Postdoctoral Scholarships in Cryo-EM of Photosynthetic Protein Complexes, Sweden for Fellowship

  •  Fellowship
  •  01-Sep-2025
  •   Sweden
  • $$  360,000 SEK per year (tax-free) + 260,000 SEK/year for research expenses

Umeå University is providing a great opportunity through the Postdoctoral Scholarships in Cryo-EM of Photosynthetic Protein Complexes. The opportunity is available to talented students for the academic year 2025-2026.

To be eligible for the postdoctoral scholarship, applicants must hold a PhD or an equivalent degree in Structural Biology, Biophysics, Biochemistry, or a related field. The degree should have been awarded within the last three years, unless special circumstances apply. Candidates must have experience in structural biology, cryo-EM, or photosynthetic water oxidation research, and possess strong communication skills in English.

Application Deadline: September 1, 2025

Brief Description

  • University or Organization: Umeå University

  • Department: Department of Plant Physiology (Umeå Plant Science Centre)

Umeå universitet Information

Umeå universitet Grants

Postdoctoral Scholarships in Cryo-EM of Photosynthetic Protein Complexes, Sweden for Fellowship Founded in 1965, Umeå universitet (Umeå University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Umeå (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Vasterbotten County. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Örnsköldsvik, Skellefteå. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Utbildningsdepartementet, Sverige (Ministry of Education and Research, Sweden), Umeå universitet (UmU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Umeå universitet (UmU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 54 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from any country.

  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship is awarded in Structural Biology, Biophysics, Biochemistry, or related fields focused on photosynthetic protein complexes.

  • Admissible Criteria: Applicants must:

    • Hold a doctoral degree (PhD) or equivalent in Structural Biology, Biophysics, Biochemistry, or a related discipline.

    • Have completed their doctoral degree within the last 3 years (exceptions apply for special circumstances).

    • Demonstrate experience in structural biology, cryo-EM, or studies related to photosynthetic water oxidation.

    • Possess strong skills in scientific communication and the ability to work collaboratively in an international research environment.

    • Merit will be given to those with backgrounds in biophysics, cryo-EM sample prep/data analysis, cyanobacteria handling, and manuscript writing.

Offered Benefits

  • Tax-free stipend of 360,000 SEK per year for two years

  • Research cost allowance of 260,000 SEK/year (additional project expenses covered by the PI)

  • Access to state-of-the-art cryo-EM facilities at UCEM, Umeå

  • Participation in international research collaborations

  • Training in advanced biophysical techniques and manuscript/grant writing.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted via Umeå University’s e-recruitment system Varbi by September 1, 2025.
Required documents include:

  • Cover letter (max 2 pages)

  • Curriculum vitae with publication list

  • Copy of doctoral degree or expected date of completion

  • Academic transcripts and diplomas

  • PhD thesis or relevant publications

  • Names and contact details of 2–3 references

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