The Department of Chemistry - Ångström conducts research and education in the chemistry field. The department has more than 270 employees and has a turnover just over 300 million SEK. At the department's six programs, we conduct very successful research of a high international standard. We have a large number of externally funded research projects, often with international cooperation and we see continued good growth in our subject area. The department has education assignments in engineering programs and master's programs. More information is available on our website. (https://www.kemi.uu.se/angstrom/?languageId=1)
Subject description
We are seeking a highly motivated and expreienced Research Assistant to join our team working at the interface of microbiology and molecular biology. The projects focus on large scale genetic and metabolic engineering of Escherichia coli and cyanobacteria for the sustainable production of ammonia. The position offers hands-on experience with molecular cloning, cultivation of bacteria, and characterization of engineered strains, and provides the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research with applications in biotechnology and sustainable agriculture.
Work duties:
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Daily routine experimental material preparation
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Independently design and perform cloning in E. coli and different cyanobacterial strains
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Cyanobacteria cultivation and monitoring in bioreactors
Requirements:
Applicants must have:
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An exam within the field of biotechnology, or molecular biology.
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Experience on cyanobacteria cultivation in bioreactors and large scale genetic engineering, synthetic biology.
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Very good oral and written in English.
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Very good at documentation of experimental details.
Consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen ongoing research within the department, and how they stand to contribute to its future development.
The employment is temporary position, 6 months. Scope of employment 75 %. Starting date 6th July. Placement: Ångströmlaboratory Hus 7 plan 1.
For further information about the position, please contact
Dr. Rui Miao. 0736729030, [email protected]
Please submit your application by 12 June 2026, UFV-PA 2026/1859
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Uppsala University is a broad research university with a strong international position. The ultimate goal is to conduct education and research of the highest quality and relevance to make a difference in society. Our most important asset is all of our 7,600 employees and 53,000 students who, with curiosity and commitment, make Uppsala University one of Sweden’s most exciting workplaces. Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at Uppsala Universityhttps://uu.se/om-uu/jobba-hos-oss/ The position may be subject to security vetting. If security vetting is conducted, the applicant must pass the vetting process to be eligible for employment. Please do not send offers of recruitment or advertising services. Submit your application through Uppsala University's recruitment system.
Anställningsform: särskild visstidsanställning | Anställningens omfattning: deltid | Antal lediga befattningar: 1 | Sysselsättningsgrad: 75% | Ort: Uppsala | Län: Uppsala län | Land: Sweden | Referensnummer: UFV-PA 2026/1859 | Kontakt: Rui Miao 0184710000, Rui Miao 0184710000, | Publicerat: 2026-05-29 | Sista ansökningsdag: 2026-06-12
