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

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; [email protected]).


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.
 


Formalia

Salary and terms as agreed between the Danish Ministry ofation and the Confederation of Professional Unions. 


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Ansøgning sendes via Aarhus Universitets rekrutteringssystem, som kan tilgås under stillingsopslaget på Aarhus Universitets hjemmeside.
 


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