Postdoc in paper- and textile-based DNA molecular diagnostics - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Job description

The Hamedi lab (www.hamedilab.com) at the Department of Fibre and Polymer Technology focuses on combining electroactive materials and biopolymers to develop new tools and devices that can have an impact on the areas of energy and health. 

The primary aim of the project is to explore electronic textiles and paper-based devices for the integration of molecular DNA diagnostics. The integration deals with all levels of diagnostics including samples preparation, using novel ways of lysing cells to extract DNA, to new forms of DNA amplification in paper and textiles, to new methods of detecting DNA using for example printed electronics.

What we offer

• International workplace.
• A leading technical university that creates knowledge and expertise for a sustainable future.
• Here you get colleagues with high ambitions in an open, curious and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, in Biotechnology, Electronics or Physics, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline.
• In-depth knowledge of biotechnology.
• Experience of electronic nanomaterials in biology.
• Experience and skills in using electronic and bio-technical instruments.

The successful candidate needs to have an excellent academic record of accomplishment, well-developed analytical skills as well as problem solving skills. We are looking for a highly motivated candidate who can contribute with his or her own ideas and can work independently as well as collaborative. Good knowledge of English in speech and writing is necessary to publish and present research results in international conferences and journals.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal competence and suitability.

Preferred qualifications

It will be considered an advantage if you have additional knowledge or experience in nanotechnology, DNA techniques.

• Scientific skills.
• Educational ability.
• Awareness of diversity and equal treatment issues with a particular focus on gender equality

Trade union representatives

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Application

Log into KTH's recruitment system in order to apply to this position. You are the main responsible to ensure that your application is complete according to the ad.

Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

The application must include the following documents:

• Curriculum vitae
• Transcripts from university/university college and copy of degree certificate
• Cover letter (detailing both your previous scientific work experience and your interest in this position)
• Example of technical writing, e.g., selected scientific paper or PhD thesis
• Contact information for two references

About the employment

The position offered is time limited for a maximum period of two years.

A position as a postdoctoral fellow is a time-limited qualified appointment focusing mainly on research, intended as a first career step after a dissertation.

Others

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