Postdoctoral position in biomedical engineering with a focus on acoustofluidics and nanoparticle manipulation  - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Description of the workplace

The post doc position is positioned at the division for Nanobiotechnology where the key activities are directed towards microfluidics and lab-on-a-chip technologies. The division holds a frontier position in acoustofluidics research with focus on both fundamental fluid physics in acoustic fields and life science applications of acoustofluidics (https://bme.lth.se/research-pages/nanobiotechnology-and-lab-on-a-chip/). The research is closely linked to the medical faculty within both preclinical and clinical queries, with a goal to develop new technology for sorting, manipulation and analysis of cells and other biological particles. The research is performed in laboratories both at LTH and at the Biomedical Center at Lund University.  The department also hosts an infrastructure resource to support the development of microfluidic and lab-on-a-chip systems for research groups at Lund University.

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Subject description

The position comprises research and development in biomedical engineering with a focus on acoustofluidics and nanoparticle manipulation. Specific focus will be put on the development of acoustofluidic components for acoustic trapping of submicron particles, especially biological nanoparticles. 

Work duties

The main duties involved in a post-doctoral position is to conduct research. Teaching may also be included, but up to no more than 20 % of working hours. The position includes the opportunity for three weeks of training in higher education teaching and learning. The purpose of the position is to develop the independence as a researcher and to create the opportunity of further development. 

The research activities involve development of components for acoustic trapping and performance evaluation of these.

Detailed description of the work duties, such as: 

• Supervision of degree projects and doctoral students
• Actively seeking external research funding
• Collaboration with industry and wider society
• Administration related to the work duties listed above 

Qualification requirements 

Appointment to a post-doctoral position requires that the applicant has a PhD, or an international degree deemed equivalent to a PhD, within the subject of the position. The certificate proving the qualification requirement is met, must be received before the employment decision is made. Priority will be given to candidates who have graduated no more than three years ago before the last day for application. Under special circumstances, the doctoral degree can have been completed earlier. 

Additional requirements:

• Very good oral and written proficiency in English
• Very good knowledge of acoustofluidics

Assessment criteria 

This is a career development position primarily focused on research. The position is intended as an initial step in a career, and the assessment of the applicants will primarily be based on their research qualifications and potential as researchers. Particular emphasis will be placed on research skills within the subject.

For appointments to a post-doctoral position, the following shall form the assessment criteria:

• A good ability to develop and conduct high quality research.
• Teaching skills

Other qualifications:

• Ability to communicate
• Collaborative skills
• Documented experience in clean room fabrication with micro- and nanotechnology
• Documented experience in design and manufacturing of acoustofluidic microsystems
• Experience of acoustic manipulation of bacteria or biological nanoparticles
• Experience in performance evaluation of acoustofluidic microsystems
• Experience of numerical modelling of acoustically actuated microfluidic systems
• Knowledge and experience of acoustophoresis and acoustic trapping of micro- and nano scale particles
• Experience in mentoring students and supervising Master's and Bachelor's thesis projects

Consideration will also be given to 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.

Further information

This is a full-time, fixed-term employment of 3 years. The period of employment is determined in accordance with the agreement “Avtal om tidsbegränsad anställning som postdoktor” (“Agreement on fixed-term employment as a post-doctoral fellow”).

How to apply

Applications shall be written in English and include a cover letter stating the reasons why you are interested in the position and how it matches your qualifications. The application must 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.).

You are also asked to answer the selection questions. 

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