Postdoc or Scientist chemical engineering in the field of polymer processing (a)

Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting-edge research, Empa's around 1,100 employees make essential contributions to the well-being of society for a future worth living. Empa is a research institution of the ETH Domain.

Our Laboratory for Advanced Fibers in St. Gallen pursues materials research in the field of polymers and fibers. We work towards the realization of a continuous catalytic spinning process, where the polymer is directly synthesized into fiber shape at negligible chain branching.

Your tasks

• Development of a novel reactor/spinning technology for making high-performance polyolefin fibers 
• Acquisition of research grants and writing of scientific publications 
• Supervision of students and interns 
• Collaboration with chemists, engineers and fiber technologists

Your profile

• PhD in chemical and/or polymer engineering 
• Hands-on experience in high-pressure reactors 
• Knowledge of catalytic polymerization 
• Interest to bridge science and application 
• Experience in writing scientific manuscripts 
• Fluency in English, further knowledge of German is a plus

Our offer

We offer modern working conditions and a challenging job in an interdisciplinary environment. We support you in building your career towards more responsible positions.

This position is available for a period of three years with the possibility for an extension.

«a» stands for «all» in our job advertisements. We live a culture of inclusion and respect. We welcome all people who are interested in innovative, sustainable and meaningful activities - that's what counts.

SarahStüdli, Bereichspersonalleiterin / HR Partner