Postdoctoral position in Formulation Technology with focus on characterization of soft matter u[...]

Lunds Universitet; Lunds kommun; On-site; SEK 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Attractive pension scheme

Access to research infrastructure

Job summary

Lunds Universitet is offering a postdoctoral position in Formulation Technology in Lund, Sweden. The role focuses on developing asymmetric flow field‑flow fractionation techniques coupled with small angle neutron scattering for soft-matter characterization. Candidates should possess a PhD and documented experience in related fields.

This full-time position is fixed-term for three years and entails research responsibilities along with limited teaching. A competitive benefits package including generous leave and an attractive pension scheme is provided.

Qualifications

• PhD or internationally equivalent in a relevant field.
• Documented experience in SANS and/or SAXS.
• Experience with analytical separation methods is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in AF4-SANS and related studies.
• Participate in small-angle neutron and X-ray scattering projects.
• Process and interpret SANS/SAXS data.

Skills

Soft-matter characterization

Advanced SANS/SAXS data processing

Analytical separation methods

Collaboration skills

Research independence

Education

PhD in colloid science, soft matter, biophysics, or related field

Job description

Postdoctoral position in Formulation Technology

We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher to develop a novel asymmetric flow field‑flow fractionation (AF4) coupling with small angle neutron scattering (SANS) for soft‑matter characterization at ESS. The role includes research, limited teaching (<20 % of working hours) and travel to neutron sources for beamtime proposal and data acquisition.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in AF4‑SANS and related soft‑matter studies.
• Participate in and support projects involving small‑angle neutron and X‑ray scattering (SANS/SAXS).
• Carry out experiments at large facilities (MAX IV, ESS, ISIS).
• Process and interpret SANS/SAXS data for both the project and other group projects.
• Deliver teaching in the first, second or third cycle of studies (up to 20 % of working hours).
• Supervise degree projects and doctoral students.
• Collaborate with industry and wider stakeholders.
• Perform administration related to research duties.

Qualifications

• PhD (or internationally equivalent) in colloid science, soft matter, biophysics, pharmaceutical formulation or a closely related field.
• Documented experience in soft‑material characterization with SANS and/or SAXS.
• Documented experience in advanced SANS/SAXS data processing and interpretation.
• Additional qualification – experience with analytical separation methods such as SEC or AF4.
• Additional qualification – experience with beamtime applications and grants at neutron or synchrotron facilities.

Additional requirements

• Excellent oral and written proficiency in English.
• Strong collaborative skills, initiative and the ability to work independently.
• Very good research skills and potential for high‑quality independent research.

Assessment criteria

• Ability to develop and conduct high‑quality research.
• Teaching skills.

Benefits and Conditions

Full‑time, fixed‑term employment of 3 years (start date 2026‑09‑01 or as agreed). Standard Lund University benefits: generous annual leave, attractive pension scheme and ordinary employee rights. The role is funded by the Swedish Research Council (VR) and the university provides access to research infrastructure, training and a research‑intensive environment.

Contact

• Lars Nilsson, Professor, [phone], [e-mail]