First Research Engineer in Marine Microbiology - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply
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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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We are looking for a senior research engineer in marine microbiology that will analyse bacteria by electron microscopy, statistical analysis of data and write scientific articles in Arctic microbiology. It is a full-time position limited to 3 months. Start date is October 1st, 2022 or according to agreement. Application deadline is May 27th, 2022.
Task assignment
The holder will participate in research project to investigate prokaryotic maintenance respiration and associated activities. The results shall be scientifically evaluated and published in peer-reviewed journals. Tasks include analysing sea water samples for prokaryotic morphology by electron microscopy, epifluorescence microscopy, determining process rates by radioisotope assays, and evaluate metagenomic and transcriptomic information. The measurements will be quality assured and subject to statistical analysis. A scientific manuscript will be written including informative figures and tables.
Competence requirements
A doctoral degree in microbiology is required. In addition, at least one year of post-doctoral research within the area of prokaryote morphology, taxonomy, and metabolism.
Experience of electron microscopy using negative staining, scanning electron microscopy, and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy is a requirement. The holder should also have worked with epifluorescence microscopy using image analysis by the Labmicrobe software. Good knowledge in prokaryotic growth rate measurements, taxonomy and metagenomics are further valued. The applicant should be well acquainted with statistical software (e.g. SPSS) and ANOVA analysis.
Application
The application shall be written in Swedish or English and include the documents below:
- Accompanying letter presenting yourself with a motivation to apply for the position
- Curriculum vitae (CV) with contact information
- A publication list
- Copy of PhD degree
You apply in our recruitment system Varbi. The application deadline is May 27th, 2022.
Contact
Further information is given by Professor Johan Wikner, phone. +46907867980, e-mail johan.wikner@umu.se
The Department of Ecology and Environment Sciences at Umeå University performs research and postgraduate education in ecology, environmental science, and physical geography. The department has about 150 employees. For more information, visit https://www.umu.se/en/department-of-ecology-and-environmental-science/.
| Type of employment | Special fixed-term employment |
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| Employment expires | 2022-12-31 |
| Contract type | Full time |
| First day of employment | 2022-10-01 or according to agreement |
| Salary | Monthly salary |
| Number of positions | 1 |
| Full-time equivalent | 100% |
| City | Umeå |
| County | Västerbottens län |
| Country | Sweden |
| Reference number | AN 2.2.1-827-22 |
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| Published | 06.May.2022 |
| Last application date | 27.May.2022 |