Summer XAS Chemistry Lab Assistant – Reference Standards

Big Science Sweden; Lunds kommun; On-site; SEK 167,400 - 223,200; Full time

Job summary

A leading research laboratory is seeking a motivated university chemistry student for a summer position at MAX IV Laboratory in Lund, Sweden. This role involves hands-on lab work, organizing chemicals, preparing reference samples, and measuring data during beamtime sessions. Ideal candidates have a strong foundation in chemistry, lab safety experience, and are detail-oriented. This is a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in a cutting-edge research facility and contribute to important scientific resources.

Qualifications

• Minimum 120 credits in university studies, including 60 credits in chemistry.
• Independent chemical lab work experience and knowledge of safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Sort and organize chemicals and metal foils in the lab.
• Prepare and analyze chemical reference samples.
• Measure samples during a beamtime session.
• Process and format spectral data using relevant software.
• Upload data to the public XAS reference library.

Skills

Hands-on lab work

Spectroscopy

Data analysis

Python-based software

Organizational skills

Education

University student (minimum 120 credits)

At least 60 credits in chemistry

Job description

A leading research laboratory is seeking a motivated university chemistry student for a summer position at MAX IV Laboratory in Lund, Sweden. This role involves hands-on lab work, organizing chemicals, preparing reference samples, and measuring data during beamtime sessions. Ideal candidates have a strong foundation in chemistry, lab safety experience, and are detail-oriented. This is a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in a cutting-edge research facility and contribute to important scientific resources.