Research Engineer ForMAX

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top 100 universities. The University has around 44 000 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.




Job description
The ForMAX beamline is designed for multiscale structural characterization of materials from macroscopic to molecular length scales, by combining x-ray microtomography with small- and wide-angle x-ray scattering (SWAXS).

A particular focus will be the development of new materials and specialty chemicals from forest raw material, contributing towards our transition to a sustainable, bio-based economy.

We are now looking for a research engineer to strengthen the ForMAX team. The tasks include:

- Lead engineering projects at ForMAX. This includes, for example, design, integration, and commissioning of dedicated sample environments.
- Take part in commissioning of the beamline, together with the rest of the ForMAX team and in collaboration with technical teams at MAX IV.
- Share responsibility for operation, maintenance, and further development of the beamline, together with the rest of the ForMAX team.

 

Qualifications
We are looking for a candidate with the following qualifications:

- Engineering or science degree in a relevant subject.
- Documented experience in design/procurement/construction/commissioning and/or maintenance of complex scientific instrumentation, in particular synchrotron radiation instrumentation.
- Ability to work independently and take initiatives.
- Strong social and communication skills.
- Good command of written and spoken English.

The following qualifications are considered a merit:

- Documented experience in motion control, automation, cryogenics, and/or vacuum technology.
- Knowledgeable in 3D-CAD/CAM software.
- Skills in programming.
- Experience in SWAXS and/or microtomography.
- Previous work experience at a research facility.


This is a permanent employment.

Probationary period may apply.

For further information, please visit:
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-lund-university/work-lund-university
http://sweden.se
https://www.maxiv.lu.se/about-us/careerjobs/comp_and_benefits/ 



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MAX IV is a Swedish national large-scale research laboratory hosted by Lund University. It provides scientists from Sweden as well as internationally, with state-of-the-art instrumentation for research in areas such as engineering, physics, structural biology, chemistry and nanotechnology. Fully developed it will receive more than 2 000 scientists annually, conducting ground-breaking experiments in materials and life sciences using the brilliant X-ray light.

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