The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), Department of Animal Biosciences, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Biotechnology/Protein Biochemistry (Spider Silk) in Uppsala. The position focuses on developing novel methods for producing and characterizing recombinant spider silk proteins. Applicants must hold a recent PhD in a relevant field, have strong research experience in protein expression, purification, and characterization, and demonstrate excellent English skills.
To be eligible for the postdoctoral position, applicants must hold a PhD in a relevant field obtained within the past five years and have a strong publication record, including at least one first-author paper in an international peer-reviewed journal. Candidates should have extensive practical experience in protein expression in prokaryotes and/or yeasts, multiple protein purification techniques, recombinant protein production, and proficiency in at least two protein characterization methods.
The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) is a leading university in Sweden dedicated to research, education, and sustainable development in agriculture, forestry, food, and environmental sciences. With main campuses in Uppsala, Alnarp, and Umeå, SLU plays a key role in addressing global challenges related to ecosystems, natural resources, and animal and human health. The university combines cutting-edge research with practical solutions, fostering innovation for a sustainable future.
Founded in 1977, Sveriges lantbruks universitet (The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large town of Uppsala (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Uppsala County. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Utbildningsdepartementet, Sverige (Ministry of Education and Research, Sweden), Sveriges lantbruks universitet (SLU) is a small (uniRank enrollment range: 4,000-4,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Sveriges lantbruks universitet (SLU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details.