Research engineer within neurodegenerative diseases - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply
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Faculty of Medicine, Department of Experimental Medical Science
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.
Description of the workplace
At the research group for Neural Plasticity and Repair (NPR), research is conducted in neuroscience. The research has been at the forefront of the field for years. The group is led by Professor Jia-Yi Li and consists of both research and technical staff. The NPR is located at the Biomedical Center (A10) in Lund. Here you can read more about our exciting research.
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Within the research group, we care for a workplace that is experienced as developing and stimulating for all employees.
We are hereby looking for a driven research engineer. The employment is part time 80%, fixed term employment for 12 months with the desired entry date of January 2024 or as agreed.
We offer
Lund University is a public authority which means that employees get particular benefits, generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme.
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Work duties and areas of responsibility
Investigate the disease protein alpha-synuclein and Tau aggregation and propagation and influencing factors. The candidate will perform cell culture experiments and data analyses, in models of Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease and search for early targets for intervention.
Qualifications
Required qualifications:
- PhD in neurobiology or neuroscience
- Documented expertise in cell models of Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases, protein production and aggregation of amyloid proteins in vitro.
Desired qualifications:
- Knowledge and practical experience of live cell imaging, confocal microscopy, and knowledge of label-free optical photothermal infrared super-resolution microscopectroscopy (OPTIR) and soft X-ray spectromicroscopy (STIXM).
- Good knowledge of English
- Ability to work well in a group.
Further information
This is 12 months fixed term employment part time (80%). Start date is January 1st 2024 or as agreed.
How to apply
The application must contain a personal letter, in which you describe how you meet the qualifications sought, a CV and diploma.
| Type of employment | Special fixed-term employment |
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| Contract type | Part-time |
| First day of employment | 2024-01-01 or according to agreement |
| Salary | Monthly salary |
| Number of positions | 1 |
| Full-time equivalent | 80% |
| City | Lund |
| County | Skåne län |
| Country | Sweden |
| Reference number | PA2023/3503 |
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| Published | 14.Nov.2023 |
| Last application date | 28.Nov.2023 11:59 PM CET |