Postdoctoral in Plant Cell Wall Structures: The University of Jyväskylä is seeking 3-4 highly qualified Postdoctoral Researchers to participate in interdisciplinary projects focused on the hierarchical structure of wood and plant cell walls. The research will be conducted within the Department of Physics and involves collaboration with the Nanoscience Center and various national and international partners.
Postdoctoral Researchers for Studying Wood and Plant Cell Wall Structures
Designation
Postdoctoral Researchers
| Research Area | Location | Eligibility/Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Wood and Plant Cell Wall Structures | University of Jyväskylä, Finland | – Doctoral degree in a relevant field – Good written and oral communication skills in English – Desire to understand the structure of (biological) materials |
Job Description
The research positions will focus on the following topics:
- Analysis of Small-Angle Scattering Data: Understanding the cell wall nanostructure through high-performance computing and scattering methods.
- Relevant skills: scientific programming, high-performance computing, SAXS/SANS, wood science.
- Preparation and Characterization of Composites: Working on bacterial cellulose-hemicellulose composites that mimic plant cell wall structures.
- Relevant skills: (bio)chemistry, TEM, SAXS/WAXS, cellulose/polysaccharides.
- Molecular Modeling of Cellulose Structures: Utilizing molecular modeling techniques to study cellulose microfibril formation.
- Relevant skills: scientific programming (Python, Unix shell), molecular modeling.
- Characterization Using Experimental Methods: Employing spatially resolved methods to characterize wood and plant samples.
- Relevant skills: scattering methods, X-ray nano-microtomography, spectroscopic imaging, nanomechanical mapping.
All roles will involve writing and publishing research articles, collaboration, and potentially teaching and supervision.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should complete their application through the online application form and include the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Motivation/Cover Letter (max 2 pages)
- List of Scientific Publications
- Degree Certificate (highest degree)
- Study Transcript
Please ensure your ORCID profile is updated and public.
Last Date to Apply
Applications will be accepted from 7 May 2025 to 15 June 2025 until 23:59 (Europe/Helsinki). Applications sent via email will not be considered.
For further inquiries, please contact Associate Professor Paavo Penttilä at paavo.a.penttila@jyu.fi.
