Postdoc in Adaptive Separation in Cellulose-based, Porous Monoliths

Postdoc in Adaptive Separation in Cellulose-based, Porous Monoliths

KTH - Royal Institute of Technology

Stockholm, Sweden

Job description

We invite applications for a two-year Postdoc position on adaptive separation in macroporous cellulose-based monoliths. The project aims to address challenges in biopharma separation related to large particles, such as lipid nanoparticles. You will work on designing materials with and without electrochemical control over pore-wall properties, develop methods to host these materials in chromatographic columns, and test them using model systems as well as relevant particle samples.

Your will work in a close collaboration with Assistant Professor Tobias Benselfelt, Professor Mahiar Hamedi and a dedicated team working on tunable membranes and adaptive separation using cellulose fibrils and fibres.

You will have the opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary research group that studies everything from fundamental physics and chemistry to applied research in electronics.

Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made.
• Proficiency in English, since it is an international research environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred qualifications

The following qualifications will be an advantage but are not required:

• Background in physical chemistry, materials science, or biotechnology.
• Previous experience with membrane or chromatographic separation technologies.
• Previous experience with electrochemistry or electroactive materials.
• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline
• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality

As a person, you are curious, motivated, and independent. We also see that you are structured in your work, take responsibility for the project, and have excellent research expertise. You are also collaborative and proactive in seeking assistance to drive this project forward. Entrepreneurial aspirations can be an advantage, as the project has potential for commercialisation.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.