Vacant job

Field of Study

To further develop bioelectronics and biointerfaces, we are seeking a postdoctoral researcher who wishes to contribute to the development of the next generation of implantable bioelectronic systems for biomedical applications. Our research focuses on the in situ formation of organic electronic materials in living environments, enabling new ways to create soft, adaptive, and spatially precise interfaces with biological tissue (see, for example, Strakosas et al., Science, 2023, https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.adc9998).

The position addresses the opportunity to bridge conventional implants with bio-integrated, in situ-formed electronic functionality, with particular relevance to neuromodulation and neuropharmacology, including applications in Parkinson's disease and related movement disorders.

You will be part of a strong interdisciplinary collaboration aimed at establishing new principles for the electronic functionalization of living systems, where biological structure and signaling govern both the formation and function of electronic materials.

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of chemistry, biology, and electronics in the highly collaborative and supportive environment of the Laboratory of Organic Electronics.

Your work will primarily be conducted under the supervision of Xenofon Strakosas, with additional supervision from Daniel Simon, Research Group Leader for Organic Bioelectronics (OBE) at LOE.

If you are passionate about developing the field of organic bioelectronics and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply and become part of this transformative research journey.

Your Responsibilities

The position involves leading and contributing to research on bioelectronic systems where implanted structures are integrated with in situ-formed conductive materials. Special emphasis is placed on investigating how system architectures at the device level (e.g., flexible or stent-based electronic systems) can interact with materials formed directly in biological environments, such as through enzymatic polymerization or photopolymerization.

A central part of the work is to develop and understand extended electroactive interfaces where electronic functionality is distributed through tissue via biologically directed material formation. This includes the manufacturing and characterization of materials and systems, as well as integration into concepts for neuromodulation in deep brain regions relevant to Parkinson's disease.

The project sits at the intersection of materials science, component physics, and biology, and the exact focus can be shaped based on the candidate's background and interests. The work may include:

• Design and manufacturing of bioelectronic systems (e.g., flexible or stent-based systems)
• Development and characterization of in situ-polymerized conductive materials
• Electrochemical and electrical characterization of materials and interfaces
• Integration of materials and systems in biologically relevant environments (in vitro and, through collaborations, potentially also in vivo)
• Contribution to system-level concepts for bioelectronic therapies

You will also contribute to scientific publications, presentations, and collaborative projects with national and international partners.

A postdoctoral researcher is primarily expected to conduct research. Teaching may also be included in the duties, but no more than one-fifth of the working time.

Your Qualifications

To be eligible for the position of postdoctoral researcher, you must have completed a PhD or hold a foreign degree assessed as equivalent to a PhD. Your degree must be completed no later than the time the employment decision is made.

It is advantageous if your degree was completed no more than three years before the last application date for this position. In case of special reasons, a degree completed earlier may be considered equivalent, for example, due to various types of statutory leave.

You have good problem-solving skills, can work effectively in a multidisciplinary and international team, and demonstrate very good communication skills.

The following education, experience, and competence are required:

• PhD in medical engineering, (bio)physics, applied physics, materials science, (organic) chemistry, or a corresponding field
• Experience in optical material characterization (e.g., UV-Vis absorption)
• In vitro electrophysiological methods (e.g., patch clamp, multi-electrode measurements, or OECT measurements)
• Experience with cell studies (in vitro)
• Microscopy of cells and cell clusters (e.g., confocal and/or fluorescence microscopy)
• Scientific publications as first author or corresponding author
• Documented experience in scientific presentations
• Very good ability to express yourself orally and in writing in English (all activities at LOE are conducted in English)

In addition, the following areas are particularly advantageous:

• Experience in organic (bio)electronics, implant design, and/or conductive polymers (preferably all areas)
• Experience in chemistry related to aggregation, pi-stacking, and/or self-assembly (preferably all areas)
• Experience in electron microscopy, especially SEM
• Experience in thin-film fabrication and characterization methods
• Experience in calcium imaging of cell activity

The following are further advantages:

• Experience working in a cleanroom environment
• Experience with one or more electrochemical methods
• Very good written and oral communication skills, including experience in producing high-quality comprehensive reports, data visualization, and manuscript writing

Great importance will be attached to personal qualities and suitability.

Your Workplace

The position is located at the Laboratory of Organic Electronics (LOE, https://liu.se/forskning/laboratoriet-for-organisk-elektronik), where we explore the electronic and optical properties of organic semiconductors, biomaterials from forests, and hybrid organic materials. LOE is united by a common interest in combining electronic and ionic charge for applications in energy, internet of things, health, and biology.

About the Position

The position is a fixed-term appointment of two years with the possibility of extension, for a total employment period of up to three years. The postdoctoral position is full-time.

Start date by agreement.

Application

You apply for this position by clicking the "Apply" button below. Your application must be received by Linköping University no later than June 30, 2026. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

We look forward to receiving your application!