Department of Chemistry
Postdoc Position in Synthetic Organic Materials
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Do you enjoy making molecules and are you up for a synthetic challenge? Do you appreciate structural beauty and like to mingle art with science? Then apply and join us! Together, we will explore the properties and reactivity of nanographene π-radicals.
We are a diverse, international and friendly team exploring the magical world of graphene-based materials and learning how to tailor their properties and function through molecular design. Our projects are the interface of organic synthesis, materials science and supramolecular chemistry. You can find more information on our website.
Your responsibilities
In this fully funded, full-time project, you will design, synthesize and characterize open-shell molecular fragments of graphene, and investigate their properties and π-radical reactivity in order to develop new graphene-based materials.
Your profile
We look for a creative and ambitious candidate who has a strong passion for chemistry and research, is experienced in synthetic organic chemistry, is a team player, who helps and motivates others, has a humble and friendly personality and a sense of humor, and critically evaluates obtained scientific results. You have:
- completed (or soon to be completed) PhD degree in chemistry
- outstanding track record (excellent grades, graduation with honors, academic awards), experience with writing manuscripts and proposals, communication and presentation skills
- experience in a synthetic organic laboratory, including microscale work, work under air-free and moisture-free conditions, and experience with spectroscopic techniques (NMR, UV/Vis, etc.)
- experience in designing and planning complex synthetic sequences, and developing new concepts
- excellent English language skills (written and oral), German language is a plus but not mandatory
- international mobility
What we offer
- work in an inspiring and caring environment
- state-of-the-art scientific infrastructure
- opportunity to attend conferences, coaching, networking
- diverse international team and room to grow
Start of employment
Employment start date: September 2024 (earlier/later possible), duration of employment: 1 year (possible extension).
We look forward to receiving your application until latest May 1, 2024 as a single PDF file including the following documents: a cover letter stating your motivation for this position, a research summary of past accomplishments, CV (resumé), and the names and contact details of 2 referees (please no reference letters!). Incomplete applications and applications that are not submitted as a single PDF file will not be considered.
Please apply via our job portal http://www.jobs.uzh.ch.