Project assistant at the Department of Food Technology - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Description of the workplace 

The research group Food Hygiene at the Department of Food Technology, Engineering and Nutrition develops methods for identification of bacteria and clarifies the role of these bacteria in food and human health. The research performed in the group has been pioneering in development of probiotics and the group has a close collaboration within both medical care, industry and academia.

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 

Work duties 

The work duties include analysing the composition of the microflora and quantifying selected species in samples from plant-based foods, as well as in samples from clinical and experimental studies. The laboratory work consists of PCR-based methods and data management. Identification of flora composition will be analysed by next generation sequencing and bioinformatics. For quantification of bacterial groups, quantitative PCR will be used. The work duties also include standardized and scaled-up cultivation of probiotic bacteria and optimization of formulation for its survival. The duties furthermore include laboratory assistance in teaching.

Qualifications  

Required qualifications for the position are:

• A master’s degree in Food Technology, Food Engineering or Biotechnology, alternatively in Molecular Biology, Horiculture, or corresponding merits.
• Very good knowledge and practical experience of basic microbiological methods, such as cultivation and isolation of bacteria.
• Very good oral and written proficiency in English.

Additional qualifications for the position are:

• Experience of Next Generation Sequencing and associated bioinformatic data analysis.
• Experience of quantitative PCR.
• Experience of Sanger sequencing.
• Experience in HPLC.
• Knowledge within formulation and stabilization of microorganisms.
• Good oral and written proficiency in Swedish.
• Good knowledge in scientific writing.
• Pedagogical experience.

We will place great emphasis on personal suitability. Consideration will be given to drive, independence and good collaborative and communication skills, both within the project group and towards external partners. Great emphasis will also be placed on how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen the scientific work and the research group in which the applicant will work within.

Further information 

The position is a fixed term position for six months at 100 per cent of full time and starting 2023-11-01 or according to agreement.

How to apply 

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 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.).  

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