Ph.D. position in Organic Chemistry and Technology of Polymeric Materials

We are currently seeking Ph.D. candidates in the field of Macromolecular Chemistry, preferably with a strong background in Organic Chemistry. Prospective candidates should possess a Master's degree or its equivalent in the aforementioned fields. A prerequisite for the consideration of your application is a robust understanding of Polymer and Organic Chemistry, particularly in the modification of polysaccharides and their characterization. Previous experience in designing implantable biomaterials based on polymers would be highly valued.

Starting date: September 2024

Workplace: Department for Biomaterials Research, Polymer Institute of the Slovak Academy of Sciences, Bratislava

University:

Department of Organic Chemistry, FNS Comenius University in Bratislava (https://fns.uniba.sk/en/study/phd/in-english/)

or

Faculty of Chemical and Food Technology, the Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava (https://www.fchpt.stuba.sk/english/information-for-applicants.html?page…)

Proposed Ph.D. Topics:

Topic 1: Polymeric microspheres with enhanced stability and biocompatibility for encapsulation of pancreatic islets in diabetes treatment

Topic 2: Supramolecular polymeric hydrogels for 3D bioprinting and injectable therapeutics in cartilage tissue regeneration

Please, send your pre-selection application (CV, cover letter, and 2-page project on one of the Ph.D. thematic) before May 27, 2024, by email. Further information will be sent no later than May 30, 2024, to the pre-selected Ph.D. candidates for the preparation of the following admission phases. Feel free to contact us with any questions.