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Umeå University, Faculty of Science and Technology
Umeå University is one of Sweden’s largest higher education institutions with over 37,000 students and about 4,700 employees. The University offers a diversity of high-quality education and world-leading research in several fields. Notably, the groundbreaking discovery of the CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing tool, which was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, was made here. At Umeå University, everything is close. Our cohesive campuses make it easy to meet, work together and exchange knowledge, which promotes a dynamic and open culture.
The ongoing societal transformation and large green investments in northern Sweden create enormous opportunities and complex challenges. For Umeå University, conducting research about – and in the middle of – a society in transition is key. We also take pride in delivering education to enable regions to expand quickly and sustainably. In fact, the future is made here.
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The Department of Chemistry is seeking a laboratory engineer for coordination of the laboratory activities at one of the department’s laboratories. The employment is permanent and on a part-time basis, 75%. Last day to apply is 25 September 2020. We welcome your application.
Working tasks
As a laboratory engineer, you will have an overall coordinating role in a laboratory that focuses on research in biological chemistry. This includes instruments/equipment, users and material needed for the lab to function optimally. The tasks include coordination and administration of the laboratory, team building, maintenance of instruments/equipment and training regarding routines and safety.
Qualifications
A University degree in the field of engineering, chemistry/molecular biology or equivalent is required, as well as experience of maintenance of instruments/equipment and training regarding routines and safety in a research laboratory or equivalent. Excellent interpersonal communication skills and a shown ability to coordinate multiple tasks are required. Very good knowledge of the English language both written and spoken is a requirement. Education within the management field and/or solid documented experiences of management in different environments is a strong merit. Documented experience of working in a chemical/molecular biology laboratory is a merit.
Employment conditions
The position is permanent and on a part-time basis, 75%. A probationary period may be applied.
Application
The application should contain a cover letter, CV, degree certificate, other relevant certificates and grades and names and contact information to at least two reference persons. The application must be submitted via our e-recruitment system Varbi no later than 25 September 2020.
Other information
For further information, please contact Head of Department Henrik Antti, phone: +4690 786-5359 or e-mail: henrik.antti@umu.se.
The Department of Chemistry is one of the largest departments within the Faculty of Science and Technology with approximately 200 employees, of which approximately 40 graduate students, and a strong and expanding research. The Department has three major research areas: Biological Chemistry,Environmental and Biogeochemistry, and Technical Chemistry. We are also a strong partner in the KBC, Chemical-Biological Centre. https://www.umu.se/en/department-of-Chemistry
| Type of employment | Permanent position |
|---|---|
| Contract type | Part-time |
| First day of employment | By agreement |
| Salary | Monthly salary |
| Number of positions | 1 |
| Full-time equivalent | 75% |
| City | Umeå |
| County | Västerbottens län |
| Country | Sweden |
| Reference number | AN 2.2.1-1138-20 |
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| Published | 03.Sep.2020 |
| Last application date | 25.Sep.2020 11:59 PM CEST |