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• Postdoctoral Researcher - Biological Interactions of Lipid Nanoparticles

  Arbetsgivare / Ort:European Spallation Source ERIC / Lund

  Omfattning / Varaktighet:Vanlig anställning / 6 månader eller längre

  Lönetyp: Fast månads- vecko- eller timlön

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  Publicerad: 2026-06-08

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  The European Spallation Source (ESS) is one of the largest science and technology infrastructure projects being built today. Our goal is to become the brightest source of neutrons for science and technology and be operational by the end of this decade. A state-of-the-art suite of neutron scattering instruments will be made available to address a wide range of scientific fields in fundamental and materials science. Powered by the world's most advanced linear proton accelerator, ESS will enable cutting-edge research in materials science, energy, health, and the environment for decades to come.

  Join us in shaping the future of science - from the ground up.

   

  About the role:

  ESS is at an exciting turning point. It is in transition from being a construction site, to being an operating facility. To help us realise our goal of being the world's leading institution for neutron based research, we are now looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join our Large Scale Structures Division.

  The role is part of the Vetenskapsrådet funded ESS Science Initiative project "Lifecycle of a Lipid Nanoparticle", which is a consortium of Swedish and international researchers from universities, research institutes, and industry with a common interest in the underlying behaviours of lipid nanoparticles as drug delivery vectors.

  The goals of this part of the project are:

  • Develop an understanding of the biological interactions of lipid nanoparticles
  • Develop model systems and measurement protocols that can be used to enable experiments on lipid nanoparticles at ESS.

  To achieve these goals, the postdoctoral researcher will develop proof-of-concept experiments to be run on the Estia neutron reflectometry instrument at ESS. The work will involve the development of model membrane systems of biological relevance for these studies, building on existing work within the community. To achieve this, we will make use of commercially available lipids as well as lipid extracts available from the ESS Deuteration Facility. The successful candidate will have experience in lipid biophysics and associated laboratory characterisation methods such as QCM-D, optical spectroscopies, ellipsometry, SPR, and TIRF.

  Whilst the primary location for the work will be at ESS in Lund, working with Dr. Tom Arnold and Dr. Sebastian Jaksch, this project will be co-supervised by Dr. Margaret Holme at Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg as well as other research consortium labs, and strong interactions with the academic partners will be expected. There will be regular consortium meetings, including reporting of your results to the team.

   

  About you:

  We require that you have:

  • PhD in the physical or biological sciences with knowledge and experience of experimental lipid biophysics.
  • Ability to work in a team with people of a variety of disciplines in an international collaboration.
  • Excellent oral and written English skills

  The project requires working visits to consortium laboratories for up to several weeks at a time and so it is important that you have the flexibility to travel.

  A career at ESS gives you the opportunity to contribute to the future discoveries within neutron science at a stunning, brand-new workplace filled with innovative minds and brilliant people from across the globe. We offer market competitive, individualized compensation which is differentiated according to role, responsibilities, individual skills, abilities and achievements as well as monthly pension contributions on top of your salary.

   

  To apply:

  If you see yourself in what we're looking for, please provide your CV and motivation letter in English by clicking on "apply" and following the instructions. Please be aware that we can only accept direct applications made via the ESS website. Submit your application as soon as you can, last day to apply is on July 10th 2026.

  First round of interviews (via Zoom) is planned to take place on July 28-30, 2026 and second round of interviews (onsite) is planned for August 25-28, 2026.

  For further information regarding the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist Louise Jönegård on louise.jonegard@ess.eu.

  For information about the position, please contact Head of Division Large Scale Structures Andrew Jackson on mailto:andrew.jackson@ess.eu

  For trade union information, please contact Unionen representative Nerusha Naicker on mailto:erusha.Naicker@ess.eu or SACO/Swedish Association of Graduate Engineers representative Marc Kickulies at mailto:marc.kickulies@ess.eu

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  European Spallation Source ERIC
  22484 Lund

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• Postdoctoral Researcher - Microfluidics for Lipid Nanoparticle Studie

  Arbetsgivare / Ort:European Spallation Source ERIC / Lund

  Omfattning / Varaktighet:Vanlig anställning / 6 månader eller längre

  Lönetyp: Fast månads- vecko- eller timlön

  Ansök senast idag

  Publicerad: 2026-06-08

  Källa: Arbetsförmedlingen

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  Om jobbet

  The European Spallation Source (ESS) is one of the largest science and technology infrastructure projects being built today. Our goal is to become the brightest source of neutrons for science and technology and be operational by the end of this decade. A state-of-the-art suite of neutron scattering instruments will be made available to address a wide range of scientific fields in fundamental and materials science. Powered by the world's most advanced linear proton accelerator, ESS will enable cutting-edge research in materials science, energy, health, and the environment for decades to come.

  Join us in shaping the future of science - from the ground up.

   

  About the role:

  ESS is at an exciting turning point. It is in transition from being a construction site, to being an operating facility. To help us realise our goal of being the world's leading institution for neutron based research, we are now looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join our Large Scale Structures Division.

  The role is part of the Vetenskapsrådet funded ESS Science Initiative project "Lifecycle of a Lipid Nanoparticle", which is a consortium of Swedish researchers from universities, research institutes, and industry with a common interest in the underlying behaviours of lipid nanoparticles as drug delivery vectors.

  The goals of this part of the project are:

  • Develop an understanding of the effect of flow on the production of lipid nanoparticles
  • Develop an understanding of how environmental changes affect lipid nanoparticle structure
  • Develop a microfluidics setup that can be used at ESS for experiments on lipid nanoparticles

  To achieve these goals, the postdoctoral researcher will develop proof-of-concept experiments to be run on the LoKI Small-Angle Neutron Scattering (SANS) instrument at ESS. The work will involve the development of neutron-specific microfluidics setups to support studies of the formation of lipid nanoparticles and incorporation of target molecules into the nanoparticles, and how environmental changes affect their structure. There will be strong collaboration with researchers at the Max IV synchrotron in Lund, where development of microfluidics setups for similar x-ray studies is already under way.

  Whilst the primary location for the work will be at ESS in Lund, working with Dr. Andrew Jackson and Dr. Judith Houston, this project will be co-supervised by Dr. Hanna Barriga at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm as well as other research consortium labs, and strong interactions with the academic partners will be expected. There will be regular consortium meetings, including reporting of your results to the team.

   

  About you:

  We require that you have:

  • PhD in physical or biological sciences with knowledge and experience of experimental microfluidics.
  • Ability to work in a team with people of a variety of disciplines in an international collaboration.
  • Excellent oral and written English skills

  The project requires working visits to consortium laboratories for up to several weeks at a time and so it is important that you have the flexibility to travel.

  A career at ESS gives you the opportunity to contribute to the future discoveries within neutron science at a stunning, brand-new workplace filled with innovative minds and brilliant people from across the globe. We offer market competitive, individualized compensation which is differentiated according to role, responsibilities, individual skills, abilities and achievements as well as monthly pension contributions on top of your salary.

   

  To apply:

  If you see yourself in what we're looking for, please provide your CV and motivation letter in English by clicking on "apply" and following the instructions. Please be aware that we can only accept direct applications made via the ESS website. Submit your application as soon as you can, last day to apply is on July 10th, 2026.

  First round of interviews (via Zoom) is planned to take place on July 28-30, 2026 and second round of interviews (onsite) is planned for August 25-28, 2026.

  For further information regarding the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist Louise Jönegård on louise.jonegard@ess.eu.

  For information about the position, please contact Head of Division Large Scale Structures Andrew Jackson on mailto:andrew.jackson@ess.eu

  For trade union information, please contact Unionen representative Nerusha Naicker on mailto:erusha.Naicker@ess.eu or SACO/Swedish Association of Graduate Engineers representative Marc Kickulies at mailto:marc.kickulies@ess.eu

  Arbetsgivare

  European Spallation Source ERIC
  22484 Lund

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• Instrument Scientist for ESS Test beamline

  Arbetsgivare / Ort:European Spallation Source ERIC / Lund

  Omfattning / Varaktighet:Vanlig anställning / 6 månader eller längre

  Lönetyp: Fast månads- vecko- eller timlön

  Ansök senast 4 augusti (25 dagar kvar)

  Publicerad: 2026-07-06

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  Om jobbet

  The European Spallation Source (ESS) will soon be the world’s most powerful source of neutrons, providing researchers with unique opportunities to explore the structure of materials at the atomic level. Neutron scattering at ESS will address critical questions in physics, chemistry, geology, materials science and life science.

   

  The Science Directorate at the European Spallation Source (ESS) invites applications for an instrument scientist for the dedicated Test beamline (TBL).

   

  The Diffraction and Imaging Division is home to the instrument scientists and instrument operational engineers responsible for designing, constructing, and operating the DREAM, MAGiC, BEER, HEIMDAL, ODIN, and TBL instruments at ESS. New designs for a wide range of neutron instruments are being implemented to fully leverage the unique long-pulse time structure of the ESS neutron source.

   

  The primary purpose of TBL is characterizing the target-reflector-moderator system and verifying the performance of the neutron source based on operating parameters such as proton beam energy, stability, pulse length, and beam rastering, as well as the moderator conditions. An important aspect of this work will be comparing the measured and simulated neutronic performance of the moderator, providing a crucial reference for various neutron scattering instruments. Additionally, the TBL will contribute to optimizing instruments and methods to fully exploit the unique long-pulse time structure of the ESS neutron source. The TBL will function as a local characterization station, supporting technical developments in areas such as neutron optics, polarization, and novel detectors. It is designed to support the user program by performing exploratory imaging experiments, neutron diffraction studies, and single-crystal alignment. Due to the flexibility of the instrument, a variety of detectors and sample environments can be fitted inside the experimental cave, allowing multipurpose measurements on not only thermal neutrons but also epithermal/fast neutrons and gamma rays. This includes but is not limited to a well-established technique such as time-of-flight transmission measurements, neutron tomography, neutron activation analysis, grating interferometry, etc. As the facility evolves, the modular design of the TBL will allow for modifications to meet new objectives, ensuring its continued relevance and utility in advancing neutron science. The construction of TBL is completed and the team prepares the instrument for the first neutrons.

   

  About the role: 

  As the instrument scientist for TBL you will:

  • Work closely with another scientist and the instrument operations engineer, forming the core instrument team.
  • Participate in commissioning of the TBL beamline with neutrons.
  • Develop a diagnostic plan for ESS Operation via the utilization of TBL
  • Develop and implement new experimental methods using the TBL, including (but not limited to) spectroscopic imaging, diffractive imaging, polarized neutron imaging, grating interferometry, neutron depth profiling, prompt-gamma neutron activation analysis (PGNAA), and advanced sample environments, etc.
  • Develop synergies with other neutron facilities and build links with universities.

   

  The position is a 3-year fixed term role and the workplace will be situated in Lund, Sweden.

  ESS will support and encourage the candidate to take up an adjunct position at a university in an ESS partner country, in order to facilitate their own research. 

   

  Please read about the qualifications and experience needed for this position in the full job advertisement on ESS webpage: https://europeanspallationsource.se/careers/vacancies?rmpage=job&rmjob=2026&rmlang=UK

   

  To apply:

  A career at ESS gives you the opportunity to contribute to the future discoveries within neutron science at a stunning, brand-new workplace filled with innovative minds and brilliant people from across the globe. We offer market competitive, individualised compensation which is differentiated according to role, responsibilities, individual skills, abilities and achievements as well as monthly pension contributions on top of your salary.

   

  If you see yourself in what we’re looking for, please provide your CV and motivation letter in English by clicking on “apply” and following the instructions. Please be aware that we can only accept direct applications made via the ESS website, so submit your application as soon as you can. The last date for receiving applications is August 16th 2026.

   

  For further information regarding the position, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist Sofie Berg on sofie.berg@ess.eu or Hiring Manager Head of Diffraction & Imaging Division, Mikhail Feygenson on Mikhail.Feygenson@ess.eu

   

  Please note that it might take longer than normal to answer questions due to vacation period. 

   

   

  This role requires enhanced security screening processes which will be performed during the recruitment and onboarding processes.For more information regarding the ESS recruitment process in general, please follow this link: https://europeanspallationsource.se/careers.

  For trade union information, please contact Unionen representative Nerusha Naicker on Nerusha.Naicker@ess.eu or SACO/Swedish Association of Graduate Engineers representative Marc Kickulies at Marc.Kickulies@ess.eu

  Arbetsgivare

  European Spallation Source ERIC
  22484 Lund

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  Ansök senast 4 augusti (25 dagar kvar)

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• Instrument Scientist for ESS Test beamline

  Arbetsgivare / Ort:European Spallation Source ERIC / Lund

  Omfattning / Varaktighet:Vanlig anställning / 6 månader eller längre

  Lönetyp: Fast månads- vecko- eller timlön

  Ansök senast 4 augusti (25 dagar kvar)

  Publicerad: 2026-07-06

  Källa: Arbetsförmedlingen

  Ansök här

  Om jobbet

  The European Spallation Source (ESS) will soon be the world’s most powerful source of neutrons, providing researchers with unique opportunities to explore the structure of materials at the atomic level. Neutron scattering at ESS will address critical questions in physics, chemistry, geology, materials science and life science.

   

  The Science Directorate at the European Spallation Source (ESS) invites applications for an instrument scientist for the dedicated Test beamline (TBL).

   

  The Diffraction and Imaging Division is home to the instrument scientists and instrument operational engineers responsible for designing, constructing, and operating the DREAM, MAGiC, BEER, HEIMDAL, ODIN, and TBL instruments at ESS. New designs for a wide range of neutron instruments are being implemented to fully leverage the unique long-pulse time structure of the ESS neutron source.

   

  The primary purpose of TBL is characterizing the target-reflector-moderator system and verifying the performance of the neutron source based on operating parameters such as proton beam energy, stability, pulse length, and beam rastering, as well as the moderator conditions. An important aspect of this work will be comparing the measured and simulated neutronic performance of the moderator, providing a crucial reference for various neutron scattering instruments. Additionally, the TBL will contribute to optimizing instruments and methods to fully exploit the unique long-pulse time structure of the ESS neutron source. The TBL will function as a local characterization station, supporting technical developments in areas such as neutron optics, polarization, and novel detectors. It is designed to support the user program by performing exploratory imaging experiments, neutron diffraction studies, and single-crystal alignment. Due to the flexibility of the instrument, a variety of detectors and sample environments can be fitted inside the experimental cave, allowing multipurpose measurements on not only thermal neutrons but also epithermal/fast neutrons and gamma rays. This includes but is not limited to a well-established technique such as time-of-flight transmission measurements, neutron tomography, neutron activation analysis, grating interferometry, etc. As the facility evolves, the modular design of the TBL will allow for modifications to meet new objectives, ensuring its continued relevance and utility in advancing neutron science. The construction of TBL is completed and the team prepares the instrument for the first neutrons.

   

  About the role: 

  As the instrument scientist for TBL you will:

  • Work closely with another scientist and the instrument operations engineer, forming the core instrument team.
  • Participate in commissioning of the TBL beamline with neutrons.
  • Develop a diagnostic plan for ESS Operation via the utilization of TBL
  • Develop and implement new experimental methods using the TBL, including (but not limited to) spectroscopic imaging, diffractive imaging, polarized neutron imaging, grating interferometry, neutron depth profiling, prompt-gamma neutron activation analysis (PGNAA), and advanced sample environments, etc.
  • Develop synergies with other neutron facilities and build links with universities.

   

  The position is a 3-year fixed term role and the workplace will be situated in Lund, Sweden.

  ESS will support and encourage the candidate to take up an adjunct position at a university in an ESS partner country, in order to facilitate their own research. 

   

  Please read about the qualifications and experience needed for this position in the full job advertisement on ESS webpage: https://europeanspallationsource.se/careers/vacancies?rmpage=job&rmjob=2026&rmlang=UK

   

  To apply:

  A career at ESS gives you the opportunity to contribute to the future discoveries within neutron science at a stunning, brand-new workplace filled with innovative minds and brilliant people from across the globe. We offer market competitive, individualised compensation which is differentiated according to role, responsibilities, individual skills, abilities and achievements as well as monthly pension contributions on top of your salary.

   

  If you see yourself in what we’re looking for, please provide your CV and motivation letter in English by clicking on “apply” and following the instructions. Please be aware that we can only accept direct applications made via the ESS website, so submit your application as soon as you can. The last date for receiving applications is August 16th 2026.

   

  For further information regarding the position, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist Sofie Berg on sofie.berg@ess.eu or Hiring Manager Head of Diffraction & Imaging Division, Mikhail Feygenson on Mikhail.Feygenson@ess.eu

   

  Please note that it might take longer than normal to answer questions due to vacation period. 

   

   

  This role requires enhanced security screening processes which will be performed during the recruitment and onboarding processes.For more information regarding the ESS recruitment process in general, please follow this link: https://europeanspallationsource.se/careers.

  For trade union information, please contact Unionen representative Nerusha Naicker on Nerusha.Naicker@ess.eu or SACO/Swedish Association of Graduate Engineers representative Marc Kickulies at Marc.Kickulies@ess.eu

  Arbetsgivare

  European Spallation Source ERIC
  22484 Lund

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  Ansök senast 4 augusti (25 dagar kvar)

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