Doctor in Single Molecule Analysis with Nanopores
Chalmers Tekniska Högskola AB / Högskolejobb / Göteborg
2025-10-03
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Project overview
Dahlin's research group works with chemically modified nanostructures for various applications. We are interested in developing a new kind of platform for trapping single or very few biological molecules. This will open up new possibilities for analyzing biomolecules and their function, which may ultimately lead to a better understanding of life on the molecular level.
More specifically, we want to study the behavior of proteins. For instance, we believe that the methods we are developing can be used to gain new insights on oligomer formation among certain proteins that are associated with diseases such as neurodegenerative conditions (amyloid formation). By investigating how a very small number of molecules, confined in space to the nanoscale, interact with each other we may be able to understand better how and why toxic oligomers form.
We are also interested in using our technologies to study enzymes, which are nature's catalytic machines. Enzymes are very important for various applications in bioprocessing technology. A better understanding of how they operate, obtained by studying them one by one, can improve various areas of biotechnology and sensor devices.
Finally, the synthetic systems we are developing can be used to mimic biological processes, such as transport of proteins through the membrane surrounding the cell nucleus. By artificially reproducing such processes we can learn more about how the biological machinery works on the molecular level and construct biologically inspired devices in a "bottom up" manner.
Job description
As Doctor, you would contribute to our work on the above topics, although your exact project is subject to discussion and new research directions may emerge. Our broad research field requires knowledge about advanced nanofabrication techniques, fluorescence microscopy and organic chemistry synthesis, among other things. (You are not expected to know everything when you start, but some topic relevance in your background is meriting.) You will work closely together with PhD students and postdocs in the same research group.
Please check this webpage for further information about the research activities in the group:
http://www.adahlin.comInformation about the division and the department
The large division of Applied Chemistry consists of 14 independent groups. This division is part of the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering.
Qualifications
To qualify, you must have a doctoral degree in a relevant topic. Good recommendations from your previous supervisor are meriting. Similarly, good publications are meriting but not a formal requirement. The most important qualification is a true interest in science and a strong motivation to do research. Your thesis should ideally be from the fields of physics, chemistry or materials science. However, a PhD in other topics such as life science could also be a suitable background.
Contract terms
The position is a full-time, fixed-term employment limited to a maximum of 360 days. It is intended for candidates holding a PhD and, in practice, the position is equivalent to a postdoctoral researcher.
The candidate should ideally be able to start in January 2026.
After 360 days, depending on funding availability, a formal postdoc position of 2 or 3 years may be announced to which the candidate may apply.
What we offer
Chalmers provides a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg.
Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees.
Chalmers aims to actively improve our gender balance. We work broadly with equality projects, for example the GENIE Initiative on gender equality for excellence. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.
Application procedure
The application should be attached as PDF files, as below:
CV
Personal letter
Other documents (optional):
• Copies of completed education, grades etc.
Please use the button at the bottom of the page to reach the application form. We do not accept applications sent by email.
Application deadline: 30 October, 2025
For questions, please contact:
Professor Andreas Dahlin
andreas.dahlin@chalmers.se• ** Chalmers declines to consider all offers of further announcement publishing or other types of support for the recruiting process in connection with this position. ***
Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg conducts research and education in technology and natural sciences at a high international level. The university has 3100 employees and 10,000 students, and offers education in engineering, science, shipping and architecture. With scientific excellence as a basis, Chalmers promotes knowledge and technical solutions for a sustainable world. Through global commitment and entrepreneurship, we foster an innovative spirit, in close collaboration with wider society.
Chalmers was founded in 1829 and has the same motto today as it did then: Avancez - forward.
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