Project assistant in Chemical Engineering
Lunds universitet, 009999 LUNDS UNIVERSITET, 100000 LTH
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 Department of Process and Life Science Engineering (PLE) at Lund University is located at Kemicentrum, one of the Nordics' largest centers for education and research in the field of chemistry. PLE has around 150 employees, of which around 65 are PhD students. The department offers a broad competence in areas such as chemical engineering, food technology, biotechnology and technical microbiology. The research and education at PLE spans the entire subject of chemistry and includes both undergraduate and graduate education. The Department of Process Engineering and Applied Biosciences (PLE) at Lund University works actively to ensure a good working environment through several initiatives and routines. PLE encourages open communication and collaboration between employees, students and management to continuously improve and have regular meetings and dialogues to discuss workplace safety.
Description of the workplace
The position is part of the Membrane Separation and New Food development that is ongoing at the department and is closely ties to the Biotech heights innovation hub that is under establishment.
We offer
Lund University is a public authority which means that employees get particular benefits, generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme. It is advisable to enter information on what your unit specifically can offer as a new workplace.
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Work duties
This project assistant position is focused on developing downstream separation processes after fermentation in the new food area, with the aim of reducing water and nutrient needs by water recycling. The position involves development and verification of different separation processes for cell biomass and protein separation from fermentation broth. The work is carried out in collaboration with other employees in nearby projects and with the project's company contacts.
Qualifications
Required qualifications for the position are:
- Master of Science in Chemical Engineering or equivalent education
- Knowledge in downstream processes
- Very good knowledge of English, in speech and writing
Additional qualifications for the position are:
- Experience from different relevant separation processes such as HPLC and GC.
Further information
The employment is a fixed-term employment as a project assistant for one year at 100 per cent of full time and starting 2025-06-01 or by 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.)
Welcome with your application!
| Type of employment | Temporary position |
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| Employment expires | 2026-05-31 |
| Contract type | Full time |
| First day of employment | 2025-06-01 or after agreement |
| Salary | Monthly salary |
| Number of positions | 1 |
| Full-time equivalent | 100 % |
| City | Lund |
| County | Skåne län |
| Country | Sweden |
| Reference number | PA2025/1447 |
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| Published | 30.Apr.2025 |
| Last application date | 14.May.2025 11:59 PM CEST |