Biodeuteration Scientist — Microbial Production for Neutrons

European Spallation Source Eric; Lunds kommun; On-site; SEK 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market competitive compensation

Monthly pension contributions

Job summary

The European Spallation Source Eric is seeking a Biodeuteration Scientist. In this role, you will support neutron user programs by producing deuterated biomolecules and optimizing purification methods.

Ideal candidates have a PhD in relevant biological sciences and experience in microbial expression systems. This full-time permanent position offers a competitive salary, pension contributions, and opportunities for scientific collaboration in a fast-paced research environment.

Qualifications

• Strong track record in the expression of biological molecules in microbial cultures.
• Experience in protein ligation-mediated polypeptide engineering is an advantage.
• Experience with higher eukaryotic cell culturing, biomolecule production, and purification at mg-g scale is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide deuteration services for neutron experiment users.
• Further develop ESS capabilities for biodeuteration.
• Coordinate the planning, organization, and operation of biodeuteration support.
• Supervise visitors and hosted students on biodeuteration projects.
• Participate in collaborations to enhance ESS capabilities.

Skills

Experience with bacterial and yeast expression systems

Biochemical modifications and purification methodologies

Designing biological production processes

Optimizing purification methods

Communication in English

Education

PhD in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry or biotechnology

Tools

Automated fermentation systems

Biophysical characterization methods

Automated bioreactor systems

Job description

The European Spallation Source Eric is seeking a Biodeuteration Scientist. In this role, you will support neutron user programs by producing deuterated biomolecules and optimizing purification methods.

Ideal candidates have a PhD in relevant biological sciences and experience in microbial expression systems. This full-time permanent position offers a competitive salary, pension contributions, and opportunities for scientific collaboration in a fast-paced research environment.