Postdoctoral Position in Biomedical Engineering

Lund University

Department of Biomedical Engineering
Reference number: PA2025/2717
Application deadline: 14 November 2025

About Lund University

Founded in 1666, Lund University is consistently ranked among the world’s top universities. With around 47,000 students and 8,800 staff across Lund, Helsingborg, and Malmö, we are united in our mission to understand, explain, and improve our world and the human condition.

Lund University values diversity and gender equality and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

Workplace Description

The Biomedical Engineering Department hosts a highly recognized research group in acoustofluidics, known for pioneering experimental studies on acoustic forces acting on microparticles in microchannels.

Our research bridges engineering and medicine, collaborating closely with Lund University’s Medical Faculty to develop innovative technologies for sorting, manipulating, and analyzing cells and extracellular vesicles. Research activities are conducted both at the Faculty of Engineering (LTH) and the Biomedical Centre.

Learn more about our research: bme.lth.se

Subject Description

The postdoctoral position focuses on biomedical engineering with emphasis on acoustofluidics, liquid chromatography, and nanoparticle manipulation.

Special focus will be on developing microfluidic systems that integrate acoustofluidic chromatography and acoustic enrichment (trapping) of submicron biological particles, particularly extracellular vesicles.

Work Duties

The main responsibility of the postdoctoral fellow is to conduct independent research. Up to 20% teaching may be included. The position also offers three weeks of training in higher education teaching and learning.

Specific duties include:

• Conducting research in acoustofluidics and liquid chromatography
• Publishing results in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at international conferences
• Supervising degree projects and doctoral students
• Actively seeking external research funding
• Collaborating with industry partners and academic groups
• Performing administrative tasks related to the above

The overarching goal of the position is to develop research independence and advance academic career progression.

Qualification Requirements

To be eligible for appointment, the applicant must have:

• A PhD (or equivalent international degree) in biomedical engineering or a closely related field, awarded within the last three years (exceptions may apply for special circumstances).
• Proven experience in analytical methods based on liquid chromatography and understanding of its fundamental principles.
• Experience with surface modification of chromatographic matrices.
• Experience in bioanalytical methods for protein analysis.
• Experience analyzing nanoparticles and/or extracellular vesicles.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Demonstrated pedagogical and communication abilities.

Assessment Criteria

The position is a career development opportunity primarily focused on research. Assessment will emphasize the applicant’s research qualifications and potential.

Key criteria:

• Proven ability to conduct high-quality, independent research.
• Demonstrated teaching skills and interest in pedagogy.

Additional qualifications (highly desirable):

• Experience in acoustofluidics and lab-on-a-chip technology.
• Experience in design and manufacturing of acoustofluidic systems.
• Skills in acoustic and fluid dynamics modeling for particle trajectories in microfluidic systems.
• Experience with acoustic enrichment/trapping of nanoparticles or extracellular vesicles.
• Teaching experience at university level.

Consideration will also be given to how the applicant’s expertise complements and strengthens ongoing research and contributes to the department’s future development.

Terms of Employment

• Type: Fixed-term postdoctoral position (2 years)
• Extent: Full-time (100%)
• Start date: As soon as possible or as agreed
• Location: Lund, Sweden
• Salary: Monthly salary (individual agreement)

Employment is governed by the Swedish agreement “Avtal om tidsbegränsad anställning som postdoktor” (Agreement on fixed-term employment as a postdoctoral fellow).

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted via Lund University’s recruitment system and include:

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
2. Personal statement describing your motivation and qualifications for the position
3. Degree certificate(s) and relevant transcripts
4. Contact details for referees
5. Optional: letters of recommendation and other supporting documents

Do not include full-length scientific publications at this stage.

Contact Information

For further information:
Prof. Thomas Laurell
Department of Biomedical Engineering
Email: thomas.laurell@bme.lth.se

Union representatives:

• OFR/ST: +46 46 222 93 62, st@st.lu.se
• SACO: kansli@saco-s.lu.se
• SEKO: +46 46 222 93 66, sekocivil@seko.lu.se

About LTH – Faculty of Engineering

At LTH, we educate, build knowledge for the future, and contribute to societal development. With nearly 10,000 students, LTH is a vibrant hub for world-leading research and innovation. Our researchers publish around 100 theses and 2,000 scientific papers annually, many of which lead to real-world innovations.

Together, we explore and create – to benefit the world.

Published: 6 October 2025
Last application date: 14 November 2025