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Prof. Dr. Philippe LECLERE
University of Mons (UMONS)
Laboratory for Physics of Nanomaterials & Energy - LPNE
Research Institute for Materials Science and Engineering
Place du Parc, 20, B - 7000 Mons, Belgium
Tel: +32(0)65 37 38 68
eMail: philippe.leclere@umons.ac.be
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Institut Néel
Grenoble, France
Junior Professorship position
Announcement date: 02 June 2025Description
Institut Néel is therefore looking for an excellent and motivated candidate to strengthen the research activity on advanced characterization by TEM.
The deadline for the application will be 14th of July.
Requirements
The requested experience is about 3 - 8 years after PhD.
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Martien den Hertog, Holger Klein, Stephanie Kodjikian, Christophe Lepoittevin
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Spanish National Infrastructure for Electron Microscopy (ELECMI)
Zaragoza, Spain
https://inma.unizar-csic.es Postdoctoral position
Announcement date: 28 May 2025Description
This GREENE postdoctoral position @ INMA (Zaragoza, Spain) will focus on the atomic scale and magnetic characterization of Nd-Fe-B at different length-scales (single crystals, micro and nano- sized grains) and the newly designed grain boundaries by advanced aberration-corrected (S)TEM techniques and local magnetic characterization by electron holography and DPC imaging. This work will be performed at the electron microscopy facilities of the Spanish National Infrastructure for Electron Microscopy (ELECMI) of the Laboratory of Advanced Microscopy (LMA) at INMA (https://lma.unizar.es/), which is equipped with two aberration-corrected TEMs: a 2025-upgraded double-corrected Titan Cube and a probe-corrected Titan 60-300, equipped with the most advanced imaging and spectroscopic tools for structural, chemical and magnetic analysis.
Deadline: 30th June 2025
Requirements
PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Nanoscience, Nanotechnology or related.
Fluent in English with good writing skills.
Experienced researcher in advanced (S)TEM, preferably in (Nano)magnetism.
Scripting/programming skills (python, MATLAB…) will be highly valued.More information
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- César Magén
- cmagend@unizar.es
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Medical University of Vienna, Department of Pathology
Vienna, Austria
Full-time technician
Announcement date: 27 May 2025Description
The Medical University of Vienna is seeking candidates for the position of a full-time technician at the Department of Pathology, ideally starting June 16, 2025 (fixed-term until June 30, 2026 with the option of extension).
MedUni Vienna's Department of Pathology provides state-of-the-art diagnostics and forms an extremely reliable and indicative basis for clinical treatment, especially in the case of rapidly developing personalized medicine. The Department's scientific activities focus primarily on understanding the causes of diseases.
Experienced specialists from all fields of clinical medicine work at the Department of Pathology. The scientific performance of the Department can be seen on the international stage, making it one of the most renowned pathology departments in Europe. And last but not least, through its now somewhat forgotten function of performing post-mortem examinations, the Department of Pathology makes a key contribution to Quality Assurance in all areas of clinical medicine.
Please send us your complete application documents, consisting of CV, covering letter and, if applicable, references and certificates as proof of the desired qualifications.
Indicate the reference number: 330/25 in the subject line and send the documents by 11 June 2025.
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- Degree from a higher technical college (HTL) specialising in electrical engineering or mechanical engineering or comparable qualifications or discipline-related practical experience
- Experience with technical aspects of electron microscopy and sound knowledge of electronics
- Experience with technical aspects of electron microscopy
- Sound knowledge of electronics
- Very good computer skills
- Very good written and spoken German and English
- Very good communication and teamwork skills
- High level of service orientation and
- Willingness to work independently
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Groningen University
Groningen, Netherlands
PhD Positions in STED Super-resolution microscopy
Announcement date: 27 May 2025Description
We have 2 experimental biophysics PhD positions available. The first position is part of a large, broad consortium: Evolve. In this project we will study cell division with STED microscopy in a range of organisms, including archaea, to reveal early cellular mechanisms. The second project is also part of a consortium. This PhD project we will study how disordered proteins ensure highly selective transport in nuclear pore complexes and peroxisomes, using STED Super resolution microscopy in (living) human and yeast cells. For both projects, among others, you will be expected to develop protocols for optimal labelling for STED; develop image analysis algorithms using Python, and investigate minimal impact imaging protocols.
Deadline for application 15th of June
Requirements
MSc in Physics, (nano) Biology or a related discipline. Experience with light microscopy is an advantage. Affinity for wet-lab work, and experience in general programming (Python) and optics are desirable.
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- Rifka Vlijm
- r.vlijm@rug.nl
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Institute of Parasitology and Biomedicine López Neyra - Spanish National Research Council (CSIC)
Granada, Spain
PhD fellowship in bone mineralization and electron microscopy
Announcement date: 23 May 2025Description
Start date: 1 September 2025
Application deadline: 15 June 2025Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a solid background in biology, (bio)chemistry, biotechnology, materials science and/or electron microscopy, with a Master degree in a relevant discipline.
Candidates should be fluent in oral and written English and possess good quantitative analytical skills. Ability to work independently, and a serious commitment to research will be an asset.More information
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Dr. Elena Macías-Sánchez (elena.macias@ipb.csic.es)
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Laboratory of Mechanics of Paris-Saclay (LMPS)
Paris, France
Postdoctoral researcher in advanced STEM characterization
Announcement date: 22 May 2025Description
The LMPS laboratory and the team MILA is looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral candidate specialized in transmission electron microscopy techniques. He/she will explore the structure and local chemistry of interfaces in two systems: thin multi-layer STO/PTO prepared by PLD (for negative capacitance) and PMMA/SiO2 nanoparticles. Different TEM-based techniques will be used to characterize interfaces with a focus on EELS and EDS techniques. In-situ TEM experiments will be developed to probe the dependence of materials in temperature, under electric field and/or mechanical loading.
Start as soon as possible.
Requirements
Strong skills in STEM-based relative techniques
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Institut Néel - Transmission Electron Microscopes (TEM)
Grenoble, France
Junior Professorship in “Perspectives in electron microscopy for advanced characterization of innovative materials”
Announcement date: 19 May 2025Description
CNRS has is expected to open a Junior Professorship position, in the first semester of 2025. The position is in competition between 4 laboratories which have recently acquired state of the art Transmission Electron Microscopes (TEM), including Institut Néel. Institut Néel is therefore looking for an excellent and motivated candidate to strengthen the research activity on advanced
characterization by TEM.Deadline for the application will be 14th of July
Requirements
A Ph.D. and professional experience in transmission electron microscopy in material science, a solid publication record, ability to become a research group leader.
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Jean-Philippe Poizat, department director, (jean-philippe.poizat@neel.cnrs.fr)
Martien den Hertog (martien.den-hertog@neel.cnrs.fr)
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Ernst Ruska-Centre for Microscopy and Spectroscopy with Electrons (ER-C) at Research Centre Juelich
Netherlands
PhD student position
Announcement date: 13 May 2025Description
Thesis subject: Cross-scale chemical imaging of soft matter using correlative mass spectrometry and electron spectroscopy.
Deadline for applications:24/06/2025
Requirements
- • A background in electron microscopy and spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, image analysis is desirable, and knowledge of programming, artificial intelligence, soft matter, structural and cellular biology would be an advantage.
• Degree allowing enrolment for a PhD (such as MSc, Master 2 de Recherche, Laurea or equivalent) in chemistry, materials science, physics or a closely related science. However minimum degree level may vary between universities.
• Proficiency in English (A proof of upper-intermediate B2 level must be included in the application. Applicants originating from native-English-speaking countries can apply without the need for proof of level. An official degree conducted in English will be also accepted as a proof). If the applicant is unable to provide proof, an English test (free of charge) will be requested.
• Compliance with the Marie Sklodowska-Curie mobility rule: candidates may not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the host institute’s country for more than twelve months in the three years immediately before the date of recruitment.
• All researchers recruited must be doctoral candidates, i.e. not already working towards or in possession of a doctoral degree at the date of the recruitment.
• Candidates must satisfy the conditions for enrolment in a doctoral programme.
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Dr. Anjusha Mathew (email: anjusha.mathew@maastrichtuniversity.nl)
Penghan Lu (email: p.lu@fz-juelich.de)
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Forschungszentrum Juelich - Ernst Ruska-Centre for Microscopy and Spectroscopy with Electrons
Juelich, Germany
PhD student studying cross-scale correlative chemical imaging of soft matter
Announcement date: 29 April 2025 - Deadline for application: 24 June 2025Description
A joint PhD student position on cross-scale chemical imaging of soft matter using correlative mass spectrometry and electron spectroscopy, hosted between Ernst Ruska-Centre, Forschungszentrum Juelich, and M4i, Maastrict University, funded by Nextstep Doctoral Programme http://www.nextstep-programme.eu/. More details can be found https://esrf.gestmax.eu/1888/1/phd-student-at-fzj-studying-cross-scale-correlative-chemical-imaging-of-soft-matter/en_US.
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Penghan Lu
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Stockholm University
Stockholm, Sweden
Postdoctoral Fellow in Transmission Electron Microscopy
Announcement date: 28 April 2025Description
We are looking for a postdoctor to work within a project exploring the structures of plant-based metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) using advanced transmission electron microscopy and electron diffraction techniques. Bio-based MOF adsorbents, e.g. made from plant-derived linker molecules, have shown selective properties, e.g. for the removal of water contaminants....
Requirements
Postdoctoral positions are appointed primarily for purposes of research. Applicants are expected to hold a Swedish doctoral degree or an equivalent degree from another country.
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Tom Willhammar, tom.willhammar@su.se.
Prof. Niklas Hedin, niklas.hedin@su.se.
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CEMES
Toulouse, France
3 year phD thesis for the ANR DisMecHTRA project
Announcement date: 28 April 2025 - Deadline for application: 01 October 2025Description
"Quantitative study of dislocation dynamics in refractory concentrated solid solutions using in situ transmission electron microscopy"
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F. Mompiou (mompiou@cemes.fr)
JP Couzinié (jean-philippe.couzinie@cnrs.fr)
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University of Glasgow
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Focused Ion Beam / Scanning Electron Microscope Specialist
Announcement date: 14 April 2025Description
To provide comprehensive management and senior technical leadership to Focused Ion Beam / Scanning Electron Microscope (FIB/SEM) users on behalf of the Materials & Condensed Matter Physics research group and Kelvin Nanocharacterisation Centre. Provide specialist technical expertise in operation of FIB/SEM instrumentation, particularly FIB sample preparation for Transmission Electron Microscopy and Atom Probe Tomography and be responsible for the planning and safe operation of specialist resources to optimise outputs in line with the MCMP group and CoSE Instrumentation Services strategy.
Requirements
A1 Ability to demonstrate the competencies required to undertake the duties associated with this level of post having acquired the necessary knowledge and skills in a similar role. OR: Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 9 [Ordinary Degree, Scottish Vocational Qualification level 4] or equivalent, (including professional accreditation with relevant formal training), and experience of personal development in a similar role.
C1 Significant breadth or depth of specialist technical knowledge ideally recognised as an expert in the FIB/SEM discipline.
C2 Demonstrable knowledge of relevant legislative requirements applicable to the role, including but not limited to Health and Safety.
C3 Significant IT skills, including proficient user of relevant specialist or bespoke software packages.
C4 Significant analytical and problem-solving capability, including high degree of accuracy and attention to detail when dealing with complex and/or high-volume datasets
C5 Proven interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to understand, conceptualise and interpret complex technical requirements of a research/teaching group and adapt own style to meet the needs of others.
C6 Excellent teamworking and people management skills, with ability to collaborate with multiple internal and external stakeholders for effective project management.
C7 Ability to plan and prioritise a technical service to meet long term strategic objectives, whilst delivering a day-to-day service.
E1 Significant relevant work experience within a similar research/teaching services environment, including evidence of previous outputs and professional development.
E2 Experience of contributing to the development of a research/teaching services strategy, planning resource allocation and achieving high-quality research/teaching outputs.
E3 Experience of managing high value budgets, including knowledge of procurement and tendering processes to inform decision making, approving spends and monitoring expenditure on behalf of others.
E4 Experience of preparing analysis and presentation of data to publication standard.
E5 Experience of operating independently in progressing and delivering research/teaching goals within set timescales.
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- Donald MacLaren
- donald.maclaren@glasgow.ac.uk
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CNRS, Institut de Physique et Chimie des Matériaux
Strasbourg, France
Junior Professor Position in Electron Microscopy
Announcement date: 11 April 2025Description
The Institut de Physique et Chimie des Matériaux de Strasbourg (IPCMS) is searching candidates for a Junior Professor position (chaire professeur junior) of the Centre National de Recherche Scientifique (CNRS). It will be a tenure track leading to a permanent Research Director position after a successful period of 3-6 years. The research field should be in time-resolved TEM with focus on ultrafast TEM, in-situ and environmental techniques. The candidate should elaborate his/her own scientific project and develop new research topics to widen the activities of the team.
Requirements
- PhD in physics, chemistry, materials science or a related discipline.
- Several years of postdoc or researcher experience with a strong focus on electron microscopy.
- A good publication record in electron microscopy.
- Extensive experience in transmission electron microscopy, ideally with focus on in-situ and time-resolved techniques. Experience in ultrafast TEM would be advantageous (but is not mandatory).
- Ability to develop new research projects, leading a group and supervising PhD students, postdocs and technicians.
- Teaching skills are desirable but not mandatory.
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Administration of the IPCMS (direction@ipcms.unistra.fr)
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Cipitria Lab
Berlin, Germany
Postdoctoral researcher on advanced 3D imaging
Announcement date: 04 April 2025Description
The Cipitria Lab – Bioengineering in Regeneration and Cancer at Biogipuzkoa Health Research Institute, San Sebastián-Donostia, Spain (https://cipitrialab.com) is looking for a postdoctoral researcher. In our group, we aim to understand how biophysical and biochemical properties of native extracellular matrix and synthetic biomaterials guide cell response in regeneration, cancer dormancy and bone metastasis. Biogipuzkoa is located within the structure University Hospital Donostia-Onkologikoa.
Requirements
-PhD in Bioengineering, Biophysics, Biology, Biomedical Eng, Computer Science or similar
-Previous experience on advanced 3D imaging, in particular with LSFM
-Previous experience in the biomedical field, cell biology or cancer biology labs will be an asset
-Excellent ability to conduct experiments independently and collaboratively within our group
-Collaborative mindset and motivation to work in an international and interdisciplinary environment
-Strong organization skills, project management and proactive “getting things done” mentality
-Interest to learn and grow professionally in a young, dynamic and competitive lab
-Have a genuine excitement for science, innovation and creative thinking!
-Good written and oral communication skills in English (Spanish is not required)
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amaia.cipitriasagardia@bio-gipuzkoa.eus
rrhh@bio-gipuzkoa.eus,
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INM - Leibniz-Institut für Neue Materialien gGmbH
Saarbrücken, Germany
Electron Microscopy Facility Manager
Announcement date: 02 April 2025Description
We are looking for senior candidates that can run the electron microscopy facility immediately or after a short orientation phase as well as postdoctoral researchers aiming to develop career profile as science support staff are welcome to apply.
The Core Facility Electron Microscopy is integrated within the Research Department Innovative Electron Microscopy and provides electron microscopy service to the whole institute.
Requirements
- PhD in materials sciences, physics, chemistry or a related discipline, with a strong focus on electron microscopy.
- A proven experience in scanning/transmission electron microscopy and related spectroscopy techniques applied to functional materials. Additional experience in advance STEM-related techniques and/or cryogenic SEM/TEM in application to electron beam sensitive materials and/or biological samples, would be advantageous.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects with internal and external partners.
- Fluency in English and ideally in German
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Prof. Dr. Aránzazu del Campo (aranzazu.delcampo@leibniz-inm.de )