Research Assistant in biomedical surface science

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We are looking for   
Research Assistant in biomedical surface science at faculty of health and society.   

Work duties   
Preparation of inhalable formulation for pulmonary drug delivery, release and activity tests, data analysis and report writing.

Qualifications   
Specific requirements for this position:   
Those who have completed a Master degree in Biomedical Science or have corresponding scientific competence.  

The following would be of benefit for the position:   
Experience in autonomous work in preparation of inhalable formulation for pulmonary drug delivery, loading of protein molecules and its release and activity in simulated biological fluids.   

In addition to formal competence, University employees must possess the personal capacities necessary to perform the duties of the position well and to represent the University in the best possible way.    

Faculty, Department and Research environment   
The Department of Biomedical Science at the Faculty of Health and Society (www.mau.se/bmv) offers programmes leading to professional qualifications as a Prescriptionist and Biomedical laboratory scientist (both first cycle, 180 credits), a Master's programme, Biomedical Surface Science (second cycle, 120 credits), as well as first and second cycle freestanding courses. The Department negotiates the multifaceted intersection between biology, chemistry, medicine, physics, and technology and the interdisciplinary approach to research and education aims to further develop the theoretical and practical understanding of the complex subject matter.

Drawing on the balance between basic and applied research, the Department has been successful in attracting funding from regional, national, and international research funding bodies. In addition, in the pursuit of possible applications, several industry-funded contract research projects are currently running at the Department.

The research at the Department is also linked to our research centre “Biofilms - Research Center for Biointerfaces” (www.mau.se/brcb), which involves different faculties and combines biomedical science with clinical and translational research in medical, dental, food, and environmental application areas in close collaboration with regional industry.   

Further information   
Project related questions: Sabrina Valetti, Docent, sabrina.valetti@mau.se

Questions regarding employment at Malmö university: HR-specialist Heidi Francke, heidi.francke@mau.se

In our recruitment work, Malmö University has taken a stand regarding recruitment channels and marketing. We therefore decline all offers of advertising and recruitment assistance in connection with this advertisement.   

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Application   
You apply for this position via Malmö University's recruitment system by clicking on the "Apply" button. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that your application is completed in accordance with the job advertisement, and that it is submitted to the University no later than 19th September. The application must be written in Swedish, English or any of the Nordic languages. As an applicant, you are responsible for the application and its appendices being translated.   

The application must include: 


• Curriculum Vitae 
• Copies of relevant degrees and certificates 
• A brief account on a maximum of one page, where you describe your experience, background and competence related to the applied position that makes you the most suitable candidate  

Miscellaneous   
The position is for six months. Full time position.

Malmö University is a workplace and higher education institution that is characterised by an open and inclusive approach, where gender equality and equal terms add value to our activities.   

Malmö University applies individual salary setting.    

Start date   
As soon as possible     

Union representatives   
SACO-S: Ann-Mari Campbell, ann-marie.campbell@mau.se

Lärarförbundet: Peter Persson, peter.persson@mau.se

ST/OFR: Aje Carlbom, aje.carlbom@mau.se  

We are looking forward to receiving your application!