Researcher position in Physical Chemistry with focus on Preparation and Study of Semiconducting Polymer Nano-particles in Bio-hybrid System for Solar Fuel Production

Published: 2022-06-24

Uppsala University is a comprehensive research-intensive university with a strong international standing. Our ultimate goal is to conduct education and research of the highest quality and relevance to make a long-term difference in society. Our most important assets are all the individuals whose curiosity and dedication make Uppsala University one of Sweden’s most exciting workplaces. Uppsala University has over 54,000 students, more than 7,500 employees and a turnover of around SEK 8 billion.

The Department of Chemistry - Ångström conducts research and education in the chemistry field. The department has more than 250 employees and has a turnover of 250 million SEK. At the department's six programs, we conduct very successful research of a high international standard. We have a large number of externally funded research projects, often with international cooperation and we see continued good growth in our subject area. The department has education assignments in engineering programs and master's programs. More information is available on our website . 

The researcher will be part of Dr. Haining Tian’s group (https://www.kemi.uu.se/research/physical-chemistry/research-groups/haining-tian-group /) within the physical chemistry program.

Duties
The main duties involved in this position is to conduct research. The candidate will perform research to develop and study organic polymer nano-particles in bio-hybrid systems for solar fuel production. The candidate will collaborate with several groups within EU and China.  Teaching may also be included, but up to no more than 20% of working hours.

Requirements
For employment as researcher, the applicant should have a PhD exam or an international equivalent in chemistry or other for the position relevant fields. The applicant must have knowledge on photochemistry and photocatalysis and have work experience on artificial photosynthesis.

The assessment of applications is based primarily on the applicant's ability to conduct independent research based on scientific skill. Greater importance is attached to the quality of individual scientific work, than to the amount of publications. A high level of written and spoken English as well as the ability to work in a team is required.

We will place great emphasis on personal suitability. Consideration will also be given to i.e. good collaborative skills and drive, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen the administrative work within the unit/department, as well as contribute to its future development.

Additional qualifications
Experience in preparation of polymer nanoparticles and advanced spectroscopic measurements, such as transient absorption / fluorescence spectroscopy is highly meriting. Additionally, experience in photocatalysis, surface functionalization or biochemistry is advantageous. Previous postdoctoral experience or equivalent is desirable. 

About the employment
The employment is apermanent position (probationary period may be applied), Scope of employment full time.Starting date 01-09-2022 oras agreed.

For further information about the position, please contact: Dr. Haining Tian, tel: 0739530993, [email protected].

Please submit your application by 15 July 2022, UFV-PA 2022/2494.

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Placement: Department of Chemistry - Ångström Laboratory

Type of employment: Full time , Permanent position

Pay: individual salary

Number of positions: 1

Working hours: 100 %

Town: Uppsala

County: Uppsala län

Country: Sweden

Union representative: Seko Universitetsklubben [email protected]
ST/TCO [email protected]
Saco-rådet [email protected]

Number of reference: UFV-PA 2022/2494

Last application date: 2022-07-15

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