Vacant job

Fixed-term part-time position for 3 months, 20–50%, with start date according to agreement.

Are you an engaged and driven student interested in contributing to important research? As a teaching assistant (amanuens), you work part-time while completing your studies.

Apply for the position of teaching assistant with us!

About the Department

The Department of Materials Science aims to be a hub for successful and valuable research and education, focusing on materials science solutions for major societal challenges. Our department is an exciting workplace offering research across a broad range of technical fields, from basic research to large-scale applied research. We maintain close ties with students through our involvement in civil engineering, bachelor’s, and master’s programs. The department consists of seven divisions with different research focuses, as well as an administrative division for support and services. We are an international workplace with approximately 230 active staff members.

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About the Division

The Division of Nanotechnology and Functional Materials is part of the Department of Materials Science at the Ångström Laboratory. We conduct research on functional porous materials for energy and environmental applications, nanobiomaterials, sustainable electrical energy storage and conversion, functionalization of electrode surfaces for catalytic applications, additive manufacturing for pharmaceutical materials, microsensors for in vivo use, and sustainable materials from biomass. Our researchers have extensive experience in the functionalization of biomaterials, biocompatibility, additive manufacturing, organic energy storage, nanosafety, and the development and analysis of functional porous materials.

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Our research group specializes in the synthesis and optimization of a wide spectrum of porous materials, including porous oxides, zeolites, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), zeolitic imidazolate frameworks (ZIFs), and more. We are now looking for a research assistant to join our group. As a research assistant, you will be responsible for conducting experimental research in the development of mixed metal oxides and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) with narrow pores as effective photocatalysts.

Responsibilities

Typical tasks include the synthesis and characterization (e.g., X-ray diffraction, IR spectroscopy, electron microscopy, and gas adsorption) of solid oxides and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), as well as collaboration with other researchers on photocatalytic reactions using MOF materials. The role also involves assisting other researchers with experiments in related research areas.

Qualifications

To be employed as a teaching assistant, you must be admitted to and registered in a basic or advanced level program. The employment may correspond to a maximum of 50% of full-time work and is regulated by Chapter 5 of the Higher Education Ordinance.

We are looking for you with good academic results from a master’s program or a civil engineering education in fields such as mechanical engineering or materials technology, where you have completed at least two years of full-time studies. We also expect good results in courses related to materials technology or mechanical engineering.

Requirements for this position:

• Good grades in courses in inorganic, organic, or analytical chemistry.
• Strong skills in laboratory work and data analysis.
• Very good organizational skills.
• Good written and spoken English proficiency.
• Experience in the synthesis and characterization of MOF materials, particularly for the adsorption of pollutants.

Desirable / Merits

Documented experience in research communication, or a willingness to contribute to the group’s research communication through the use of social media.

Application Instructions

• A short cover letter describing yourself and why you are suitable for this position (max 1 page).
• CV (max 1 page).
• Registration certificate showing that you are admitted and registered for studies at a university/college during the current term.
• Other documents you wish to include (copies of grades, reference contacts, recommendation letters, etc.).

We will review applications continuously during the application period and invite candidates to interviews.

About the Employment

The position is fixed-term for three months according to HE Ordinance Chapter 5, Section 12. The extent is 20–50%. Start date according to agreement. Location: Uppsala.

Information about the position is provided by:

Ocean Cheung, [email protected]

Please submit your application by 2026-06-04, Ref: UFV-PA 2026/1717

Uppsala University is a broad research university with a strong international standing. Our 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 our 7,500 employees and 53,000 students, who with curiosity and engagement make Uppsala University one of the most exciting workplaces in the country.

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The employment may be subject to a security check. A prerequisite for employment in the case of a security check is that the applicant is approved.

We decline offers of assistance with recruitment and advertising.

Applications are received via Uppsala University’s recruitment system.

Union Representatives: Saco-S - [email protected], Seko - [email protected], ST (OFR/S) - [email protected]