Academic Technical position in X-ray imaging at the Department of Chemistry, Aarhus University

Job title:

Academic Technical position in X-ray imaging at the Department of Chemistry, Aarhus University

Company:

Aarhus Universitet

Job description

The Department of Chemistry is seeking applications for an academic candidate (AC-TAP). The position includes scientific, administrative as well as teaching duties at the Department of Chemistry within inorganic materials chemistry.
The intended start date for this appointment is March 1, 2025, or as soon as possible after.Job description The candidate is expected to contribute to:

• Installation, maintenance, user training and management of research equipment related to X-ray imaging e.g., in connection with the AXIA X-ray imaging infrastructure, axia.au.dk.
• Support of X-ray imaging activities at the Department of Chemistry, with special focus on biological and bioinspired materials.
• Support of users in characterization of materials using X-ray imaging
• Participate in support of teaching of relevant laboratory courses in chemistry.
• Various duties related to the Department of Chemistry.

The candidate will be a part of the Materials Chemistry column and provide support to research activities in X-ray imaging and related areas. Your daily leader will be Professor Henrik Birkedal.Your profile Candidates are required to have an in-depth knowledge of X-ray imaging and an affinity for advanced instrumentation, with the capability to handle 3D imaging data being favorable. Furthermore, experience in operating 3D X-ray microscopy instrumentation, conducting X-ray imaging at synchrotron light sources or conducting neutron imaging experiments are likewise advantages.
The candidate is expected to have a PhD degree in chemistry, nanoscience, physics, materials science or similar.We offer a job opportunity in an ambitious and inspiring research and education environment with an informal atmosphere. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated team contributor with competency to oversee their own tasks and maintain an organized approach. You appreciate engaging with colleagues across various roles, including scientific, academic, and technical-administrative teams, and you excel at creating cooperative partnerships.Your collaborative approach enhances positivity and engagement within the workplace. We anticipate that you have proficiency in time management and can structure significant tasks effectively on your own.

You speak and write scientific English very well. Candidates who do not speak Danish, will be expected to learn within a few years. Language courses are offered.
We offer the opportunity to work in a distinguished scientific and educational environment and to support your development e.g. through courses and conference participation.For further information on the position please contact Prof. Henrik Birkedal (tel. +45 2250
8475; hbirkedal@chem.au.dk).Place of work The place of work is Langelandsgade 140, 8000 Aarhus C, and the area of employment is the Department of Chemistry, Aarhus University and related Departments.Formalities and salary rangeSalary and terms as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Confederation of Professional Unions.Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants.The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University’s website.Aarhus UniversityAarhus University is an academically diverse and research-intensive university with a strong commitment to high-quality research and education and the development of society nationally and globally. The university offers an inspiring research and teaching environment to its 38,000 students (FTEs) and 8,300 employees, and has an annual revenues of EUR 935 million. Learn more at

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Location

Aarhus, Midtjylland

Job date

Sat, 07 Dec 2024 02:43:34 GMT

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