PhD Student Position in Synthetic Organic Materials
University of Zurich
University of Zurich Irchel, Winterthurerstrasse 190, Zürich, Switzerland
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) Master's degree in chemistry (MSc or equivalent)
- outstanding track record (excellent grades, graduation with honors, summa cum laude, or equivalent, academic awards at the university level)
- 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
- excellent English language skills (written and oral), German language is a plus but not mandatory
- experience with studying abroad (e.g., Erasmus, etc.) is welcome
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
Il y a plus de 30 jours