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Researcher in Physics (with focus on optical tweezers and automation of biophysics experiments)
Göteborgs universitetPublicerad: 2026-05-30
Ansök senast: 2026-06-19
Beskrivning
The University of Gothenburg tackles society's challenges with diverse knowledge. 58 000 students and 6800 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive study programmes attract researchers and students from around the world. With new knowledge and new perspectives, the University contributes to a better future.
The Department of Physics at the University of Gothenburg is located in the center of Gothenburg, with approximately 100 employees. The communication routes are good both nationally and internationally. The research focuses within the fields of Atom- and Molecular Physics, Condensed Matter Physics and Spintronics, and Complex Systems and Biophysics and is performed in an international environment with extensive national and international collaborations. The education programs at the Department include Bachelor- and Master programs in Physics, physics teacher-training programs, as well as outreach courses in Physics aimed for the general public. Gothenburg Physics Centre is a close collaboration with three other departments within the Faculty of Science and Chalmers University of Technology, which creates an innovative environment for all researchers and students at the department. For further information about the Department of Physics, please visit our website at www.physics.gu.se/english. More information about Gothenburg Physics Centre can be found at www.chalmers.se/en/centres/gpc/Pages/default.aspx.
Information about research group:
The research will be carried out in the group at the University of Gothenburg led by Giovanni Volpe. The group focuses on soft and active matter, optical tweezers, statistical physics and machine learning.
Job assignments
We are looking for a Researcher at the Department of Physics at the University of Gothenburg. The applicant will work on constructing and developing smart optical tweezers and program these to perform experiments autonomously.
Eligibility
Eligible to be employed as a researcher is a person who has a Swedish doctoral degree or has a foreign degree that is deemed to correspond to a doctoral degree.
To apply, you should have a PhD degree, or equivalent, in physics or in related disciplines, and at least 2 years of post-doctoral experience.
Qualifications
We are looking for a talented and dedicated person who is eager to embark on a career in optical manipulation, with a focus on developing smart optical tweezers which can be used to autonomously manipulate micro and nano particles while simultaneously measuring the forces acting on these.
Previous experience of working in an optics laboratory with optical tweezers, machine learning, electronics and programming is required. A strong background in micro and nanomechanical force measurements, measurement electronics, experimental biophysics and automation is essential.
The candidate must be flexible and keen to work as part of a larger team, and also possess the ability to work independently, have good communication skills in both written and English.
Previous, documented experience with advanced measurement techniques and custom electronics are valuable assets, along with proficiency in designing, building and refining optical setups.
Assessment basis
In the assessment, special emphasis is placed on documented qualifications stated above.
Employment
Type of employment: Fixed-term employment, 12 months
Extent: 100 %
Location: Department of Physics, Gothenburg
First day of employment: 20 July 2026, or as agreed
Appointment procedure
Please apply online
The application shall include:
Cover letter with an explanation of why you apply for the position
CV including scientific publications
Copy of exam certificate
Two referees (name, telephone no, relation)
For further information regarding the position
Contact information name, title, phone number, email address
Giovanni Volpe, Professor, 031-786 9137, giovanni.volpe@physics.gu.se
Unions
Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg: http://www.gu.se/english/about_the_university/job-opportunities/union-representatives
How to apply
In order to apply for a position at the University of Gothenburg, you have to register an account in our online recruitment system. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the job advertisement, and that it is submitted before the deadline. The selection of candidates is made on the basis of the qualifications registered in the application.
Deadline for applications is: 2026-06-19.
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 Physics at the University of Gothenburg is located in the center of Gothenburg, with approximately 100 employees. The communication routes are good both nationally and internationally. The research focuses within the fields of Atom- and Molecular Physics, Condensed Matter Physics and Spintronics, and Complex Systems and Biophysics and is performed in an international environment with extensive national and international collaborations. The education programs at the Department include Bachelor- and Master programs in Physics, physics teacher-training programs, as well as outreach courses in Physics aimed for the general public. Gothenburg Physics Centre is a close collaboration with three other departments within the Faculty of Science and Chalmers University of Technology, which creates an innovative environment for all researchers and students at the department. For further information about the Department of Physics, please visit our website at www.physics.gu.se/english. More information about Gothenburg Physics Centre can be found at www.chalmers.se/en/centres/gpc/Pages/default.aspx.
Information about research group:
The research will be carried out in the group at the University of Gothenburg led by Giovanni Volpe. The group focuses on soft and active matter, optical tweezers, statistical physics and machine learning.
Job assignments
We are looking for a Researcher at the Department of Physics at the University of Gothenburg. The applicant will work on constructing and developing smart optical tweezers and program these to perform experiments autonomously.
Eligibility
Eligible to be employed as a researcher is a person who has a Swedish doctoral degree or has a foreign degree that is deemed to correspond to a doctoral degree.
To apply, you should have a PhD degree, or equivalent, in physics or in related disciplines, and at least 2 years of post-doctoral experience.
Qualifications
We are looking for a talented and dedicated person who is eager to embark on a career in optical manipulation, with a focus on developing smart optical tweezers which can be used to autonomously manipulate micro and nano particles while simultaneously measuring the forces acting on these.
Previous experience of working in an optics laboratory with optical tweezers, machine learning, electronics and programming is required. A strong background in micro and nanomechanical force measurements, measurement electronics, experimental biophysics and automation is essential.
The candidate must be flexible and keen to work as part of a larger team, and also possess the ability to work independently, have good communication skills in both written and English.
Previous, documented experience with advanced measurement techniques and custom electronics are valuable assets, along with proficiency in designing, building and refining optical setups.
Assessment basis
In the assessment, special emphasis is placed on documented qualifications stated above.
Employment
Type of employment: Fixed-term employment, 12 months
Extent: 100 %
Location: Department of Physics, Gothenburg
First day of employment: 20 July 2026, or as agreed
Appointment procedure
Please apply online
The application shall include:
Cover letter with an explanation of why you apply for the position
CV including scientific publications
Copy of exam certificate
Two referees (name, telephone no, relation)
For further information regarding the position
Contact information name, title, phone number, email address
Giovanni Volpe, Professor, 031-786 9137, giovanni.volpe@physics.gu.se
Unions
Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg: http://www.gu.se/english/about_the_university/job-opportunities/union-representatives
How to apply
In order to apply for a position at the University of Gothenburg, you have to register an account in our online recruitment system. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the job advertisement, and that it is submitted before the deadline. The selection of candidates is made on the basis of the qualifications registered in the application.
Deadline for applications is: 2026-06-19.
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.
