Free Education for PhD in Applied Environmental Science at Stockholm University, Sweden

Ref.nr SU 617-0818-08 at the Department of Applied Environmental Science (ITM), Stockholm University

Engineered nanoparticles, defined as having at least one dimension ≤100 nm, have attracted a great deal of interest during recent years, due to their many technologically interesting properties. The unique properties of engineered nanoparticles and their applications have given birth to immense technological and economic expectations for industries using them. Possible toxicological effects due to occupational exposure to engineered nanoparticles are presently investigated throughout the industrialized world. In order to enable occupational exposure assessments, personal monitors for nanoparticles need to be developed. This PhD project aims at developing a device that emulates the deposition of particles in the gas-exchange region and the nose of the human respiratory tract. This project will be part of a broad European project focussed on development of portable and easy-to-use monitors for nanoparticles in workplace air. Further involvement in health effect studies is anticipated.

ITM offers an excellent environment for graduate training in environmental research. The wide spectrum of scientific expertise ranging from atmospheric science through aquatic chemistry and biogeochemistry to ecotoxicology builds a fertile basis for a thriving culture of interdisciplinary exchange and cooperation. Outstanding analytical capabilities, extensive laboratory and experimental facilities, and modern mathematical modelling tools provide the methodological prerequisites for working at the cutting edge of environmental research. With our large staff of experienced scientists, we offer close personal supervision and a wealth of experience to our students. Our extensive network of national and international collaborators opens doors to other perspectives and opportunities.

We are looking for a person with a bachelor degree in technology or (natural) science (physics/chemistry or similar). Previous experience in the measurement of airborne submicron particles is an advantage.

The doctoral program consists of four years of full-time study. This can be extended by a maximum of 25 % if the student undertakes teaching, other research, or administration. Payment is according to the Swedish “utbildningsbidrag” or “doktorandstjänst”.

Your application should include your CV, a list of courses taken, a copy of your university degree and school diploma, a summary/abstract (max one page) of your degree work and a cover letter outlining your qualifications for this position.

For further information, contact docent Göran Lidén 08 - 674 7641, goran.liden@itm.su.se or Professor Hans-Christen Hansson 08 - 674 7290, hc@itm.su.se.

Send the application to
Stockholm university
Registrar/PA
Position Nr. 617-0818-08
S–106 91 Stockholm
Fax: +46 8 16 3866

Last day of application: 2008-05-02 (2nd May 2008). Applications submitted by fax or email must be followed immediately by a signed letter of application.

Trade union representatives:
SACO – Bo Ekengren – 08 - 162000
ST – Lisbeth Häggberg – 08 - 162000
SECO – Gunnar Stenberg – 070 - 3164341

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