Postdoctoral Scholarship in Chemistry: Linköping University (LiU) is one of Sweden’s largest and most prestigious universities, offering world-leading, cross-disciplinary research. The Department of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (IFM) at LiU is seeking a postdoctoral scholar to participate in groundbreaking research on amyloidogenic proteins, with a focus on protein science tools and mouse models.
Job Title: Postdoctoral Scholarship in Chemistry
Designation: Postdoctoral Scholar
Research Area: Protein Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Neurochemistry
Location: Linköping University, Department of Physics, Chemistry and Biology (IFM), Linköping, Sweden
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Citizenship: Scholarship is open only to non-Swedish citizens with a PhD degree or equivalent from outside Sweden.
- Academic Requirements:
- PhD in a relevant subject (e.g., biochemistry, protein chemistry, molecular biology, neurochemistry).
- PhD must not be older than 5 years.
- The candidate must not have been previously employed by Linköping University.
- Strong problem-solving skills and creativity are essential.
Job Description:
The position involves using protein science tools and animal models to study amyloidogenic proteins encoded by virus genomes, including Herpes zoster, Varicella zoster, and SARS-CoV-2. The project will include:
- Protein production and cross-seeding experiments in vitro.
- In vivo experiments with mouse models to explore amyloid formation related to neurodegenerative diseases.
- Training in mouse handling, protein production, and amyloid detection.
You will work in a BSL3 lab equipped with state-of-the-art instruments for biophysical measurements, supported by a core facility that allows in-depth research into neurodegenerative diseases.
Appointment and Conditions:
- Start Date: November 1, 2024, or by agreement.
- Duration: The scholarship can last for up to two years.
- Salary: SEK 25,000 per month (tax-free).
- Additional Funding: Conference participation funding is available.
How to Apply:
Submit the following documents (in PDF format):
- Cover letter (1-2 pages explaining your background and interest in the project)
- Curriculum vitae (max 2 pages) with at least two references
- List of publications
- Copy of PhD diploma
Send your application electronically to orjan.danielsson@liu.se, with copies to registrator@ifm.liu.se and stipendium@ifm.liu.se.
Mark your application with the reference number Dnr IFM-2024-00488 in the subject line.
Last Date to Apply: October 11, 2024
Contact Information:
- Supervisor: Sofie Nystrom, Associate Professor, Docent
Email: sofie.nystrom@liu.se - IFM Scholarship Group: stipendium@ifm.liu.se
Linköping University
Department of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (IFM)
