Application Submission

Interested candidates who meet the aforementioned requirements should submit their applications, no later than 5/10/2023, 16:00 h, by email to Kleanthi Zacharopoulou: kleanthi@iceht.forth.gr.

In order to be considered, the application must include:

• Application letter
• CV with clear description of the methodologies possessed by the applicant and the level of experience
• Scanned copies of academic titles & English language certificate
• Certificate of registration as a M.Sc. student
• Copy of the B.Sc. thesis or evaluation report of the internship
• Department certificate concerning the MSc. thesis

Any application received after the deadline will not be considered for the selection.

Selection Procedure

Applications that are received on time will be evaluated by a scientific committee using the criteria mentioned above.

Selection Announcement

The result of the selection will be announced on the website of: FORTH/ICE-HT.

Candidates have the right to appeal the selection decision, by addressing their written objection to the FORTH/ICE-HT Research Secretariat, e-mail: kleanthi@iceht.forth.gr, within five (5) days after the results announcement on the web.

Contact

For information and questions regarding the application and selection procedure, candidates are asked to contact the FORTH/ICE-HT Research Secretariat, e-mail: kleanthi@iceht.forth.gr, tel.: +30 2610 965278.

For information and questions about the advertised position and the research activity of the group or the Institute, candidates are asked to contact Professor Spyros Yannopoulos: tel: 30 2610 965252, email: sny@iceht.forth.gr

Application Submission

Interested candidates who meet the aforementioned requirements should submit their applications, no later than 5/10/2023, 16:00 h, by email to Kleanthi Zacharopoulou: kleanthi@iceht.forth.gr.

In order to be considered, the application must include:

• Application letter
• CV with clear description of the methodologies possessed by the applicant and the level of experience
• Scanned copies of academic titles & English language certificate
• Certificate of registration as a PhD candidate
• Copies of publications in peer-reviewed journals or annual progress reports
• Employer’s certificate and any other official documentation of the required experience

Any application received after the deadline will not be considered for the selection.

Selection Procedure

Applications that are received on time will be evaluated by a scientific committee using the criteria mentioned above.

Selection Announcement

The result of the selection will be announced on the website of: FORTH/ICE-HT.

Candidates have the right to appeal the selection decision, by addressing their written objection to the FORTH/ICE-HT Research Secretariat, e-mail: kleanthi@iceht.forth.gr, within five (5) days after the results announcement on the web.

Contact

For information and questions regarding the application and selection procedure, candidates are asked to contact the FORTH/ICE-HT Research Secretariat, e-mail: kleanthi@iceht.forth.gr, tel.: +30 2610 965278.

For information and questions about the advertised position and the research activity of the group or the Institute, candidates are asked to contact Professor Spyros Yannopoulos: tel: 30 2610 965252, email: sny@iceht.forth.gr

The evaluation of the candidacies will be based on the following criteria and qualifications:

Application Submission

Interested candidates who meet the aforementioned requirements should submit their applications, no later than 5/10/2023, 16:00 h, by email to Kleanthi Zacharopoulou: kleanthi@iceht.forth.gr.

In order to be considered, the application must include:

• Application letter
• CV with clear description of the methodologies possessed by the applicant and the level of experience
• Scanned copies of academic titles & English language certificate
• Certificate of registration as a M.Sc. student
• Copy of the B.Sc. thesis
• Employer’s certificate and any other official documentation of the required experience

Any application received after the deadline will not be considered for the selection.

Selection Procedure

Applications that are received on time will be evaluated by a scientific committee using the criteria mentioned above.

Selection Announcement

The result of the selection will be announced on the website of: FORTH/ICE-HT.

Candidates have the right to appeal the selection decision, by addressing their written objection to the FORTH/ICE-HT Research Secretariat, e-mail: kleanthi@iceht.forth.gr, within five (5) days after the results announcement on the web.

Contact

For information and questions regarding the application and selection procedure, candidates are asked to contact the FORTH/ICE-HT Research Secretariat, e-mail: kleanthi@iceht.forth.gr, tel.: +30 2610 965278.

For information and questions about the advertised position and the research activity of the group or the Institute, candidates are asked to contact Professor Spyros Yannopoulos: tel: 30 2610 965252, email: sny@iceht.forth.gr

The Laboratory of Process Technology (NeptunLab) at the Department of Microsystems Engineering (IMTEK) at the University of Freiburg offers several Ph.D. positions (m/f/d) starting at the earliest possible date. The position is within the „Dilution Energy Systems“ project and is limited until June 30, 2026.

We offer several Ph.D. Positions at the NeptunLab. The NeptunLab is the highly interdisciplinary research group of Prof. Bastian E. Rapp (Professor of Process Technology) at the Department of Microsystems Engineering (IMTEK) at Freiburg University. The work of the NeptunLab is published in the most important international journals including Lab-on-a-Chip, Advanced Materials, Angewandte Chemie, Science and Nature and has been featured in national and international radio and print media including the BBC, the New York Times and the Discovery Channel.

About the project

Ensuring energy stability while significantly reducing our carbon footprint will require novel concepts to tackle climate crises. The decarbonization of power supply is currently being addressed by extending our renewable capacities, such as photovoltaics. Heat storage, on the other hand, has seen significantly less innovative solutions, with heat pumps being the currently favored option.

This project will investigate a novel concept for providing so-called thermal batteries on the basis of dilution energy. This concept essentially allows converting heat to a liquid that can be transported, stored and released wherever required. Theoretical assessments of this concept predict a storage density exceeding current state-of-the-art reversible heat storage by one order of magnitude.

Activities and Responsibilities

• Screening of viable energy storage materials
• Development of a mixed-phase concentration module suitable for heat storage
• Development of a device for the controlled energy release through a microfluidic mixing device for optimized convective mixing
• Development of a prototype system for in-field validating and figure-of-merit analysis

Qualification Profile

• Master’s degree/Bachelor’s degree/Studies in chemistry, materials science, engineering, sustainable materials or related subjects
• Excellent academic track record
• Excellent English skills in reading and writing
• You should be a team player with ambitions who can conduct research projects independently
• You should be a creative mind without causing excessive chaos around you
• You should be able to structure and document your work properly

Benefits

• An interdisciplinary work environment with a team of motivated scientists that strive to develop clever solutions for scientific and industrial problems with societal implications
• Well-funded projects with access to excellent state-of-the art infrastructure, generous lab space and scientific equipment
• An aspiring young team with great emphasis on publications and publicity
• A lab structure that promotes the development of individual members and fosters open-minded scientific discussions
• A strong focus on the career development of the candidate, including submitting to and attending the most relevant international conferences and summer schools
• An environment that supports start-up mentality – if your research is industrially applicable and promising, we will move toward commercialization of your solution
• Payment of TV-L E13 65% (full time)
• Depending on the performance of the candidate, the Ph.D. degree is generally completed within three years

Your Application

Please consult the “before you apply” section of the laboratory homepage http://www.neptunlab.org/index.php/open-positions#BeforeYouApply

Make sure you attach all relevant documents (pdf format preferred)

• Letter of motivation: Why do you apply for this position?
• Curriculum Vitae
• Academic track record (recent grades)
• References (2 – 3 references with contact details)

The University of Freiburg strives to employ more women in academia and research. We therefore expressly encourage women to apply. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. If multiple candidates prove to be equally qualified, those with disabilities or with equivalent status pursuant to the German Social Code IX (SGB IX) will receive priority for employment.

Submission

Please submit your application (in English only, and as one MERGED PDF file) including your motivation letter, CV, copy of degree certificates, and 2 – 3 references by November 30, 2023, to Dr. Peilong Hou (peilong.hou@neptunlab.org). Please submit copies only, as your application will not be returned to you.

Job no: 0041063 Location: Parkville Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term until May 2026 Faculty: Engineering and Information Technology School: Computing and Information Systems Salary: Level A – $80,258 - $108,906 p.a.* plus 17% super *(PhD Starting point $101,460)

• Collaborate on a nationally recognised research project and join a world-renowned School of Computing.
• Conduct world-class research, with the opportunity to publish in leading venues, and to contribute to the School’s teaching initiatives.
• Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!

About the Role

This fixed-term role involves conducting research relating to Dr Renata Borovica-Gajic’s Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (DECRA), “From data to fast insights: a database system for seamless data exploration”. The work lies at the intersection of databases, artificial intelligence (machine learning and reinforcement learning), user intent prediction and recommender systems, and human computer interaction. The successful candidate will be based in the Artificial Intelligence Group in the School of Computing and Information Systems. The role will focus on developing, implementing, evaluating and documenting novel AI-driven algorithms for performance tuning, user intent prediction, and data and query recommendations for databases.

The position entails conducting independent research in a collaborative environment, leading to the publication of research outcomes in prestigious conferences and journals and supervising student research projects. The candidate may support database/AI teaching (up to 0.2 FTE) within the School.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Contribute to research,  training, scientific mentoring, teaching and supervision of students
• Independently plan and carry out research on the nominated research project and work towards completion of the aims of the project

Who We Are Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will be a highly motivated and accomplished researcher with a strong interest in databases and/or artificial intelligence and a demonstrated background in Computer Science or an allied field, capable of conducting independent research aligned with team and project goals and producing impactful research outcomes. You should possess excellent communication skills, both in written and verbal forms, to effectively collaborate with other researchers and communicate research findings. You should possess strong time-management and organisational abilities to balance independent research, teaching, and supervision responsibilities. Additionally, adaptability and openness to new ideas are crucial soft skills to thrive in a dynamic academic environment.

You will also have:

• A PhD in Computer Science (specialization in databases and/or artificial intelligence), or closely related discipline
• A record of innovative, high quality research as evidenced by publications in leading journals and at conferences commensurate with opportunity
• Demonstrated ability to perform independent research

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

The successful candidate must hold or be willing to obtain a valid Working with Children Check to ensure the University provides a safe environment for everyone.

Your New Team – School of Computing and Information Systems (CIS)

The School of Computing and Information Systems (CIS) is renowned globally for its excellence in information technology research and teaching. CIS holds a prominent position in Australia, consistently ranking at the top for Computer Science (according to 2023 THE and QS rankings). The school received the highest "5 – Well above world standard" rating in both Information and Computing Sciences and Information Systems in the 2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) evaluation.

CIS is home to highly successful research teams specializing in key areas such as Computer Science (CS), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), and Information Systems (IS), along with the Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Ethics (CAIDE).

The school offers majors in the three-year undergraduate 'Melbourne Model' degrees and provides specialized graduate programs in CS (including software engineering), AI, HCI, and IS. CIS also has a vibrant community of active graduate research students, both domestic and international, who consistently publish their work in top venues and actively engage with the academic community.

What We Offer You!

In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!

About the University of Melbourne

We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity.  First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments with the recruitment process, please contact the email address listed at the bottom of the page.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

Join Us!

If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: 

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Fahim Farzad via email at Faculties-TA@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Applications close: 23 October 2023 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)

Job no: 0059338 Location: Parkville Role type: Full-time; Continuing Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences Department/School: Melbourne Dental School Salary: Level D – $169,094 – $186,288 p.a. plus 17% super

• Join a dynamic team and undertake impactful and translational research in the broader field of restorative sciences.
• Work collaboratively across disciplines supporting restorative clinical dentistry teaching.
• Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!

About the Role This is an exciting opportunity for an Associate Professor in Restorative Dentistry and General Practice to join the Melbourne Dental School at the University of Melbourne. The Associate Professor will work closely with academic staff to promote excellence in restorative sciences for entry into the dental profession.

You will be a part of our dedicated team focusing on strategic reviews of education, research and organisational structure and will be actively supported in career and leadership development.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conduct independent and collaborative research in association with research teams within the Melbourne Dental School and the University.
• Contribute and support the development of the School’s research strategy.
• Senior academic leadership of curriculum design and development including assessment and evaluation in curriculum areas related to restorative dentistry restorative sciences and general practice.

• Active engagement in service, leadership and coordination roles in the discipline, School and Faculty

Who We Are Looking For To be successful in this role you have an internationally recognised publication record of distinction and innovation. You will also have extensive knowledge of the sector and demonstrated ability to collaborate with industry partners to deliver collaborative engagement programs.

You will also have:

• A completed primary dental qualification registrable with the Dental Board of Australia, with experience working in general practice dentistry and current AHPRA registration (with no current or prior notifications) and a completed PhD in an appropriate field of expertise.
• Experience in clinical teaching in dentistry and demonstrated ability for excellence in teaching including the capacity to initiate course development.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as work positively in a team and to collaborate in team-taught courses.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

This position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check to ensure the University provides a safe environment for everyone.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Your New Team – Melbourne Dental School The Melbourne Dental School has a strong tradition in dental research and an established international reputation in several research areas. Research in the School is an integral component of staff and student activities underpinning both the undergraduate and graduate curricula. The major research activities of the school are conducted via three Divisions and four major research groups, which range translational biomedical science to clinical studies, pedagogical research. The Head of School joined the University of Melbourne in 2020 and is leading a programme of change within the School focusing on strategic reviews of education, research and organisational structure, known as MDS’25.

What We Offer You! In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!

About the University of Melbourne We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.

Be Yourself The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity.  First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments with the recruitment process, please contact the email address listed at the bottom of the page.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

Join Us! If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: 

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Katie Robertson via email at Faculties-TA@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Applications close: 27 September 2023 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)

Are you looking for a highly ambitious research project that brings together developmental biology, stem cell engineering, epigenetic reprogramming, and single cell technologies? Here is your chance to contribute to science that makes a difference for childhood cancers!

The Tomazou group at the St. Anna Children’s Cancer Research Institute (CCRI) is recruiting a PhD student interested in developmental biology and epigenetic reprogramming for a new project funded by the European Research Council (ERC). In this responsible role, you will have the unique opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary competence center for pediatric cancer research and to have a direct influence on the development of new cancer therapies.

With this ERC funded project, we pursue an engineering-inspired “build it to understand it” approach to fusion-driven pediatric sarcomas, using human pluripotent stem cells, CRISPR and single cell technologies and computational biology. This project seeks to accelerate drug discovery and molecular precision medicine for these difficult to treat cancers.

Information about the Tomazou group can be found here:

https://www.tomazoulab.org/

https://scilog.fwf.ac.at/en/videos/it-all-started-with-a-sheep

https://www.activemotif.com/podcasts-eleni-tomazou

https://ccri.at/strongerc-consolidator-grant-awarded-to-eleni-tomazou-a…

Your responsibilities

• You will work on an ambitious research project in an exciting, multi-disciplinary research area
• You will provide thorough and creative thinking that makes this project a success
• You will write manuscripts, present at scientific conferences, apply for fellowships

Your profile

What you bring for this position:

• Master’s degree in a relevant subject (eg molecular biology, cancer, immunology, genetics)
•  Excellent technical skills (experience with CRISPR/single cell technologies and/or working with human pluripotent stem cells is desirable; experience working with mice is a plus)
• Motivation to pursue ambitious research
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (German not required)
• Self-motivation, enthusiasm, determination, creativity and scientific curiosity
• Team player with strong communication skills and a proactive “getting things done’’ mentality

Our offer

Does this sound interesting? This is our offer to you:

• An exciting and promising research project in an inspiring and international environment
• An outstanding working atmosphere in a dynamic team funded by an ERC Consolidator Grant
• Access to state-of-the-art infrastructure
• Flexible working hours, discounted lunch and other great benefits
• Great location in the center of Vienna, a capital of biomedical research in Europe with excellent quality of life
• An attractive salary package according to the Austrian Science Fund FWF (https://www.fwf.ac.at/en/research-funding/personnel-costs/)

Who we are

The St. Anna Children's Cancer Research Institute (St. Anna CCRI) is located in the heart of Vienna, the most livable city in the world and one of the most important sites for biomedical research in Europe. St. Anna CCRI is a multidisciplinary and internationally networked center of excellence whose goal is to contribute to a sustainable improvement in the cure rates of childhood and adolescent cancers through innovative research and development. Due to the close cooperation between clinic and research, St. Anna Children's Cancer Research offers the ideal environment for cutting-edge research at a high international level and its implementation in clinical practice. St. Anna CCRI is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to providing a work environment of mutual respect to everyone without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. Find more information here: https://ccri.at/

Your application

We are looking forward to your application! Applications should at least contain your Curriculum Vitae, a cover letter, your academic transcripts, if available a list of publications (please mark / explain your three top contributions), and the contact details of two references.

The application deadline is the 12.11.2023 . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

We invite applications for a postdoctoral research position at Chalmers University of Technology in the evolving field of cellular nanomotion research. The position emphasizes hands-on experience with advanced optical manipulation techniques and offers a genuine opportunity to influence the direction of ongoing research. By joining our team, you'll contribute to a deeper understanding of cellular dynamics, which holds potential for practical applications in medicine and drug development.

Information about the department and division At the Department of Physics, within the Division of Nano and Biophysics, our primary mission is to deeply explore the physics that governs nanoscopic and biomolecular structures. We aim to understand their interactions with various external stimuli, including electrons, neutrons, and photons. With its interdisciplinary approach, our research frequently intersects with practical applications, particularly in drug development and medicine.

Information about the research Cellular nanomotions refer to the nanoscale vibrations generated by single cells because of their internal processes, including metabolic activity, cytoskeletal rearrangements, and interactions with other cells or the substrate. These nanomotions have demonstrated a strong correlation with cell viability and overall cellular health. As a result, they hold significant potential for the development of novel diagnostic tools, personalized treatments, and therapies targeting cellular process abnormalities.

However, progress in the field of cellular nanomotion research is impeded by the absence of detection techniques that offer sufficient resolution, sensitivity, and speed. This limitation has created a knowledge gap regarding the underlying mechanisms and origins of cellular nanomotion and their relationship with specific pathologies. To advance our understanding in this area, it is crucial to develop detection methods that can accurately capture and analyze the nanomotions with high precision, sensitivity, and temporal resolution.

The objective of this project is to improve our capacity to detect cellular nanomotions by utilizing optically driven nanomotors as nanosensors. Through the detection and analysis of nanoscale movements within cells, we aim to obtain valuable insights into fundamental cellular processes, including cell metabolism and division, enhance our understanding of cellular dynamics, mechanical properties of cellular membranes and contribute to advancements in the field of biophysical research.

Major responsibilities In this role, you will play a pivotal role in advancing experimental research in single-cell biophysics and nanomechanics. In addition to conducting hands-on research, you may also have the opportunity to mentor and supervise master's and/or PhD students, fostering their academic and research growth.

Key parts of the work will be - Enhance the current optical trapping setup to enable simultaneous trapping and interrogation of multiple nanoprobes. - Engage in cutting-edge experimental research focusing on the nanomechanics of single human cells and bacteria. - Utilize the optical tweezers setup to delve deep into the nanomotion patterns of single human cells and bacteria, providing insights into their biophysical behaviors.

Qualifications

To qualify for the position of postdoc, you must hold a doctoral degree awarded no more than three years prior to the application deadline (according to the current agreement with the Swedish Agency for Government Employers). The position requires sound verbal and written communication skills in English. Swedish is not a requirement but Chalmers offers Swedish courses.

You are expected to be somewhat accustomed to teaching, and to demonstrate good potential within research and education.

Contract terms This postdoc position is a full-time temporary employment for three years. We offer Chalmers offers a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg. Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees.

Chalmers aims to actively improve our gender balance. We work broadly with equality projects, for example the GENIE Initiative on gender equality for excellence. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.

Application procedure The application should be marked with Ref 20230542 and written in English. The application should be sent electronically and be attached as PDF-files, as below. Maximum size for each file is 40 MB. Please note that the system does not support Zip files.

CV:(Please name the document as: CV, Surname, Ref. number) including: • CV, include complete list of publications • Previous teaching and pedagogical experiences • Two references that we can contact.

Personal letter: (Please name the document as: Personal letter, Family name, Ref. number) 1-3 pages where you: • Introduce yourself • Describe your previous research fields and main research results • Describe your future goals and future research focus

Other documents: • Attested copies of completed education, grades and other certificates.

Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.

Application deadline: 2023-10-30

For questions, please contact: Hana Jungova, Div. Nano and Biophysics, Dpt. of Physics hana.jungova@chalmers.se

*** Chalmers declines to consider all offers of further announcement publishing or other types of support for the recruiting process in connection with this position. ***

Chalmers University of Technology conducts research and education in engineering sciences, architecture, technology-related mathematical sciences, natural and nautical sciences, working in close collaboration with industry and society. The strategy for scientific excellence focuses on our six Areas of Advance; Energy, Health Engineering, Information and Communication Technology, Materials Science, Production and Transport. The aim is to make an active contribution to a sustainable future using the basic sciences as a foundation and innovation and entrepreneurship as the central driving forces. Chalmers has around 11,000 students and 3,000 employees. New knowledge and improved technology have characterised Chalmers since its foundation in 1829, completely in accordance with the will of William Chalmers and his motto: Avancez!

Welcome to Linnaeus University! We meet the societal challenges of today and tomorrow in a spirit of openness, curiosity and creativity. By creating arenas for exchange of knowledge from different subjects, fields and cultures, we open up for new ideas and create new opportunities for long-term sustainable societal development. Linnaeus University – where people grow.

The Faculty of Technology offers a broad spectrum of activities across nine different departments and is central to the technical education and research conducted at Linnaeus University. The Department of Forestry and Wood Technology offers a wide-ranging of thematic activities from forest to finished wood products. Benefits for the climate arising from forests lie at the core of all department activities. To its growing team of forest scientists, the department is now looking for a highly motivated individual with a genuine interest in forest remote sensing.

The employment of the doctoral student will be linked to The Bridge 2.0, a joint collaboration arena for interdisciplinary knowledge development with a focus on forestry, innovation, and sustainable competitiveness, and the knowledge environment Green Sustainable Development at the university. The position will also be linked to the Linnaeus University Centre for Data Intensive Sciences and Applications (DISA), focusing its efforts on scientific questions in collection, analysis, and utilization of large data sets. With its core in computer science, it takes a multidisciplinary approach and collaborates with researchers from all faculties at the university.

Subject area for the position: Forest industrial production systems Location until further notice: Växjö Term and hours: The doctoral studentship is limited in time in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance (Chapter 5, Section 7). The studentship is full-time. The total employment period may not be longer than the equivalent full-time postgraduate studies of four years. The Higher Education Ordinance states that anyone who is employed as a doctoral student shall primarily devote themselves to their own studies, although they may, to a limited extent, also work with education, research, and administration. Before a doctorate has been awarded, such work may not exceed 20% of full-time work. Starting date: Starting date as soon as possible or as agreed upon

Job description The PhD student will work with current and relevant challenges for society linked to the digitalisation of forestry within the forestry value chain. The PhD student project will contribute to developing new and improved estimates of forest variables (state and changes) as well as to mapping and forecasting forest damage for next-generation digital and dynamic forest maps and forest management plans using remote sensing data in combination with field data. The project will include the analysis of remote sensing data collected from instruments mounted on towers, drones, aircrafts, and satellites for the possibility of up-scaling to cover larger geographical areas. Field data will be collected to be used as reference data and include traditional forest measurements as well as tree physiology measurements, and data from harvesters. Mainly radar data will be used, but data from laser and optical instruments will also be included as important data sources depending on the research application. An important part is to investigate how radar data can be used to measure forest water dynamics, which can be used to improve the estimation of forest variables and early detection of forest damage. The doctoral student is expected to be responsible for the practical fieldwork. Central parts of the work are writing and publishing both scientific articles and popular science articles as well as disseminating the research results.

Furthermore, the PhD student will participate in both national and international projects and meetings. The PhD student will also collaborate with national and foreign experts in remote sensing. Since the project will generate large amounts of data, the doctoral student will also seek collaboration with the cutting-edge research environment DISA (Data Intensive Sciences and Applications) at the university.

Qualifications A person fulfils the general entry requirements if she/he has:

• • Graduated at advanced level in the relevant field.

• Completed undergraduate program of at least 240 ECTS, including 60 ECTS at the advanced level, or the equivalent knowledge obtained in or outside of Sweden.

A person fulfils the specific entry requirements if she/he has:

• • At least 90 ETCS in subjects relating to the proposed research subject or equivalent knowledge acquired in any other manner within or outside of Sweden.

• • Good language skills in Swedish and/or English.

• Finally, it is required that applicants are judged to have the ability needed to complete the education.

Other requirements The successful applicant shows high motivation and interest in the research topic. The applicant must have a master’s degree (or equivalent) in a subject relevant to the position, such as forest science, biology, technology, remote sensing and/or statistics. Proven communication skills in written and spoken English are important, as well as a good ability to work independently and in a group. A driver’s license is a requirement for the position.

Desirable qualifications Theoretical knowledge and practical experience in forest remote sensing, forest inventory, forest damage, programming, statistical analysis, and knowledge of the Swedish language, are considered as merits.

Basis of assessment Selection for postgraduate education is based on the assessed ability to cope with the demands of postgraduate education. The assessment of the ability is primarily based on the study results at the first level and advanced levels. The following aspects will be considered:

1. 1. Knowledge and skills relevant to the topic of the project and the educational subject. These can be shown through the attached documents.

1. 1. Assessed ability to work independently and ability to formulate and approach scientific problems. The assessment can, for example, contemplate the degree project and a discussion about it during a possible interview.

1. 1. Ability for written and oral communication in English

1. Other experiences relevant to the education at the postgraduate level, e.g., professional experience.

Consideration will also be given to good cooperation skills, independence and personal suitability, as well as how the applicant, through her/his experience and competence, is judged to have the ability needed to complete the postgraduate education.

Application procedure The application must contain:

-     A personal letter explaining why you are interested in the position and how the research project matches your interests and educational background

-     CV.

-     Degree certificate or equivalent, a copy of the thesis or the equivalent, alternatively a summary if the work has not been completed.

-     Other things you wish to refer to (copies of grades, information about references, letters of recommendation, etc.).

-     Completed application form.

Further information Head of Department Erika Olofsson, 0470-70 89 99, erika.olofsson@lnu.se Main supervisor Professor Johan Fransson, 0470-76 70 42, johan.fransson@lnu.se HR-partner Jesper Pettersson, jesper.pettersson@lnu.se

Welcome with your application according to instruction, last day to apply is 17 October 2023.

Linnaeus University has the ambition to utilize the qualities that an even gender distribution and diversity brings to the organization.

Please apply by clicking on the Apply button at the bottom of the ad. Applicants are requested to the application resolving CV, cover letter , a copy of a relevant essay , grades and certificates and other relevant documents. The applicant also requested to submit with their application a proposed research plan within the current area of research. All documents must be attached to digital in the application. The application and other documents shall be marked with the reference number. All documents cited must be received by the University no later than 24.00 (Local time in Sweden) on the closing day.

at the Department of Material and Environmental Chemistry. Closing date: 31 October 2023.

Stockholm University was founded in 1870 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top 100 universities. The University has around 30 500 students, 1400 PhD students, and more than 5 700 staff. Stockholm University is rooted in the principle of offering knowledge and education for a sustainable world.

Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all.

PRISMAS - PhD Research and Innovation in Synchrotron Methods and Applications in Sweden – is a new doctoral network training the next generation of 40 leading synchrotron experts, co-funded by the Horizon Europe MSCA COFUND Programme.

Project description The research project is focused on fundamental research devoted to identifying the key mechanistic steps during the electrochemical nitrogen reduction reaction on transition metal nitrides such as CrN in order to develop a rational understanding. In particular, we aim to monitor the oxidation state of chromium and the potential oxygen formation on the surface during the electrochemical NRR reaction. This will be achieved by using in situ ambient-pressure X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (APXPS), X-ray absorption fine structure (XAFS) spectroscopy at MAX IV. This instrumental platform, once set up, will be extended further to the hydrocarbon synthesis from e.g. CO₂.

The MSCA COFUND project PRISMAS offers you outstanding opportunities as well as a stimulating and inspiring surrounding for performing cutting-edge research. Supporting your mobility, it creates perfect conditions for strengthening your international network.

The training implies a secondment of 3-12 months at MAX IV  laboratory  in Lund, Sweden. Additional secondments and/or short stays may be arranged in agreement with the supervisor of the research project. Moreover, you will attend international conferences, participate in periodical project meetings and training schools as well as in specialised courses at different universities to complement your knowledge.  A certain amount of travelling is foreseen in relation to these activities.

Qualification requirements To comply with the mobility rule of the MSCA COFUND programme, you are eligible if you have not resided in Sweden for more than 12 during the period 2020-10-30 to 2023-10-31 for work or studies as main occupation.

By the employment date (before 01/03/2024) you must have completed courses of at least 240 credits, of which at least 60 credits are from second-cycle courses, have been awarded a Master´s degree or have acquired largely equivalent knowledge in some other way, in Sweden or abroad.

In addition to the criteria abovementioned, you must have fulfilled a second cycle education in a relevant field, such as chemistry, materials science, or physics.

You are eligible for the PRISMAS programme, if you are a doctoral candidate, i.e., are not already in possession of a doctoral degree.

In order to meet the specific entry requirements, the general syllabus for doctoral studies in the field of Chemistry is valid.

The qualification requirements must be met by the deadline for applications.

Selection The selection among the eligible candidates will be based on their capacity to benefit from the training. The following criteria will be used to assess this capacity: the candidates’ documented knowledge in a relevant field of research, written and oral proficiency in both Swedish and English, the capacity for analytical thinking, the ability to collaborate, as well as creativity, initiative, and independence.

The assessment will be based on previous experience and grades, the quality of the degree project, references, relevant experience, interviews, and the candidate’s written motivation for seeking the position.

Admission Regulations for Doctoral Studies at Stockholm University are available at: www.su.se/rules and regulations.

Terms of employment Only a person who will be or has already been admitted to a third-cycle programme may be appointed to a doctoral studentship.

The position is a fixed term position for four years at 100 per cent of full time and foreseen to start on 01/03/2024.

The holders of these positions have a primary obligation to successfully fulfil their postgraduate (third cycle) education ending with a doctoral degree (PhD). A position as PhD Student can contain some limited teaching or other departmental work at the Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry. The maximum amount of such work is 20 %.

The term of the initial contract may not exceed one year. The employment may be extended for a maximum of two years at a time. However, the total period of employment may not exceed the equivalent of four years of full-time study.

Doctoral students should primarily devote themselves to their own education, but may engage in teaching, research, and administration corresponding to a maximum of 20 % of a full-time position.

Please note that admission decisions cannot be appealed.

Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all.

Contact For more detailed information on the position or the research project, please contact: Professor Jiayin Yuan, jiayin.yuan@mmk.su.se.

If you have questions on the selection process, please contact: prismas@maxiv.lu.se.

For questions on the employment conditions and the university, please contact: Head of the Department, Professor Niklas Hedin, niklas.hedin@mmk.su.se.

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Application Apply for the PhD student position at Stockholm University's recruitment system. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the advertisement, and that it is submitted before the deadline.

OBS! You find the complete advertisement at Stockhom University website, www.su.se/english/about-the-university/work-at-su/available-jobs, under PhD positions.

The documents should be uploaded (pdf) in the job application portal. Exam certificates and other documents on paper should be scanned or photographed before being uploaded.

The application will be evaluated based on scientific excellence, the adequacy of your career plan and your thesis project as well as your research experience.

Details on the novel, unique and common selection process for all the PRISMAS positions can be found here: How to apply – MAX IV (lu.se)

The instructions for applicants are available at: How to apply for a position.

You are welcome to apply!

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