Scientific Researcher in Biomass Characterization

4 weeks ago


Gothenburg, Västra Götaland, Sweden Chalmers tekniska högskola Full time
Job Description

A leading research center, Chalmers tekniska högskola, seeks to recruit an Assistant Professor in Fundamental Characterization and Modelling of Biomass with a strong scientific track record and desire to develop their independent research career in a highly diverse, multidisciplinary and collaborative environment.

The successful candidate will receive a generous start-up package, which will provide the opportunity to build an independent research line on advanced methodologies for characterization of the plant cell wall and its components, of processing methods and of the obtained materials.

A key area of focus will be on cutting-edge experimental or theoretical characterization methods or in-depth modelling of biomass and key phenomena around its processing and valorization, such as extractability of polymers or accessibility of enzymes.

The candidate is expected to build a research group with expertise in one of the following areas: molecular characterization of biomass and polymer interactions, correlative electron microscopy, scattering techniques or soft matter modelling such as molecular dynamics simulations.

Major Responsibilities
  • Active engagement in research, developing a distinct line of research through independent research projects.
  • Active contribution to education on all levels (normally comprises less than 20% of full-time duties).
  • Supervision of masters and doctoral students.
  • Seek external research funding.
  • Take part in joint departmental and university-wide tasks.
  • Take part in WWSC related tasks.
  • Take part in international collaborations on a high scientific level.
  • Collaboration with other research groups.
  • Dissemination of research results and outreach to society.

Contract Terms
The appointment as Assistant Professor is a four-year, entry-level, faculty position with tenure track, whereby you will acquire both pedagogical and research qualifications.

An Assistant Professor is expected to improve the ability to formulate and solve scientific problems, to publish scientific articles, and to develop skills in teaching and supervision, by means of both practical training and independent study.

The aim is to achieve the level of Associate Professor within four years and, if successful, you will be offered a permanent faculty position at Chalmers.

One assessment will be conducted after two years, and an additional assessment for granting tenure will be conducted in conjunction with the period of appointment reaching its conclusion.

Qualifications
  • PhD degree in a relevant field (biology, chemistry, physics, biotechnology, chemical engineering, materials science or similar) not older than 7 years prior to the application deadline.
  • Post-doctoral appointment or the equivalent.
  • Conducted research resulting in publications in leading journals of your field of research and presentations at leading conferences.
  • Demonstrated ability to engage in national and international collaborations.
  • Demonstrated pedagogical competence.
  • Experience in applying for research funding.
  • Teamwork, leadership, organizational and entrepreneurial skills.

We Offer
Chalmers offers a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg.

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