Research Assistant in Medical Technology

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The Department of Materials Science aims to be an environment for successful and valuable research and education focused on materials science solutions to important societal challenges. Read more about us here About the Division The Division of Medical Technology is part of the Department of Materials Science at Ångström Laboratory. We conduct fundamental research on the development and evaluation of new materials in interaction with biological systems to understand the underlying principles. For us, it is equally important to study the impact of materials on biological processes as the impact of biological processes on materials. Our ambition is to create a dynamic teaching and research environment that is internationally recognized for its excellent ability to combine fundamental research with clinical applications. The position is located at the Division of Medical Technology in the interdisciplinary research group EMBLA, led by Professor Maria Tenje. The group conducts successful and internationally recognized research in organs-on-chip and droplet-based microfluidics in collaboration with research teams at several Swedish and international universities. Research funding has been obtained through several prestigious grants, including from the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation and the European Research Council (ERC). Project Description Together with our collaboration partner Dan I Andersson, a world-leading expert in bacteriology and antibiotic resistance, we have developed a droplet-based microfluidic system for rapid diagnosis of heteroresistance – a form of antibiotic resistance common in many bacterial species and antibiotic classes. We are now interested in exploring the possibilities for clinical implementation of the technology and are therefore seeking a person who can develop a fully integrated and user-friendly prototype for automated analysis. Main Responsibilities: The primary task in this position is to develop a user-friendly prototype for detecting heteroresistance (HR), adapted for use in a clinical environment. You will be responsible for the design, assembly, and characterization of the fully integrated prototype where the droplet-based HR detection analysis can be automated under carefully controlled conditions, such as stable temperature. The prototype hardware shall include simple sample handling, automated flow management, and an optical detection system. Furthermore, the prototype shall be equipped with a user-friendly graphical user interface (GUI) and an integrated image analysis platform, so that even personnel without specialized training can use the system and interpret the analysis results. Qualification Requirements: Master's or Civil Engineer degree/education in technical physics, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, materials science, or equivalent education in a related field. We also require documented knowledge and experience in: development of experimental platforms for microfluidic systems management of interfaces between chip and external environment for fluidics and electronics microscopy and/or optics for data collection and analysis software for control of experimental equipment, such as LabView, MATLAB, or similar GUI design using, for example, Python, Figma, or similar Strong written and verbal skills in English Desirable/Meriting Experience Documented knowledge and experience in the following areas are meriting for the position: microfabrication and microsystems technology microbiology and antibiotic resistance medical technology basic understanding of regulatory processes and documentation About the Position The employment is fixed-term for 8 months. The position is 100%. Start date September 2026 or by agreement. Work location: Uppsala For information about the position, contact: Professor Maria Tenje ([email protected]) or Dr Sagar Agnihotri ([email protected]) Welcome to submit your application by August 12, 2026, UFV-PA 2026/1987 Read the full announcement and apply for the position via uu.se Open to Everyone We focus on your competence, not your other circumstances. We are open to adapting the role or workplace to your needs.The Department of Materials Science aims to be an environment for successful and valuable research and education focused on materials science solutions to important societal challenges. Read more about us here About the Division The Division of Medical Technology is part of the Department of Materials Science at Ångström Laboratory. We conduct fundamental research on the development and evaluation of new materials in interaction with biological systems to understand the underlying principles. For us, it is equally important to study the impact of materials on biological processes as the…

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17. 6. 2026

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