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Associate Professor in Advanced Light Microscopy | Sweden
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Date posted
April 19, 2025
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Deadline
April 19, 2025
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Study location
Stockholm
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Tuitions
Competitive
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Career level
Senior
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Qualification
Doctorate Degree
Description
KTH Royal Institute of Technology
School of Engineering Sciences
Position: Associate Professor in Advanced Light Microscopy
Location: Stockholm, Sweden
Reference Number: PA-2025-0101
Application Deadline: May 22, 2025
Subject Area
Advanced Light Microscopy
Subject Description
The position focuses on the development and application of innovative light-based techniques for the study of biological systems at the molecular, cellular, and tissue levels. The scope includes experimental light microscopy and quantitative image analysis, with particular emphasis on advanced modalities such as super-resolution and light-sheet microscopy. Applications span across biology, biophysics, and medical research.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and further develop two major research infrastructures:
- National Microscopy Infrastructure (NMI)
- Advanced Light Microscopy (ALM) at SciLifeLab (50% appointment)
- Conduct research in method development within advanced light microscopy.
- Align research activities with infrastructure and educational developments.
- Contribute to course development and instruction at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels in the unit for biophysics.
- Supervise bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD students.
- Attain proficiency in Swedish within three years of appointment (language support provided if needed).
Eligibility
To be eligible for appointment, candidates must:
- Hold a PhD or possess equivalent scholarly or professional qualifications relevant to the subject.
- Demonstrate documented pedagogical expertise.
Assessment Criteria
Primary Criteria
- Documented scientific excellence in advanced fluorescence microscopy (e.g., super-resolution, light-sheet), evidenced by high-impact publications, externally funded projects, and active participation in collaborative research.
- Proven teaching proficiency at undergraduate and/or advanced levels.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop infrastructure and personnel, including knowledge of gender equality and diversity in academic environments.
Secondary Criteria
- Capacity to establish and maintain international collaborations and networks.
- Experience engaging with external stakeholders (e.g., industry, public sector, healthcare).
- Administrative competence and experience in managing complex academic operations.
Application Process
- Applications must be submitted via KTH’s online recruitment system.
- Applicants are required to use the official CV template for teaching positions at KTH.
- It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all required documents are submitted by the deadline: May 22, 2025, midnight CET/CEST.
For full details on assessment and appointments, refer to:
Appointments Procedure at KTH
Additional Information
- Type of employment: Permanent, full-time (100%)
- Start date: By agreement
- Salary: Monthly salary
- Contact: Carlota Canalias Gomez, cc@biox.kth.se
- Trade union representatives can be found on KTH's website.
KTH actively works to improve gender balance and values diversity in all forms. Positions may be subject to security clearance under the Protective Security Act (2018:585), with the candidate’s consent.
For international applicants, KTH Relocation provides support with settling in Sweden and the KTH community.
KTH does not accept contact from recruitment agencies or advertising firms.
About KTH
KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm is one of Europe’s leading technical universities and Sweden’s largest institution for technical research and education. KTH offers a vibrant international environment for education and research, with strong connections to industry and society. Areas of activity include engineering, natural sciences, architecture, industrial management, and the humanities.
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