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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.
The Center for Molecular Protein Science (CMPS), Department of Chemistry brings together scientists active within the fields of biochemistry, molecular biophysics, structural biology, and physical and theoretical chemistry. We study biological and designed protein systems using a combination of classical and advanced techniques including optical and NMR spectroscopy, surface plasmon resonance, light and X-ray scattering, cryo-electron and fluorescence microscopy and X-ray crystallography. You will join the research groups of Kristine Steen Jensen and of Sara Linse at CMPS. The work will be focussed on the use and development of NMR methods to study protein self-assembly and amyloid formation.
Biophysical chemistry involves research directed towards molecular questions in biological systems. The experimental and theoretical methods used often have their origins in physics. The biophysical chemistry research within the divisions of Biophysical Chemistry as well as Biochemistry and Structural Biology (Department of Chemistry), include experimental and theoretical research on biological matter. Significant work is devoted to protein self-assembly and co-assembly and interactions with other biomolecules. The current projects focuses i) on the understanding of the role of small posttranslational modifications in protein amyloid formation of superoxide dismutase 1 associated with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and ii) on a class of chaperones that through interactions increase the solubility of other proteins (clients) and thereby prevent or delay precipitation and amyloid formation. The work will focus on the development of NMR methods for the study of these systems and for the characterization of transiently formed soluble oligomers.
The main duty of 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 work will focus on the use of solution state NMR spectroscopy to study protein self-assembly reactions with a focus on NMR translational diffusion methods for complex systems and NMR relaxation methods.
The project involves:
You will have specific responsibility for NMR method development and implementation, data acquisition and data analysis.
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.
A person meets the general admission requirements for a post-doctoral position if the applicant:
Additional requirements:
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:
Other qualifications:
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.
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.
This is a full-time, fixed-term employment of two years (24 months). 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”).
Applications are to be submitted via the University’s recruitment system. The application should include a CV and a personal letter justifying your interest in the position and how it matches your qualifications. The application should also include a degree certificate 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.)”
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Type of employment | Temporary position |
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Contract type | Full time |
First day of employment | 2023-10-01 or by agreement |
Salary | Monthly salary |
Number of positions | 1 |
Full-time equivalent | 100% |
City | Lund |
County | Skåne län |
Country | Sweden |
Reference number | PA2023/2622 |
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Published | 05.Sep.2023 |
Last application date | 19.Sep.2023 11:59 PM CEST |