Researcher Spectroscopist, specializing in protein FTIR - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The Department of Chemistry - Ångström conducts research and education in the chemistry field. The department has more than 250 employees and has a turnover of 250 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 programs and master's programs. More information is available on our website. 

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Duties
The work will involve development, validation and application of ATR-FTIR spectroscopy techniques on hydrogenases and related material. The work will also involve training of new users on the developed instrumentation.

Requirements

• A PhD in physics, biophysics or equivalent is required.
• The successful applicant is also expected to have extensive experience in FTIR spectroscopy and instrumentation, as well as in interpreting and analysing protein FTIR data.   

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 strengthen the administrative work within the unit/department, as well as contribute to its future development.

Additional qualifications
Previous experience in handling oxygen sensitive proteins, and in particular hydrogenases, is highly meriting.

About the employment
The employment is temporary position, two months. Scope of employment 100%. Starting date as soon as possible, or as agreed. Placement: Uppsala

For further information about the position, please contact: 
Gustav Berggren, gustav.berggren@kemi.uu.se 018-4716583
Leif Hammarström, leif.hammarström@kemi.uu.se  018-4713648

Please submit your application by 12th of April 2022, UFV-PA 2022/1143.

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