Associate researcher in Virus Biophysics - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Description of the workplace

At the research group for Virus Biophysics, research is conducted in physical virology and structural virology with a focus on human herpesviruses. Special focus is on physical mechanisms that control the ejection of viral genome into the host cell during the viral division process. We also study how viral capsids are assembled inside the cell, how the cell's mechanical properties respond to an infection, and which processes lead to the reactivation of the herpesvirus from a latent (dormant) state. In addition, we are developing novel antiviral drugs that target biophysical processes in the viral life cycle. We discovered groundbreaking antiviral mechanisms of action that do not lead to development of resistance in the infected cell. This project benefits from newly built infrastructure in Lund – MAX IV, which is the world’s brightest X-ray synchrotron, and soon to be completed European Spallation Source (ESS) for neutron scattering studies.  

The group is led by Professor Alex Evilevitch and consists of both research and technical staff. The laboratory is located at the Biomedical Center in Lund. Here you can read more about our exciting research Here you can read more about our exciting research Alex Evilevitch – Research output — Lund University

Within the research group we foster a work environment that is developing and stimulating for all employees.

We are now seeking an associate researcher in small angle x-ray and / or small angle neutron scattering (SAXS / SANS). The position is a 100 percent full-time fixed term position for 6 months. The desired start date is February 2023 or by agreement

We offer

Lund University is a public authority which means that employees get particular benefits, generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme. Read more on the University website about being a Lund University employee Work at Lund University | Lund University

Work duties and areas of responsibility

As associate researcher you will be responsible for the structural virology project in the research group. Your responsibilities mainly include SAXS and/or SANS measurements, data collection and analysis, beamline applications as well as virus and cell preparation. Other tasks within the research group may also be relevant, such as imaging analysis using fluorescence microscopy and atomic force microscopy.

You will also be required to participate in conferences, business trips and student training and supervision.

Qualifications
Requirements for employment are:

An associate researcher has to have completed a doctoral degree (PhD or an equivalent degree) and have the following requirements fulfilled for employment:

- PhD in physics / chemistry / biophysics / structure biology / cell biology / virology

- Experience in X-ray and / or neutron scattering analysis

- Experience in SANS/SAXS modeling of experimental systems

- Knowledge and research experience in cell biology / virology

Great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities. For this position you have to be 

flexible and have team working skills, good communication skills and critical thinking ability.

Other merits include:

- Research experience at a synchrotron facility

- Research in virology (specifically the herpes virus).

- Post doctoral experience within the virus and biophysics area. 

Further information

The position is a fixed term position for 6 months at 100 percent of full time and starting in 02 2023 or by agreement.

How to apply

Applications are to be submitted via the University’s recruitment system. The application should include a personal letter justifying your interest in the position and how it matches your qualifications. The application should also include a CV, degree certificates or equivalent and any other document to which you would like to draw attention (copies of grade transcripts, details of referees, letters of recommendation, etc)