability. The work tasks include analysis of lipids, lipases and rancidity products in oat. Methods regularly used within the project will include e.g.lipid extraction, lipid class separation using TLC and/or SPE column, fatty acid analysis using GC, and fluorometric determination of lipase activity. Analysis is to be made on different harvested oats, and on samples from an ongoing storage study. The research also includes conducting literature reviews. Other existing tasks within the research group may also be relevant.

Qualifications

• Education: Master degree in relevant education, preferably biotechnology
• Knowledge: Very good oral and written proficiency in English

Other merits

• Experience: Previous experience of working with oat, lipids, lipid breakdown products and lipases is meriting.

We will place great emphasis on personal suitability. Consideration will also be given to i.e. good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen the administrative work within the unit/department, as well as contribute to its future development.

Terms of employment Temporary position, 100 %, 6 months with starting date as soon as possible.

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.).