Research Fellows – Nanomaterials for Functional Coating (PostDoc)

Research Fellows – Nanomaterials for Functional Coating (Ref.04.21.22/1)

Employer: International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL)

Location: Braga, Portugal

Number of Vacancies: 2

Group/Unit: Nanochemistry

Required Education: PhD Degree

Employment Type: Full time

Contract Duration: 19 months

Open Date for Applications: September 8th, 2021

Closing Date for Applications: September 29th, 2021 23:00 (Lisbon Time)

Organisation Description

The International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory – INL (http://www.inl.int ), is the first and only International Intergovernmental Organisation in the world entirely focused on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.

It was founded under an international legal framework to perform interdisciplinary research, deploy and communicate nanotechnology for the benefit of society. INL aims to be a recognised leading global nanotechnology innovation hub.

Project Specifications: This project is funded by PT2020

Name of the project: Biopaint - Tinta de base natural, energeticamente eficiente e com propriedades funcionais distintivas direcionada ao setor automóvel

Reference number: 72629

Introduction

Are you looking to be a researcher working in the Nanochemistry area? Would you like to be a key player in nanomaterials synthesis and coatings?

INL is seeking 2 Research Fellows (PostDoc) to work on the preparation of nanomaterials with controlled morphology and in the development of functional coatings with e.g. self-cleaning and thermal management properties. The selected researchers will collaborate with the academic and industrial partners of the project and are expected to deliver solutions that are applicable in the industry.

Job Role & Key Responsibilities

The Research Fellows will undertake the following main activities and responsibilities:

• Synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials
• Formulation of paints with the prepared nanomaterials
• Characterization of coatings

Job Requirements

Candidates should meet the following requirements:

Qualifications

PhD Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or similar.

Experience and Technical Skills

• Relevant experience in nanomaterial synthesis and characterization;
• Strong background in coatings, with experience in nanomaterials and additives for industrial coatings;
• Solid knowledge and hands-on experience of materials and surface characterization techniques, such as XRD, XPS, ICP, DLS, SEM, Raman, N2 physisorption and TGA;
• Excellent track-record of productive research demonstrated by publications in leading scientific journals;
• Good project management skills;
• Strong literature and patent searching skills;
• Knowledge of lab safety;
• Experience of working in international and interdisciplinary teams.

 Personal Skills

-Strong motivation to work both independently and as part of a team in an interdisciplinary environment, with the ability to pay close attention to detail and to meet deadlines;

- Team work spirit;

- Good communication skills;

-“Hands-on” approach together with a high commitment in respecting working deadlines;

- Highly organised and dynamic;

-  Ability to be creative and practical;

-  Maintain a safety mind-set and focus;

- Desire to continuously enhance personal skills and knowledge.

Note: Candidates should not have a labour contract with INL during the 12 months before the application.

Languages

Excellent communication skills in English are required since it’s the working language of INL.

Supervision

The work plan will be developed at the INL under the scientific guidance of Dr. Juliana Sousa.

Duration of the contract

The total duration of the employment contract shall be 19 months and may be renewed based on the performance of the individual and the duration of the project.

What we offer

-Work Accidents insurance costs to be paid by INL, to provide coverage for work accidents and invalidity benefits;

- Health insurance with excellent coverage;

- Tax Benefits;

-A family allowance for staff members that are married or that are living under the status of “common-law couple” and/or have any dependent child;

-A child allowance for each dependent child;

- Free Nursery Service at INL campus (subject to availability);

- Support for Education fees of dependent children;

-Depending on the place of residence, INL covers 100% of travel expenses for all family members;

-30 days of annual leave;

-Diplomatic status.

How to Apply

The application is made online through our e-recruiting platform. Please click on the “Apply” button.

For the application to be valid it must be made in English and the candidate must complete all required sections of the online application form, as well as submit all required documents. Incomplete applications lacking the below mentioned supporting documents will not be considered.

Supporting Documents

Please enclose the following supporting documents in pdf format:

a) Cover letter in English;

b) Curriculum Vitae in English;

c) Academic certificates;

d) Recognition of academic degrees (only academic degrees awarded by non-Portuguese higher education institutions)*.

* The selected candidate(s) with an academic degree granted by a non-Portuguese higher education institution must present, for hiring purposes, the certificate of recognition of that degree(s), issued by the Portuguese Directorate General for Higher Education or by a Portuguese Public Higher Education Institution. Please consult the website of the Portuguese Directorate General for Higher Education: https://www.dges.gov.pt/en .

At the application stage, the supporting document(s) mentioned in paragraph (d) [Recognition of academic degrees (only academic degrees awarded by non-Portuguese higher education institutions)], may be replaced by a Declaration of Honour (Template)  from the candidate. In this case, the application of the candidate will be provisionally accepted provided that the following conditions shall be satisfied:

The documents must be submitted in the “additional files” section using the “add portfolio” icon that appears in the application form.

Additional Information

Employment Agreement

If your application is successful and you accept our offer of employment, you will receive the employment agreement and all other relevant documents. If you are relocating, you will be given assistance by the HR Office.

If Your Application is Not Successful

We highly value your interest in becoming part of the INL experience and it is important for us to maintain good communications with all candidates. No matter the outcome of your application, we will always provide you with feedback.

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Principle

INL promotes a non-discrimination and equal access policy, wherefore no candidate can be privileged, benefited, impaired or deprived of any rights whatsoever, or be exempt of and duties based on any possible discriminatory issues.

The advertisement deadline may be extended at any time without previous notice in order to improve the suitability and effectiveness of the recruitment process.