Doctoral student in Biology/Biogeochemistry (MSCA COFOUND project PRISMAS)Lund University, Faculty of Science, Department of BiologyLund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top 100 universities. The University has around 46 000 students and more than 8 000 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition. Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset. 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 theHorizon Europe MSCA COFUND Programme. As a PRISMAS PhD student, you will have the chance to conduct cutting-edge research in your field,taking advantage of state of the art tools that will bring to attractive future job opportunities in academia or industry. Moreover, you are part of designing the future of synchrotron technology and instrumentation and using these to tackle some of the most significant global challenges the world faces today while acquiring interdisciplinary and intersectoral knowledge. Being part of the PRISMAS programme gives you the one-of-a-kind experience in form of a secondment at the world´s first 4th generation synchrotron, MAX IV in Lund, Sweden. Complemented with a tailored training programme, including courses to build scientific and technical competence as well as strengthen transferrable skills, PRISMAS provides you with the skills, knowledge and competence needed to successfully achieve your doctoral degree. Description of the workplace The Faculty of Science conducts research and education within Biology, Astronomy, Physics, Biology is the broad subject about all living things. It encompasses everything from processes at The advertised project requires an interdisciplinary approach, and the team of researchers to Other key persons to the project are Prof. Håkan Wallander (Dept of Biology), Dr. Dimitrios Floudas (Dept of Biology), Prof. Per Persson (Centre for References Škerlep M, Nehzati S, Johansson U, Kleja DB, Persson P, ES Kritzberg. 2022. Spruce forest Björnerås C, Persson P, Weyhenmeyer GA, Hammarlund D, ES Kritzberg. 2021. The lake as an Herzog SD, Persson P, Kvashnina K, ES Kritzberg. 2020. Organic iron complexes enhance iron What we offer Lund University is a public authority which means that employees get particular benefits, generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme. Read more on the University website about being a Lund University employee: Benefits for employees | Lund University. 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 createsperfect conditions for strengthening your international network. Work duties and responsibilities The role of fungal communities in controlling mobilization of organic carbon (OC) and iron (Fe) This project aims to synergize forestry management with sustainability. The scientific goal is to You will be responsible for performing field measurements and laboratory experiments, with the At times the research will require long workdays over prolonged periods of time and travels Qualifications
Eligibility criteria To comply with the mobility rule of the MSCA COFUND programme, you are eligible if you have By the employment date (before 01/09/2023) you must have completed courses of at least 240 In addition to the criteria above mentioned, you must have fulfilled a second cycle education in a You are eligible for the PRISMAS programme, if you are a doctoral candidate, i.e., are not already in possession of a doctoral degree. Job assignments The position is a fixed term position for four years at 100 per cent of full time and foreseen to start on 01/09/2023. 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 doctoral student can contain some limited teaching or other departmental work at the Department of Medical Radiation Physics. The maximum amount of such work is 20%. How to apply Applications are to be submitted via the online Lund University VARBI portal and must include the following documents:
These 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 foundhere: How to apply – MAX IV (lu.se) Contact For more detailed information on the position or the research project, please contact: Professor Emma Kritzberg, emma.kritzberg@biol.lu.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: The Faculty of Science conducts research and education within Biology, Astronomy, Physics, Geosciences, Chemistry, Mathematics and Environmental Science. The Faculty is organized into nine departments, gathered in the northern campus area. The Faculty has approximately 1500 students, 330 PhD students and 700 employees. We kindly decline all sales and marketing contacts. Type of employment Temporary position
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