PhD in Organic Chemistry: Regio- and stereoselective C–H arylation of arene substrates applied to the synthesis of molecular optoelectronic materials

11 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Faculty of Natural Sciences, Comenius University in Bratislava

Department

Department of Organic Chemistry

Research Field

Chemistry » Organic chemistry

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Slovakia

Application Deadline

30 Apr 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Bratislava)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

37.5

Offer Starting Date

1 Sep 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

The Laboratory of Organic Optoelectronic Materials at the Faculty of Natural Sciences, Comenius University in Bratislava is looking for candidates to pursue a PhD degree in organic chemistry with the focus on regio- and stereoselective C–H arylations of arene substrates applied for synthesis of molecular optoelectronic materials under supervision of prof. Martin Putala (https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4596-6752 ; https://fns.uniba.sk/en/departments/chemistry/kor/research/laboratory-o… ).

Requirements

Research Field

Chemistry » Organic chemistry

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

A recent MSc degree (completed not before 2022) in organic chemistry or related field with excellent track record (research, grades, graduation with honors, etc.);

Prior hands-on laboratory experience in an organic laboratory is required;

The ideal candidate should demonstrate capability to troubleshoot problems during synthetic tasks and work in interdisciplinary environment;

Collaboration and effective communication, both oral and written, in English.

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Excellent

Research Field

Chemistry » Organic chemistry

Additional Information
Benefits

Comenius University is the oldest and largest university in Slovakia, situated in its capital city - Bratislava. Bratislava is a capital city unusually situated on the border of other two countries (Austria, Hungary) and as such has always attracted residents from many different countries, cultures and backgrounds. Our campus is situated next to river Danube and close to the slopes of Small Carpathian Mountains, offering plenty of green spaces around the campus. Comenius University offers affordable accommodation to its PhD students next to its campus.

We offer a temporary contract for 38 hours per week for the duration of 4 years. After period of 18 months, the student will be evaluated in the state exam - succesfull completion of the exams is the prerequisite for continuation of the PhD studies. This should lead to completion and defense of a dissertation (PhD thesis). We will design an educational plan that includes opportunities to attend (international) conferences, meetings, and summer schools. You will have the chance to test your skills and knowledge through interactions with undergraduate and Master's students by assisting in their learning process. Throughout your projects, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with specialists from many different backgrounds, giving you the chance to master multiple techniques and gain multitude of interdisciplinary skills. The PhD study is fully funded and the student will be paid according to national PhD pay grade (starting from netto 1000 EUR/month) in addition to full health insurance and other benefits.

Selection process

Pre-selection will be made on the basis of a personal on-line interview with prof. Putala (supervisor of the PhD study). Successful candidates will be advised to submit an official application for PhD study.

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Comenius University in Bratislava, Faculty of Natural Sciences

Country

Slovakia

State/Province

Slovakia

City

Bratislava

Postal Code

SK-84215

Street

Ilkovicova 6

Geofield

Where to apply

E-mail

[email protected]

Contact

City

Bratislava

Website

https://fns.uniba.sk/

Street

Ilkovicova 6

Postal Code

84215

E-Mail

[email protected]

Phone

0918669092

STATUS: EXPIRED