Researcher in biomedicine

We are looking for a researcher in biomedicine with a focus in bioinformatics, microbial genomics and proteomics for a fixed-term full-time position at the Department of Medical Sciences.

Subject area
The subject area for this position is biomedicine.

Background
Bacteriocins are antimicrobial peptides that have several advantages over conventional antibiotics. With support from the Swedish Foundation for Strategic Research (SSF), Örebro University together with Linköping University and Luleå University of Technology and two companies are investing in a project (HEALiX) where cellulose materials, bacteriocins and sensors are combined in order to develop a new generation of advanced multifunctional wound dressings for treating acute and  chronic wounds. The research and development of antimicrobial peptides takes place mainly at Örebro University with a group consisting of two senior researchers and three doctoral students. There is currently a lack of expertise in the field of bioinformatics and computer simulations regarding structural and functional dynamics, including proteogenomics, to clarify in detail how and by what mechanisms specific antibacterial peptides interact with bacteria and infected human cells. 

Duties and responsibilities
The tasks as a researcher in the project include studies using proteogenomics and bioinformatics to identify new peptide sequences with optimal antibacterial effects and minimal cytotoxic effects, as well as an ability to bind to cellulose material or loaded in gels, and clarify the details about how and by what mechanisms the peptides kill various pathogenic bacteria and counteract infection of human cells. 

Qualifications
Those qualified for the appointment as a researcher are applicants who have obtained a doctoral degree or have a degree from abroad deemed to correspond to a doctoral degree. Previous holding of a postdoctoral position, in an area relevant to the position, for at least two years is a merit.

Assessment criteria
A general basis for assessment is that the applicant is able to demonstrate the personal qualities required to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities at hand; that they are able to cooperate with other members of staff; and contribute to the development of university operations.

The employment requires good experience in methods and techniques for both experimental studies and computer simulations regarding molecular biological and microbiological processes in different infection models. Expertise in bioinformatics, microbial genomics and proteomics is a prerequisite and experience of research on the mechanisms of action of antimicrobial substances is a merit.You who are applying must have the ability to work independently and since you will be part of a research group with doctoral students and other researchers, the ability to collaborate and to supervise doctoral students is an important part of the position.

Information
This is a fixed-term full-time position for two years. Appointment 1st July 2021 and place of employment is the Department of Medical Sciences, Örebro University. At Örebro University, salary depends on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.

For more information about the position and the project, contact professor Torbjörn Bengtsson, +46 19 30 21 59, email: torbjorn.bengtsson@oru.se or head of division Magnus Johansson, +46 19 30 24 43 email: magnus.johansson@oru.se.

At Örebro University, we expect each member of staff to be open to development and change; take responsibility for their work and performance; demonstrate a keen interest in collaboration and contribute to development; as well as to show respect for others by adopting a constructive and professional approach.

Örebro University actively pursues equal opportunities and gender equality as well as a work environment characterised by openness, trust and respect. We value the qualities that diversity adds to our operations.

Application
The application is made online. Click the button “Apply” to begin the application procedure.

For the application to be complete, the following electronic documents must be included:


• Covering letter, outlining how you believe you can contribute to the continued development of Örebro University
• CV with a relevant description of your overall qualifications and experience
• Account of [research/artistic] qualifications and experience
• Copies of relevant course/degree certificates and references verifying eligibility and criteria met

Only documents written in Swedish, English, Norwegian and Danish can be reviewed.
More information for applicants will be found at out career site:  https://www.oru.se/english/working-at-orebro-university/jobs-and-vacancies/applicants-and-external-experts/

The application deadline is June 9th 2021. We look forward to receiving your application!

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As directed by the National Archives of Sweden (Riksarkivet), we are required to deposit one file copy of the application documents, excluding publications, for a period of two years after the appointment decision has gained legal force.