Research Assistant in carbohydrate and nucleic acid chemistry - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The Department of Chemistry - Ångström laboratory conducts research and education in the chemistry field. The department has more than 250 employees and has a turnover just over 250 million SEK. At the department's seven 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. For more information visit our website.

Work duties:

The candidate will:

• synthesize self-assembled nanoparticles, characterise the materials and perform in vitro experiments
• design strategies to load nucleic acid drugs in the nanoparticles and analyse the materials using in vitro cell culture experiments
• design strategies to load small molecule anticancer drugs in the nanoparticles and analyse the materials using in vitro cell culture experiments
• participate in in vivo experiments in collaboration with partners in Sweden and Europe

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's or master's degree in materials science, biomedical or chemical engineering. Knowledge and experience in handling bionanomaterials and its characterization.
• Experience: Prior work experience in cell culture and/or synthesis of chemically modified biopolymers.
• Knowledge: Ability to communicate effortless in English in speech and writing.

We will place great emphasis on personal suitability. Consideration will also be given to i.e. good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and to contribute to its future development. Also, we will consider evidence of pedagogic and  structured work methodology both individually and in groups.

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.).

Salary: Individual pay.

Starting date: 2021-04-01.

Type of employment: Temporary position ending 2021-11-30.

Scope of employment: 100 %.

For further information about the position please contact: Oommen Varghese; +46 725036398; oommen.varghese@kemi.uu.se

Please submit your application by March 10 2021, UFV-PA 2021/775.

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