Uppsala universitet, Institutionen för kemi - Ångström

The Department of Chemistry - Ångström laboratory conducts research and education in the chemistry field. The department has more than 200 employees and has a turnover just over 200 million SEK. At the department's six programs, we conduct very successful research of a high international standard. We have a large number of externally funded research projects, often with international cooperation and we see continued good growth in our subject area. The department has education assignments in engineering and civil engineering programs and master's programs.

Subject description: The EU-supported project SoFiA  is conducted within the Physical Chemistry Program at UU, and with seven partners within Europe. The Physical Chemistry Program conducts well-recognized fundamental research in the areas of solar energy and chemical dynamics,

Work duties: Coordination of the EU project SoFiA. Communication, planning, coordination and follow-up of the project with all partners, as well as reporting to the EU Commission.

Requirements:

  • Education: PhD degree in Science or engineering in an area relevant for the project, in particular polymers.
  • Experience: Prior experience working in EU projects..
  • Knowledge: English, fluent, verbal and in writing..
  • Competences: Documented ability to produce successful project proposals to the EU Commission, which have been funded. Scientific and entrepeneurial competence shown by sceintific publications in international peer-reviewed journals and patents. Good organizational skills, and ability to organize and koordinate projects, conferences etc.

We will place great emphasis on personal suitability. Consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen the administrative work within the unit/department, as well as contribute to its future development.

Instructions on how to apply: Applications should include a cover letter stating the reasons why you are interested in the position and in what way the employment corresponds to your qualifications. The application should also contain a CV, degree certificate or equivalent, and other documents you wish to be considered (grade transcripts, contact information for your references, letters of recommendation, etc.).

Uppsala University strives to be an inclusive workplace that promotes equal opportunities and attracts qualified candidates who can contribute to the University’s excellence and diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people of all backgrounds.

Salary: Individually negotiated salary.

Starting date: 01-01-2019 or as otherwise agreed.

Type of position: Temporary  position abroad in Italy ending 31-12-2019

Working hours: 75 %

For further information about the position please contact
Leif Hammarström, +46 18471 3648

Please submit your application by 22 November 2018, UFV-PA 2018/3893

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Type of employment Temporary position
Contract type Part-time
Salary Fixed salary
Number of positions 1
Full-time equivalent 75%
City Uppsala
County Uppsala län
Country Sweden
Reference number UFV-PA 2018/3893
Union representative
  • Ellena Papaioannou, Seko, 018-471 3315
  • Suzanne Borén Andersson, TCO/ST, 018-471 6251
  • Per Sundman, Saco-rådet, 018-471 1485
Published 08.Nov.2018
Last application date 22.Nov.2018 11:59 PM CET

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