Postdoctoral Position In Synthesis Of Novel Poly(2-Oxazoline)S For Biomedical Applications

30 Oct 2023

Job Information

Organisation/Company

Charles University in Prague

Department

KFMCH

Research Field

Chemistry » Other

Technology » Nanotechnology

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Czech Republic

Application Deadline

30 Nov 2023 - 12:39 (Europe/Prague)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Offer Starting Date

1 Jan 2024

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

We offer a postdoctoral researcher position in the laboratory of Polymer Synthesis and Biomaterials (polymersynthesis.cz) , Department of Physical and Macromolecular Chemistry, Charles University in Prague, starting from January 2024 or later, based on mutual agreement. All research costs are fully covered. The salary is highly adequate to cover all living expenses in the Czech Republic.

Requirements:

Doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) in polymer chemistry, material science or similar; obtained within the last 5 years (2018 or later)

Strong background in polymer synthesis and characterization (NMR, SEC, HPLC, light scattering) supported by several publications. Experience in controlled ionic or radical polymerizations is highly beneficial.

Fluent in English (both oral and written)

We offer:

Participation in cutting-edge polymer chemistry research

Opportunity to gain expertise in novel synthetic techniques and biomedical sciences

International collaboration with high-profile laboratories (in Germany, France, Belgium, Japan, USA)

1-year contract (with possible extension)

Research topic:

Synthesis of novel poly(2-oxazoline)s as polymer therapeutics, diagnostics and antimicrobial agents.

Tasks:

The assignment includes research in the field of polymer chemistry, particularly the synthesis of novel poly(2-oxazoline)s by cationic ring- opening polymerization of functionalized 2-oxazoline monomers. The synthesized polymers will be tested as anticancer therapeutics, diagnostics and antimicrobial agents. The biological experiments will be performed in collaboration with specialized laboratories in Prague as well as abroad.

For questions do not hesitate to contact Ondrej Sedlacek ([email protected])

Applications including a cover letter, CV, copies of relevant diplomas/certificates and contact details for two reference persons should be sent via email to Ondrej Sedlacek ([email protected]).

Deadline for applications is by 30 th of November 2023

Requirements

Research Field

Chemistry » Organic chemistry

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Research Field

Chemistry » Other

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) in polymer chemistry, material science or similar; obtained within the last 5 years (2018 or later)

Strong background in polymer synthesis and characterization (NMR, SEC, HPLC, light scattering) supported by several publications. Experience in controlled ionic or radical polymerizations is highly beneficial.

Fluent English (both oral and written)

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Good

Research Field

Chemistry » Organic chemistryChemistry » Other

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Additional Information

Website for additional job details

https: // polymersynthesis.cz

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Univerzita Karlova, Přírodovědecká fakulta

Country

Czech Republic

State/Province

Prague

City

Prague

Postal Code

12800

Street

Hlavova 8

Where to apply

E-mail

[email protected]

Contact

City

Praha

Website

https: // polymersynthesis.cz/

Street

Albertov 6

Postal Code

12843

E-Mail

[email protected]

Phone

+420774061199

STATUS: EXPIRED