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PhD Candidate in Organic Chemistry and/or Polymer Chemistry on the Programmable Polymers Research Team

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23 May 2024

Job Information

Organisation/Company
Wrocław University of Science and Technology
Department
The Programmable Polymers Laboratory
Research Field
Chemistry » Organic chemistry
Researcher Profile
First Stage Researcher (R1)
Country
Poland
Application Deadline
Type of Contract
Temporary
Job Status
Full-time
Hours Per Week
40
Offer Starting Date
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No

Offer Description

We invite applications for a PhD candidate to join the Programmable Polymers Research Team led by Dr. hab. inż. Róża Szweda, Prof. AMU.

Project Description:

Nowadays, the progress in polymer synthesis enables full control of monomer sequences with biological precision. However, to enable their practical use a sustainable and highly efficient approach has to be developed. It is expected that sequence-defined macromolecules can be designed to fold into particular 3D structures by a selection of the proper monomer alphabet, as it is observed for natural macromolecules. Yet, very little is known about single chain folding of non-natural macromolecules with defined primary structure and their assembly into complex supramolecular structures has not been investigated, so far. The project aims to obtain knowledge on sequence-regulated, hierarchical polymer selfassembly, which is required for creating synthetic materials with structural sophistication and complex function as represented by living matter.

For more details about our ongoing projects, please visit: https://szwedalab.com/projects/.

 

Where to apply

E-mail
szwedalab@gmail.com

Requirements

Research Field
Chemistry » Organic chemistry
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
  • Documented experience in preparative organic synthesis.
  • Knowledge of polymer chemistry is advantageous.
  • Hands-on experience in chromatographic methods (GC, HPLC, Flash).
  • Familiarity with basic spectroscopic methods for identifying organic compounds (NMR, FTIR, CD, UV-vis, Fluorescence).
  • Ability to design and perform organic compound syntheses.
  • Proficiency in preparing scientific publications and presenting research results.
  • Proficiency with computer programs such as Origin, Mendeley, and MNova.
Specific Requirements
  • Research-oriented attitude.
  • Fluent in spoken and written English (C1 level).
  • Personal skills: strong motivation for scientific work, ambition, creativity, goal-orientation, responsibility, ability to work independently as well as in a group, excellent communication, organization and time management skills, willingness to learn, analytical thinking, and critical problem-solving skills.
  • Interest in applying for the doctoral school at Wrocław University of Science and Technology is a requirement. More information about the recruitment process and required documents can be foundhttps://szd.pwr.edu.pl/rekrutacja
Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent
Research Field
Chemistry » Organic chemistry

Additional Information

Benefits
  • Assistance with qualifying for the doctoral schools of Wrocław University of Science and Technology
  • Scholarship for 48 months:
    • Stipend before mid-term evaluation (1st and 2nd year): 3,466.90 PLN/month.
    • Stipend after mid-term evaluation (3rd and 4th year): 5,340.90 PLN/month.
  • Opportunity for additional compensation as part of our team's research projects (negotiable).
  • Access to dormitory for PhD students.
  • Career development opportunities:
    • Work in a dynamic team.
    • Access to research infrastructure.
    • Professional development in the field of organic chemistry and polymer chemistry.
    • Possibility for further professional growth.
Eligibility criteria
  • Scientific curriculum vitae, including a list of scientific achievements (scholarships, publications, conference presentations, etc.).
  • Motivation letter.
  • Contact information of two potential references.
  • Diplomas or certificates issued by universities confirming education and degrees held;.
  • Along with the required documents, please submit (or send a scan) a signed consent to the processing of personal data :“I give my permission for the processing of my personal data included in the submitted documents for the purposes of the recruitment process for the Wrocław University of Science and Technology, Programmable Polymers Laboratory, Wybrzeże Stanisława Wyspiańskiego 27; 50-370 Wrocław, carried out presently or in the future, according to personal data protection law (GDPR). This permission for the processing of my personal data includes the processing of these data in the future, provided that the purpose of the processing remains the same. I hereby acknowledge that the disclosure of my personal data is voluntary, and that I have been informed of the right to access my personal data and to correct such data.
Selection process

Selected candidates will be invited to an interview remotely (online) via Skype, Microsoft Teams, etc.

 

 

Additional comments

Applications should be sent to the address szwedalab@gmail.com. In the title of the email, please enter "PHD Recruitment 3".

We eagerly anticipate your applications!

 

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Work Location(s)

Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Wrocław University of Science and Technology
Country
Poland
State/Province
Lower Silesia
City
Wrocław
Postal Code
50-370
Street
Wybrzeże Stanisława Wyspiańskiego 27

Contact

State/Province
Lower Silesia
City
Wrocław
Website
Street
Wybrzeże Stanisława Wyspiańskiego 27
Postal Code
50-370
E-Mail
szwedalab@gmail.com
Phone
+48 618291882

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