Biodeuteration Scientist for Neutron Research & Biomolecules

Big Science Sweden; Lunds kommun; On-site; SEK 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

European Spallation Source (ESS) in Lund seeks a Biodeuteration Scientist to support the neutron user program by advancing biological production of deuterated biomolecules and integrating deuteration services with the user community.

The role involves developing purification and analysis methods, coordinating biodeuteration facilities, and supervising visitors and researchers in collaboration with Lund University’s Protein Production Facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide deuteration services for neutron experiment users, including production, purification and characterization of biologically deuterated molecules.
• Further develop biodeuteration capabilities and related purification/analysis methods to meet evolving user needs.
• Coordinate planning, organization and operation of biodeuteration support including proposal calls, feasibility reviews and scheduling.
• Maintain and operate biodeuteration facilities in collaboration with the Lund Protein Production Facility at Lund University.
• Supervise and provide technical guidance to visitors and hosted students and postdocs on biodeuteration projects.
• Participate in external and internal collaborations to enhance biodeuteration capabilities and scientific output of the user programme.
• Disseminate results and method developments through publications and at scientific meetings.
• Collaborate with biodeuteration laboratories at other large-scale research infrastructures to advance services at ESS.

Job description

European Spallation Source (ESS) in Lund seeks a Biodeuteration Scientist to support the neutron user program by advancing biological production of deuterated biomolecules and integrating deuteration services with the user community.

The role involves developing purification and analysis methods, coordinating biodeuteration facilities, and supervising visitors and researchers in collaboration with Lund University’s Protein Production Facility.