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The Department of Biomaterials has an internationally leading position in the field of integration of implants and prostheses in hard and soft tissues. Novel, sustainable clinical implant solutions require a fundamental knowledge of the mechanisms which determine successful implant-tissue interfaces and functional performance. Research is performed in interdisciplinary collaboration with national and international universities and companies, including clinical colleagues and material scientists.
The department seeks a Associate Researcher to support a collaborative project between the University of Gothenburg and Université Laval (Canada) investigating the biological effects of biodegradable magnesium implants. The research group has demonstrated that the degradation of magnesium implants in tissues influence inflammation, mechanically-driven signals and tissue regeneration. This project will use in vitro cell culture models to study how gas bubbles released during magnesium degradation influence the behaviour of inflammatory cells and mesenchymal stromal cells.
Duties
The Associate Researcher will support ongoing research activities related to cell culture and in vitro degradation studies of biodegradable magnesium-based materials. The work includes assisting with laboratory experiments, carrying out basic analytical procedures under supervision, and contributing to data collection, documentation, and other routine laboratory tasks. The position offers practical research experience in a collaborative academic environment, and all necessary training will be provided.
Qualifications
Applicants should have a background in biomaterials, materials science, biomedical engineering, or a related field. A demonstrated interest in biodegradable magnesium and biomaterials research is required. The successful candidate should be able to work carefully both independently and as part of a team, and have good written and spoken communication skills in English. Previous laboratory experience or research on magnesium implants is considered an advantage but is not required, as full training will be provided.
Employment
The employment is temporary until 2026-08-31, full-time (100%), and placed at the Institute of Clinical Sciences, Department of Biomaterials.
Contact information for the post
If you have any questions about the position, please contact Postdoctoral fellow Heithem Ben Amara; phone: +46 732 64 58 83, e-mail: heithem.ben.amara@biomaterials.gu.se or Professor Anders Palmquist; phone: +46 768 97 90 58, e-mail: anders.palmquist@biomaterials.gu.se
Unions
Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/en/work-at-the-university-of-gothenburg/how-to-apply-for-a-position#collective-agreement-and-union-representatives
Application
To apply for a position at the University of Gothenburg, you have to create an account in our recruitment system. Submit your application via the University of Gothenburg's recruitment portal by clicking the "Apply" button. It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per the vacancy notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline.
Applications must be received by:2026-06-11
The University works actively to achieve a working environment with equal conditions, and values the qualities that diversity brings to its operations.
Salaries are set individually at the University.
In accordance with the National Archives of Sweden's regulations, the University must archive application documents for two years after the appointment is filled. If you request that your documents are returned, they will be returned to you once the two years have passed. Otherwise, they will be destroyed.
In connection to this recruitment, we have already decided which recruitment channels we should use. We therefore decline further contact with vendors, recruitment and staffing companies.
The Department of Biomaterials has an internationally leading position in the field of integration of implants and prostheses in hard and soft tissues. Novel, sustainable clinical implant solutions require a fundamental knowledge of the mechanisms which determine successful implant-tissue interfaces and functional performance. Research is performed in interdisciplinary collaboration with national and international universities and companies, including clinical colleagues and material scientists.
The department seeks a Associate Researcher to support a collaborative project between the University of Gothenburg and Université Laval (Canada) investigating the biological effects of biodegradable magnesium implants. The research group has demonstrated that the degradation of magnesium implants in tissues influence inflammation, mechanically-driven signals and tissue regeneration. This project will use in vitro cell culture models to study how gas bubbles released during magnesium degradation influence the behaviour of inflammatory cells and mesenchymal stromal cells.
Duties
The Associate Researcher will support ongoing research activities related to cell culture and in vitro degradation studies of biodegradable magnesium-based materials. The work includes assisting with laboratory experiments, carrying out basic analytical procedures under supervision, and contributing to data collection, documentation, and other routine laboratory tasks. The position offers practical research experience in a collaborative academic environment, and all necessary training will be provided.
Qualifications
Applicants should have a background in biomaterials, materials science, biomedical engineering, or a related field. A demonstrated interest in biodegradable magnesium and biomaterials research is required. The successful candidate should be able to work carefully both independently and as part of a team, and have good written and spoken communication skills in English. Previous laboratory experience or research on magnesium implants is considered an advantage but is not required, as full training will be provided.
Employment
The employment is temporary until 2026-08-31, full-time (100%), and placed at the Institute of Clinical Sciences, Department of Biomaterials.
Contact information for the post
If you have any questions about the position, please contact Postdoctoral fellow Heithem Ben Amara; phone: +46 732 64 58 83, e-mail: heithem.ben.amara@biomaterials.gu.se or Professor Anders Palmquist; phone: +46 768 97 90 58, e-mail: anders.palmquist@biomaterials.gu.se
Unions
Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/en/work-at-the-university-of-gothenburg/how-to-apply-for-a-position#collective-agreement-and-union-representatives
Application
To apply for a position at the University of Gothenburg, you have to create an account in our recruitment system. Submit your application via the University of Gothenburg's recruitment portal by clicking the "Apply" button. It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per the vacancy notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline.
Applications must be received by:2026-06-11
The University works actively to achieve a working environment with equal conditions, and values the qualities that diversity brings to its operations.
Salaries are set individually at the University.
In accordance with the National Archives of Sweden's regulations, the University must archive application documents for two years after the appointment is filled. If you request that your documents are returned, they will be returned to you once the two years have passed. Otherwise, they will be destroyed.
In connection to this recruitment, we have already decided which recruitment channels we should use. We therefore decline further contact with vendors, recruitment and staffing companies.
