Postdoc for the Moving Data Moving People project

 

A full-time postdoc position in the Technologies in Practice research group, Business IT Department is open for appointment from November 1st 2021, or soon thereafter. The position is for 30 months. The position is one of two positions available on the Moving Data, Moving People research project funded by the Danish Independent Research Fund (2020-2025). Postdoc one will be hired at the IT University of Copenhagen, Postdoc two will be hired by the Department of Politics and Society at Aalborg University, see the link for more information: https://www.stillinger.aau.dk/vis-stilling/?vacancy=1147590.
For details of the qualification requirements for the ITU position please see below. If you wish to be considered for both positions, you will need to apply separately for each position.
 
The Moving Data Moving People project
The project follows the narratives about and implementation of the Social Credit System in China during the project period. As social anthropologists and STS scholars, we are interested in the lived experiences accompanying the SCS, particularly for China’s mobile population. The project asks how digital technologies are envisaged as a means by which trusting relationships will be negotiated.  We will examine questions of infrastructural integration, and how data scores and identities move with people who are on the move. We will use a range of approaches including ethnographic fieldwork, digital ethnography as well as document analysis.
The project is coordinated from ITU by Rachel Douglas-Jones and from Aalborg University by Jesper Willaing Zeuthen and Ane Bislev. For more information, please see the project 

Job description
The two postdocs will be key contributors to our program of research into the Social Credit System in China, carrying out independent research and working closely with the project team. This research is expected to advance anthropological studies of state digitalization projects worldwide, develop a culturally specific understanding of the notion of digitalized trust, and renew the literature on internal migration in China. The postdoctoral research projects will constitute a significant component of the overall project, and while the overall emphases of the research are determined by the project, the postdocs will have considerable freedom through the subprojects in shaping how the research objectives are realized. In addition to conducting fieldwork, each postdoc is expected contribute to the shared project, publish independently, as well as together with other project team members, present research papers at international workshops and conferences, contribute to popular dissemination of the research results, and contribute to project organization and administration through workshop and conference coordination. 

The postdoc position of ITU
At ITU, the postdoc will join the active Technologies in Practice research group, one of Scandinavia’s largest interdisciplinary STS environments looking at the intersection of society and IT. They will be responsible for designing an ethnographic study that attends to the making of the SCS as a sociotechnical phenomenon, following technologies, their makers, environments, and consequences of use for populations on the move. The successful candidate will be interested in and aware of questions of trust and trustworthiness become turned into technological questions, and the social life of SCS technologies in use. 

Qualification requirements 
Essential:

• A PhD in a relevant field (e.g., social anthropology, China Studies, geography, science and technology studies). Candidates who have submitted their doctoral dissertations for evaluation before the application deadline are also eligible to apply
• Fieldwork experience from China  
• Native or near native skills in both Chinese and English 
• Demonstrable capacity for independent research design and implementation  
• Willingness to relocate to Denmark (when conditions allow)
• Willingness to spend extended periods of time in the field. The position includes 6 – 9 months fieldwork in China in total. 

Desirable: 

• Experience of collaborative projects and team work, including joint writing
• Excellent organizational skills and experience in organising workshops and events
• Previous engagement with some of the relevant themes from the project (e.g., migration, SCS, digitalization, see project website for more relevant themes) 
• Previous engagement with relevant theory and methods
• Relevant networks in China for facilitating fieldwork
• Relevant teaching experience.

The application must contain the following

• Motivated cover letter (max 2 pages)
• Current CV, including contact details of two references and a list of relevant teaching experience
• Complete list of publications
• A maximum of 3 writing samples may be submitted for assessment, e.g. articles, article manuscripts or book or dissertation chapters
• A research proposal in English of approximately 2-3 pages. The statement should demonstrate how you would formulate an independent research study within the framework of the MDMP project and discuss how you will contribute to bringing the project forward empirically
• Relevant diplomas and certificates, including the PhD assessment if available.

General information
The IT University of Copenhagen (ITU) is a teaching and research-based tertiary institution concerned with information technology (IT) and the opportunities it offers. The IT University has more than 160 full-time Faculty members. Research and teaching in information technology span all academic activities which involve computers including computer science, information and media sciences, humanities and social sciences, business impact and the commercialization of IT.

Salary 
Appointment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities (the Appointment Order) and the Ministry of Higher Education and Science's Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities. Salary is in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC) on Academics in the State.

Application procedure
You can only apply for this position through our e-recruitment system. Apply by pushing the button "Apply for position" in the job announcement on our website: http://en.itu.dk/About-ITU/Vacancies.

For further information about the academic content and requirements of the position, please contact Associate Professor Rachel Douglas-Jones at rdoj@itu.dk.
Information about the Technologies in Practice research group can be found at https://tip.itu.dk/.
Any enquiries relating to the application procedure should be addressed to Human Resources, hr@itu.dk.

The applicant will be assessed according to the Appointment Order from the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation of 13 March 2012.

The IT University may use shortlisting in connection to the recruitment process. In case of shortlisting, the Chair of the hiring committee selects applicants for assessment in consultation with the hiring committee after the application deadline. All applicants are notified whether their application has been passed for assessment. The shortlisting of candidates for assessment is based on the criteria in the job posting.

Please note that all application material will be destroyed after the assessment.

Application deadline: August 1st, 2021, at 23:59 CET/CEST.  

Applications/enclosures received at ITU after the application deadline will not be taken into consideration. If you submit an application, it is your responsibility to ensure that it arrives before the deadline so please allow sufficient time for upload of publications and other documents.

The IT University invites all qualified researchers regardless of age, gender, religious affiliation or ethnic background to apply for the positions.

Associate Professor in Design Research and Interaction Design

 

The Digital Design Department at the IT University of Copenhagen invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Associate Professor. The proposed starting date is 15 January 2022. 

We invite applicants who want to contribute to the IT University’s vision of creating and sharing knowledge that is profound and leads to ground-breaking information technology and services for the benefit of humanity; and to contribute to the Digital Design Departments research profile combining design thinking with technological tools, material exploration, digital media and co-design. 

Job description 
We look to hire a candidate within Design Research and Interaction Design. The candidate should have strong theoretical, methodological and design­-oriented qualifications in the core of interaction design with interests in the design, construction, and use of interactive artifacts. A good candidate is expected to conduct research contributing to several of the following areas: 

• Design as a matter of concern, how design can critique, speculate on, and otherwise engage with societal issues
• How design can engage in prototyping alternative futures 
• How design can support and sustain new communities of practice 
• How design can help build publics of care, for instance, around issues in healthcare, elderly care or environmental care
• Material interaction and how the scope of materials used in interaction design can be broadened

The candidate should also be qualified in sketching and prototyping interactive artifacts through a variety of digital materials from Arduino to Web­-oriented tools. Generally, programming skills within Processing, JavaScript, Python, including openFrameworks or UX wireframing tools will be an advantage. 
 
The candidate is expected to lead and further develop the master specialization in interaction design which consists of two consecutive courses as part of the MSc in Digital Design and Interactive Technologies. The candidate is also expected to supervise bachelor and master theses within interaction design. 

The ideal candidate should document:

• Publications of research at a high international level in well-respected peer reviewed venues
• Competences in developing and conducting teaching that is well received by students
• A record of contributing to the goals of the institutions in which he/she has worked, for example participation in committees, etc.

In addition, candidates for the position should be able to:

• Attract external research funding
• Supervise PhD students
• Read/speak a Scandinavian language (or have the willingness to learn Danish)

General information
The IT University of Copenhagen (ITU) is a teaching and research-based tertiary institution concerned with information technology (IT) and the opportunities it offers. The IT University has more than 160 full-time academics. Research and teaching in information technology span all academic activities which involve computers including computer science, information and media sciences, humanities and social sciences, business impact and the commercialisation of IT.

Questions about the position can be directed to Head of Section Jonas Fritsch, IT University of Copenhagen, e-mail frit@itu.dk.

Salary
Appointment and salary will be in accordance with the Ministry of Finance’s agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC).

Application
The application must be in English and must include:

• A motivated application, including a cogent argument for how qualified you are for the position and brief statements of research and teaching plans
• A full CV, including name, address, phone number, e-mail, previous and present employment and academic background
• Documentation of academic degrees (copy of degree certificates etc.)
• Copies of 3-5 publications relevant to the position.
• A numbered list of publications. The enclosed publications should be marked with an asterisk (*)
• Documentation of pedagogical experience and teaching record within one or more of the teaching areas listed for the position
• Preferably documentation of both a) received observation and feedback on teaching, b) pedagogical training courses as a teacher, c) a formal written assessment of teaching competence and d) a teaching record within one or more of the teaching areas listed for the position

Applications without the above-mentioned required documents will not be assessed.

The applicant will be accessed according to the Appointment Order from the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation of 13 March 2012.

The IT University may use shortlisting in connection to the recruitment process. In case of shortlisting, the Chair of the hiring committee selects applicants for assessment in consultation with the hiring committee after the application deadline. All applicants are notified whether their application has been passed for assessment. The shortlisting of candidates for assessment is based on the criteria in the job posting. 

Application procedure
You can only apply for this position through our e-recruitment system. Apply by pushing the button "Apply for position" in the job announcement on our website: http://en.itu.dk/About-ITU/Vacancies

The IT University uses tests in connection with the recruitment process.

Application deadline: 1 September at 23:59 CET/CEST.

Applications received after the application deadline will not be taken into consideration. If you submit an application, it is your responsibility to ensure that it arrives before the deadline, so please allow sufficient time for upload of publications and other documents.

The IT University invites all qualified researchers regardless of age, gender, religious affiliation or ethnic background to apply for the positions.

Postdoctoral Fellow in Bioenergy Systems Analysis

 

The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at the University of British Columbia (UBC) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow (PDF) position supervised by Professors Tony Bi, Naoko Ellis and Kevin Smith. The PDF position will be located at UBC’s Vancouver campus.

We are seeking a PDF to (1) perform a systems analysis to quantify the environmental, economic and social benefits of the biomass-to-syngas and -biomethane process, and (2) to carry out a comprehensive analysis of government policy and incentive/subsidy programs at regional, natural and global scales to understand the impacts and implications of policy changes on the deployment of syngas, biogas and renewable natural gas technologies.

Qualifications of applicant:

• Have completed a relevant Ph.D. (e.g., in chemical engineering, catalysis) within the last 3 years.
• Be highly motivated, organized, a good communicator (written and verbal).
• Thrive in a team environment (in a large biomass energy program).
• Have a strong desire to conduct process analysis evaluation in close collaboration with industry.
• Expertise in life cycle analysis, process integration and integrated impact assessments, and policy analysis
• Experience with clean energy and bioenergy research, development and applications

Responsibilities:

• Perform environmental and techno-economic analyses of (i): the biomass-to-syngas process in which the syngas is used to fire pulp mill lime kilns and (ii) the biomass-to-RNG technology, using life cycle analysis and other tools.
• Evaluate the impacts of policy changes on the deployment of the syngas to fire lime kilns technology and biomass to RNG production technologies in BC and Canada.
• From time to time, assist in the experimental tests of pilot fluidized bed biomass gasification/pyrolysis system
• Deliver clear and concise written and oral presentation of analysis, and internal/external reports.
• Communicate with stakeholders in industries to update progress, receive guidance on new assignments and independently complete recurring assignments.
• Prepare manuscripts for publications and present their work at national/international conferences.

Duration & Salary:

This full-time PDF position has an initial 1-year appointment (as per UBC policy for PDFs), with the potential for renewal.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications.

The anticipated start date is August 1, 2021. Review of applications will start immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Application:

Please send your CV, cover letter, and contact information of 3 references, addressed to:

Dr. Junnan Chao, junnan.chao@ubc.ca

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

This posting is for the UBC Vancouver campus in British Columbia, Canada.

Please refer to reference number NC-54852 during correspondence about this position. Please visit the researcher profile of the supervisor for this position to learn more about their research.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

About UBC
The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities in the world. Since 1915, UBC’s entrepreneurial spirit has embraced innovation and challenged the status quo. UBC encourages its students, staff and faculty to challenge convention, lead discovery and explore new ways of learning. At UBC, bold thinking is given a place to develop into ideas that can change the world.

Postdoctoral Fellows at UBC Vancouver
UBC is home to over 900 postdocs spanning all faculties and units across two campuses and a variety of affiliated hospitals, research centres, and sites, providing unparalleled opportunities to learn, discover and contribute in one’s own way. UBC’s Postdoctoral Fellows Office (PDFO) is committed to supporting the lives and career aspirations of our Postdocs, with the goal of enriching their experience at UBC and preparing them for the future. In addition to providing support and advocacy for all postdocs, the PDFO is dedicated to providing professional development opportunities that foster the development of soft skills needed in today’s professional environments, helping them secure future careers in their chosen fields.

About UBC’s Faculty of Applied Science
The Faculty of Applied Science comprises a unique constellation of disciplines – including the Schools of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, Community and Regional Planning and Nursing, as well as all engineering activities at both the Vancouver and Okanagan campuses. Our work and the professional disciplines we represent span the entire human-centred built environment and innovation at all scales – from nanoscale electronic devices that power communications to the design of entire cities.

There has never been a more urgent time for our professions – as planners, architects, nurses and engineers – to come together to build upon our existing strengths and ambitions to ensure a thriving society, to make real impact locally and globally.

With a community of over 300 full-time faculty members and more than 8,600 students across our undergraduate and graduate programs, we shape the leaders and professions that shape the world.

About Vancouver
Vancouver is a dynamic, cosmopolitan and progressive city, consistently ranked as one of the top cities to live in the world. Canada’s third largest city has it all: sea, parks, mountains, beaches, and four seasons per year, including beautiful summers and mild, wet winters with snow in the mountains. It’s the perfect backdrop to your academic research.

Clinical Research Associate, HRB Clinical Research Facility, NUI Galway (NUIG RES 137-21)

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a full time fixed-term position as a Clinical Research Associate at the HRB Clinical Research Facility at the National University of Ireland, Galway. The position is available immediately to 31st December 2022, with potential to extend subject to project success and further funding acquisition.

The HRB Clinical Research Facility, Galway’s (CRFG) remit is to contribute to the development, coordination and service delivery of clinical research in Ireland and the support of emerging academic investigators. Multidisciplinary teams work in a coordinated fashion to improve our understanding of a variety of diseases and to develop new strategies to help tackle these challenges. The Centre provides patients with the latest advances in areas such as psychiatry, cancer, obstetrics and gynaecology, diabetes, inflammatory diseases, critical illness, cystic fibrosis and cardiovascular disease amongst others. We provide supporting services in quality and regulatory oversight, data management, study design and roles associated with the legal sponsorship of regulated clinical trials.

Job Description:

The successful candidate will be part of a multi-disciplinary team engaged with researchers and clinicians to support clinical research activities.

The purpose of this role is to verify that the rights and well-being of human subjects are protected and that the reported trial data are accurate, complete, and verifiable from source documents. The CRA will be working within a highly qualified team to identify, select, initiate and close-out investigational sites for clinical studies in the HRB Clinical Research Facility Galway (CRFG)). They will make sure that the conduct of the trial is in compliance with the currently approved protocol/amendment(s), ensuring adherence to applicable regulations, standards and the principles of International Conference on Harmonisation, Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP).

Duties:

• Coordinate all necessary activities required for setting up and monitoring a study, completing accurate study status reports and maintaining study documentation.
• Perform study procedures as required by the protocol and other study duties as delegated to them.
• Verifying that source data/documents and other trial records are accurate, complete, and are maintained according to GCP principles.
• Administer protocol, and other study related training, and establish regular lines of communication to manage ongoing project expectations and issues.
• Evaluate the quality and integrity of study site practices relative to the protocol, applicable regulations. Escalate quality issues to the Quality and Regulatory Manager.
• Manage the progress of assigned studies by tracking regulatory submissions and approvals, study recruitment, enrollment, case report form (CRF) completion and submission, and data query generation and resolution.
• Create and maintain appropriate documentation regarding site management, monitoring visit findings and other required study documentation.
• Assist the team with tasks, provide back-up to the operations team, assist in generation of status reports, providing project metrics, drafting project instructions/guidelines and assist in implementation of new processes.
• Liaise with different functional team members, e.g. project management, pharmacovigilance, data management, health care professionals e.g. investigators, site coordinators and designees to address project related issues.
• Undertake periodic internal quality assurance audits as part of the multidisciplinary team
• Facilitate monitoring visits by external audits by Regulatory Bodies and/or sponsoring Pharmaceutical Companies
• Maintain the storage of patient records in accordance with institutional policy
• Compiling reports and updates on clinical research trial activity
• Perform other duties as assigned by other members of the CRFG

Qualifications/Skills required:

Essential Requirements:

• A post graduate qualification in a clinical or life sciences related subject or equivalent
• Have at least four years’ experience in clinical research activities.
• Excellent working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice as outlined per ICH GCP E6 (R2) and ISO14155.
• Strong organizational and project management skills to ensure timeline for key project milestones are adhered to.
• Excellent verbal and written communication/presentation skills.

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience in the field of clinical or translational research and/or other academic studies
• Proven leadership and management skills

Salary: €38,632.00 to €42,200.00 per annum pro rata for shorter and/or part-time contracts (public sector pay policy rules pertaining to new entrants will apply).

Start date: Position is available immediately

Further information on research and working at NUI Galway is available on Research at NUI Galway Researchers at NUI Galway are encouraged to avail of a range of training and development opportunities designed to support their personal career development plans. NUI Galway provides continuing professional development supports for all researchers seeking to build their own career pathways either within or beyond academia.  Researchers are encouraged to engage with our Researcher Development Centre (RDC) upon commencing employment – see www.nuigalway.ie/rdc for further information.

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie

Further information about HRB CRFG is available at crfg.ie

NB: Gárda vetting is a requirement for this post (as appropriate to Child Protection Policy)

To Apply:

Applicants should send a covering letter, detailed CV and the names and addresses of at least three referees via e-mail (in Word or PDF format only) to: crfg@nuigalway.ie

Applicants must put Ref. No. NUIG RES 137-21 in subject line of e-mail application

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00 pm Thursday 22nd July 2021

Due to the University closure related to COVID-19, interviews may have to take place virtually and start dates may need to be delayed 

NUI Galway reserve the right to readvertise or extend the closing date for this post.

National University of Ireland, Galway is an equal opportunities employer.

All positions are recruited in line with Open, Transparent, Merit (OTM) and Competency based recruitment

Postdoctoral Researcher in Enzyme Engineering Graz University of Technology (TU Graz) Graz, Austria

 

The Institute Molecular Biotechnology at the Graz University of Technology, Graz, Austria, has an open research position in the area of data-driven protein engineering. The Biocatalysis and Enzyme Engineering team investigates the engineering of enzymes and whole-cell biocatalysts for synthetic applications. We use state-of-the art techniques to create enzyme and cell variants with tailormade properties and integrate them into synthetic routes leading to the synthesis of bio-based chemicals and materials. A focal point is the improvement of biocatalysts by directed enzyme evolution. The institute coordinates several European and national research projects and offers thus a dynamic and international environment for research.

The position is suited for a postdoctoral researcher and is funded by an FWF-project within the “1000 Ideas Programme”. Salary is paid as a regular research assistant (“Projektassistent”) according to B1. The start date is October 1, 2021. The position is limited to two years.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD degree in microbiology, biotechnology, biochemistry or a related discipline and has experience in synthetic biology, microbiology and/or enzyme engineering. Experience in the engineering of Cupriavidus necator is an advantage.

The successful candidate is expected to supervise international PhD students and biotechnology bachelor and master students. Strong motivation to engage in the project and the ability to work independently, flexibility and team orientation as well as very good spoken and written English skills are required; basic knowledge of German is an advantage.

To apply, please send your application with a letter of motivation, CV, list of publications, names of two reference persons (preferably only in one PDF document) and two representative publications under the reference IMBT21_03 by August 15, 2021 to office.imbt@tugraz.at.

Prof. Dr. Robert Kourist

Head of Institute of Molecular Biotechnology

Graz University of Technology

Petersgasse 14

A-8010 Graz

 

The Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) with its 1,100 employees has gained an excellent reputation as an international competence centre for environmental sciences. We are part of the largest scientific organisation in Germany, the Helmholtz association. Our mission: Our research seeks to find a balance between social development and the long-term protection of our natural resources.

The Thematic Area ‘Environmental Engineering and Biotechnology’ at UFZ is currently offering a doctoral researcher positions for the collaborative project ‘FATE’ (https://www.ufz.de/index.php?en=46839). Our aim is to investigate the fate of antibiotics and the development and spread of antibiotic resistance in four interlinked environmental compartments making use of state-of-the-art research facilities and platforms. One position will be dedicated to the following topic:

Phd Position (f/m/x) on impacts of antibiotics on the soil-microbe-plant nexus

Project start date: 1st November 2021. 65% working hours (25.35 hours per week), fixed-term contract for 3 years. Interviews will be conducted online on 9 August 2021.

Large amounts of antibiotics are applied in livestock production and reach agricultural fields by manure fertilization with largely unknown impacts on the soil resistome. Once added to the soil, antibiotics interact with soil particles, are subject to microbial transformation and influence the indigenous microbial community.The doctoral researcher will carry out a meta-analysis and perform greenhouse and laboratory experiments to study the impact of antibiotics on the soil-microbe-plant nexus.

Your tasks:

• Planning and conducting greenhouse and laboratory experiments
• Performing literature synthesis by means of statistical analyses
• Performing, evaluating and interpreting of DNA/protein SIP experiments
• Investigating metabolic activity of single cells by SIP and nanoSIMS
• Analysing antibiotic resistance genes and their phylogenetic distribution
• Working on a scientific qualification project: doctorate
• Publishing scientific papers on project data in peer-reviewed journals
• Presenting results at national and international conferences
• Collaborating with the FATE members
• Following the Higrade curriculum
• (Co-)supervising BA and MA students in the frame of project related work

Your profile:

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Natural, Life, or Environmental Sciences; e.g., (environmental) microbiology, biotechnology, molecular biology, or related disciplines.
• Solid knowledge of microbial ecology and plant ecology; additional skills in bioinformatics and stable isotope techniques are a plus.
• Excellent technical skills in microbiological and molecular biological methods, organizing and running lab experiments, data analysis and statistics.
• Enthusiasm to play an active role in the international and interdisciplinary research team of the PhD college FATE.
• Highly motivated, independent-thinking and creative personalities, with an interest to shape their own thesis project.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills in English.

We offer:

• Top level interdisciplinary research at a research centre which enjoys an excellent reputation within Germany as well as internationally
• Excellent technical facilities
• Work in inter-disciplinary and multinational teams
• Excellent links to national and international research networks
• Support and optimal training courses by our graduate school (HIGRADE)
• Remuneration in accordance with the TVöD public-sector pay grade 13 (65%)

The UFZ has a strong commitment to diversity and actively supports equal opportunities for all employees regardless of their origin, religion, ideology, disability, age or sexual identity. We look forward to applications from people who are open-minded and enjoy working in diverse teams.

Your contact for any questions you may have about the job:
Helmholtz-Zentrum für Umweltforschung GmbH - UFZ
Anja Worrich
Permoserstr. 15
04318 Leipzig
anja.worrich@ufz.de

Please submit your application via our online portal with your cover letter, CV (please omit your photo, age, or marital status) and relevant attachments.

Closing date for applications:
31.07.2021

Place of work: Leipzig

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The Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) with its 1,100 employees has gained an excellent reputation as an international competence centre for environmental sciences. We are part of the largest scientific organisation in Germany, the Helmholtz association. Our mission: Our research seeks to find a balance between social development and the long-term protection of our natural resources.

The department "Solar Materials" is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to drive the work in the area of Technical Ecology, understanding and developing microbial communities for biotechnological applications.

Postdoctoral Researcher (f/m/x) in Technical Ecology

working time: 100 % (39 hours per week), limited for 3 years (prolongation possible)

Your tasks:

• Investigation of microbial interactions
• Establishment of appropriate methodologies
• Metabolite profiling using chromatographic analytics
• Supervision of students
• Assisting project management and grant aquisition

Your profile:

• You hold a PhD in microbiology, ecology, or a related field.
• You have a solid track record in terms of publications, correlating to the state of your career.
• You have experience investigating microbial interactions either in planktonic or in attached state.
• You have experience in working with phototrophic microbes.
• You have experience in quantitative analytics (GC, HPLC, or others).

We offer:

• Excellent technical facilities which are without parallel
• The freedom you need to bridge the difficult gap between basic research and close to being ready for application
• Work in inter-disciplinary, multinational teams and excellent links with national and international research networks
• A vibrant region with a high quality of life and a wide cultural offering for a balance between family and professional life
• Interesting career opportunities and an extensive range of training and further education courses
• Remuneration up to the 13 TVöD public-sector including attractive public-sector social security benefits

The UFZ has a strong commitment to diversity and actively supports equal opportunities for all employees regardless of their origin, religion, ideology, disability, age or sexual identity. We look forward to applications from people who are open-minded and enjoy working in diverse teams.

Your contact for any questions you may have about the job:
Helmholtz-Zentrum für Umweltforschung GmbH - UFZ
Prof. Dr. Katja Bühler
Permoserstr. 15
04318 Leipzig
Mail: katja.buehler@ufz.de

Please submit your application via our online portal with your cover letter, CV (please omit your photo, age, or marital status) and relevant attachments.

Closing date for applications:
31.08.2021

Place of work: Leipzig

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Post Doctoral Scientist (f/m/x): Analysis of micro-/nanoplastics

 

The Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) with its 1,100 employees has gained an excellent reputation as an international competence centre for environmental sciences. We are part of the largest scientific organisation in Germany, the Helmholtz association. Our mission: Our research seeks to find a balance between social development and the long-term protection of our natural resources.

Human exposure to micro- and nanoplastics (MNP) and its effects on human health are largely unknown. For the Horizon-2020 project PlasticHeal the Working Group “Anthropogenic Particles” in the Department of Analytical Chemistry is seeking at the earliest date possible:

Post Doctoral Scientist (f/m/x)

Subject: Analysis of micro-/nanoplastics

working time: 100% (39 h / week), limited to 3 years, starting October 2021

Your tasks:

• Research in the frame of the Horizon-2020 project PlasticHeal with European-wide cooperations
• Improvement of analytical methods for MNP quantification in food and other exposure media
• Development of standardized procedures
• Imaging methods for MNPs in tissue and organs
• Determination of external and internal human exposure to MNPs together with partners
• Responsibility for the UFZ contribution to the project consortium

Your profile:

• Excellent PhD in analytical chemistry, environmental sciences, food chemistry or equivalent
• Documented expertise in microplastics analysis with spectroscopic / microscopic techniques or LA-ICP-MS
• Experience in analysis of anthropogenic particles
• High motivation and interest in multi-disciplinary international research cooperation directed to human exposure
• Proficient English language skills, preferably also German

We offer:

• Excellent technical facilities which are without parallel
• The freedom you need to bridge the difficult gap between basic research and close to being ready for application 
• Work in inter-disciplinary, multinational teams and excellent links with national and international research networks 
• A vibrant region with a high quality of life and a wide cultural offering for a balance between family and professional life 
• Interesting career opportunities and an extensive range of training and further education courses
• Remuneration up to the TVöD public-sector pay grade 13 including public-sector social security benefits

The UFZ has a strong commitment to diversity and actively supports equal opportunities for all employees regardless of their origin, religion, ideology, disability, age or sexual identity. We look forward to applications from people who are open-minded and enjoy working in diverse teams.

Your contact for any questions you may have about the job:
Prof. Dr. Thorsten Reemtsma
analytik@ufz.de

Please submit your application via our online portal with your cover letter, CV (please omit your photo, age, or marital status) and relevant attachments.

Closing date for applications:
29.07.2021

Place of work: Leipzig

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