Postdoc position in polymer design for vat photopolymerization — EPFL
- Location
- Neuchâtel
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
- 50 days ago
Full description
Mission
We are offering a full-time (100%) postdoc position at the Laboratory for the Chemistry of Materials and Manufacturing (ALCHEMY) at EPFL Neuchatel. At EPFL ALCHEMY, we are focused on developing accessible chemistries and processing strategies that can enable the fabrication of a wide variety of advanced functional materials and devices.
We are seeking a candidate with experience either in a) the development of (macro)monomers for the synthesis of microstructured polymers or b) the development of novel photopolymerization/photocrosslinking strategies.
Main duties and responsibilities
As a postdoc, you will be expected to
- Have full responsibility for your own research
- Provide mentorship on chemical synthesis and characterization
- Research in close collaboration with other lab members and international collaborators
- Experiment design and execution
- Analyze and interpret experimental results
- Write scientific articles for publication in peer-reviewed journals
- Present at international conferences
Profile
- A PhD degree in the fields of chemistry or polymer science. Materials science is possible if the candidate has the required experience listed below
- Experience with small molecule synthesis and characterization is required
- Experience with polymer characterization is required
- At least 2 peer-reviewed scientific articles
- Excellent comunication skills in English
We offer
- A 1-year fixed-term contract (CDD), renewable.
- Competitive remuneration
- International collaboration and visiting opportunities
- A world-class research and training environment with access to state-of-the-art research facilities
Informations
Only applications submitted through the online platform are considered . Please apply by uploading a single PDF file that contains the following:
- Cover/Motivation Letter that discuss your fit for the position (1 page).
- Detailed CV
- A research statement that discusses two novel small molecules and/or polymers that you have synthesized and characterized (3 pages maximum)
- Names and contact information of at least 2 references willing to write recommendation letters for you
For any further information, please contact: [email protected]
Contract Start Date : 01/15/2027
Activity Rate : 100.00
Contract Type: CDD
Duration: 1 year, renewable
Reference: 2454
Questions about this listing
What salary does EPFL offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Neuchâtel is CHF 60'500 - 91'500 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by EPFL. The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does EPFL offer?
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Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Neuchâtel?
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