4 Apr 2024
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
Université Catholique de Louvain (UCL)- Department
IMCN/BSMA- Research Field
Chemistry » Other- Researcher Profile
First Stage Researcher (R1)- Country
Belgium- Application Deadline
1 Jul 2024 - 20:00 (Europe/Brussels)- Type of Contract
Temporary- Job Status
Full-time- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
HE / MSCA- Marie Curie Grant Agreement Number
101119786- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No
Offer Description
Synthesis and properties of PS-PMMA copolymers containing reversible covalent crosslinks as compatibilizers in blends
This PhD project is part of the European Doctoral Network ‘ReBond’, which involves 8 Universities, 5 industrial partners et 15 Doctoral Candidates. By combining the expertise of the different partners in synthesis, advanced characterization, linear and nonlinear dynamics, mechanical properties, modelling, and plastic product development and processing, we shall uncover the underpinning relationships among processing and performance of vitrimer-based recycled plastics and elastomers.
Within this framework, the specific objectives of this PhD (DC15) are to compare the classical compatibilization approach of blends based on the use of copolymers to an approach using vitrimers, and to investigate the possibility of combining the two approaches. Blends of PS and PMMA have been chosen as model systems.
This experimental project will involve aspects of polymer synthesis, structural characterization by scattering techniques, and characterization of the dynamics by rheometry and dielectric techniques and of the mechanical properties.
The applicant must have a master’s degree in polymer chemistry or physico-chemistry. Good knowledge in controlled radical polymerization is an advatange. Additional knowledge in polymer physics or in rheology is a plus.
The PhD will be conducted in co-tutelle between Université catholique de Louvain (Belgium) and University of Ioannina (Greece). The student will thus spend 36 months at UCLouvain and 12 months at University of Ioannina.
The student will have access to the doctoral training offered at UCLouvain and at University of Ioannina, as well as to all activities offered within the ReBond project.
Applications should be sent by email (a single pdf file containing a detailed CV, a transcript of marks obtained during the Master, a motivation letter, and the names of two referees) to: [email protected] and to [email protected]
Starting date:1st of September 2024 at the latest.
Requirements
- Research Field
- Chemistry
- Education Level
- Master Degree or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
The applicant must have a master’s degree in polymer chemistry or physico-chemistry. Good knowledge in controlled radical polymerization is an advatange. Additional knowledge in polymer physics or in rheology is a plus.
Additional Information
- Website for additional job details
https://www.rebondproject.eu/
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- Bio and Soft Matter division, Institute of Condensed Matter and Nanosciences, Université catholique de Louvain
- Country
- Belgium
- Geofield
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- University Research Center of Ioannina, Institute of Materials Science and Computing, University of Ioannina
- Country
- Greece
- Geofield
Where to apply
[email protected]
Contact
- City
Louvain-la-Neuve- Website
https://uclouvain.be/en/research-institutes/imcn/bsma- Street
Place de l'Université, 1
STATUS: EXPIRED
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