KTH in Stockholm is the largest and oldest technical university in Sweden. No less than one-third of Sweden’s technical research and engineering education capacity at university level is provided by KTH. Education and research spans from natural sciences to all branches of engineering and includes architecture, industrial management and urban planning. There are a total of just over 15,000 first and second level students and more than 1,600 doctoral students. KTH has almost 4,300 employees.

The School of Chemical Science and Engineering includes the areas Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Fibre and Polymer technology. It encompasses both fundamental and applied chemical sciences and seeks sustainable development through scientific excellence. Many research activities are interdisciplinary across the borders from chemistry to materials science, environmental science, biochemistry, biology and medicine. The School offers a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Science and Engineering, Higher Education Diploma in Chemical Engineering and three international Master programs Chemical Engineering for Energy and the Environment, Macromolecular Materials and Molecular Science and Engineering. We cooperate also with the Master programs Energy and Environment, Materials design and Biotechnology.

Project description

We have demonstrated that, by using designed polymers, it is possible to vary and optimize the interface between 3D scaffolds and mesenchymal stem cells and thereby improve the results in tissue engineering. Hence there is a need to further improve and understand these interactions and subsequently create personalized implants for tissue engineering. We have an opening for a PhD-student with an interest in this research area, polymer chemistry and biomaterial research. The project aims to find novel approaches to study and optimize cell differentiation both mechanically and chemically. The work will be based on a strong link between engineering design, biological performance and clinical need, and the researcher will work closely with many members of a multidisciplinary project team.

Eligibility and Assessment Criteria

The potential candidate has a Master’s degree with a focus on polymer chemistry. We require good communication skills, teamwork and aim for scientific excellency and creativity. In addition to this position, relevant industry experience is highly desirable.

The candidate should be highly motivated for doing scientific research and should have well developed analytical and problem solving skills.

Employment

Form of employment: Time limited
Starting date: According to agreement

Application procedure

Application should be sent electronically to Inga Persson, inpe@kth.se

The application marked with reference no must include the following:
1.                         CV including education and relevant academic/work experience
2.                         Official record of transcripts and copy of degree certificate
3.                         Cover letter (maximum 1 page)

Deadline for application is: 2012-03-09
Reference number: K-2012-0054

Contact

Anna Wistrand, Assoc Prof
Phone: +46 8 790 89 24
annaf@polymer.kth.se

Trade Union representative

Lars Abrahamsson, SACO
Phone: +46 8 790 70 58
lars.abrahamsson@ee.kth.se