PhD Candidate Adsorption Energy Distributions in Ion Chromatography 100 %

ZHAW; Wädenswil; On-site; CHF 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ZHAW invites applications for a PhD candidate position to study adsorption energy distributions in ion chromatography. You will develop methodologies, perform experiments and model chromatographic performance.

Work in an interdisciplinary setting at ZHAW in Wädenswil, with opportunities to publish and present at international conferences. Fluency in English and a strong motivation for research are required.

Qualifications

• PhD-level candidate with interest in chromatography and physico-chemical processes.
• Ability to work independently within a collaborative research environment.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.
• Motivation to publish results and present at conferences.

Responsibilities

• Develop methodologies to determine adsorption energy distributions in ion chromatography.
• Perform adsorption isotherm measurements and chromatographic experiments.
• Investigate relationships between stationary-phase properties and adsorption energetics.
• Develop and validate predictive models for chromatographic performance.
• Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences.
• Collaborate with academic and industrial project partners.

Skills

Independence

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Scientific communication

Education

PhD in Chemistry

Tools

Chromatography instrumentation

Data analysis

Job description

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PhD Candidate Adsorption Energy Distributions in Ion Chromatography 100 %

ZHAW Vacant since : 16.10.2026 8820 Wädenswil (ZH) 100% By agreement Temporary

Help advance the fundamental understanding of ion chromatography by developing innovative methods to characterize chromatographic materials and improve analytical performance.

School: Life Sciences und Facility Management

Starting date: Upon agreement. Fixed-term position (4 years).

Your role: As part of this PhD project, you will investigate the energetic heterogeneity of ion chromatography stationary phases and contribute to the development of new characterization methodologies. Your work will combine advanced chromatographic experiments with data analysis and modelling.

• Develop and establish methodologies for determining adsorption energy distributions in ion chromatography.
• Perform adsorption isotherm measurements and chromatographic experiments using state-of-the-art analytical instrumentation.
• Investigate the relationship between stationary phase properties, adsorption energetics and peak shape characteristics.
• Develop and validate predictive models for chromatographic performance.
• Publish your findings in international peer-reviewed journals and present your work at scientific conferences.
• Contribute to collaborations with academic and industrial project partners.

Your profile:

• A strong interest in chromatography, separation science and physico-chemical processes.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative research environment.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.
• Motivation to communicate scientific results through publications and conference presentations.Experience in chromatography, mathematical modelling or advanced data analysis is considered an advantage but is not required.

This is what we stand for

Zurich University of Applied Sciences ZHAW is one of Switzerland's largest multidisciplinary universities of applied sciences, with over 14'000 students and 3'400 faculty and staff.

conducts cutting-edge research addressing societal and industrial challenges in chemistry, biotechnology and environmental science. You will work in an interdisciplinary and collaborative environment with excellent analytical infrastructure and strong academic and industrial networks.

ZHAW is committed to gender-mixed and diverse teams in order to promote equality, diversity and innovation.

What you can expect

We offer working conditions and terms of employment commensurate with higher education institutions and actively promote personal development for staff in leadership and non-leadership positions. A detailed description of advantages and benefits can be found at . The main points are listed below:

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• Work location 8820 Wädenswil (ZH)
• Workload 100%
• Employment start By agreement
• Employment duration Temporary
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