PhD Candidate Adsorption Energy Distributions in Ion Chromatography 100 %

ZHAW International; Winterthur; Hybrid; CHF 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich University of Applied Sciences ZHAW invites applications for a PhD position focused on Adsorption Energy Distributions in Ion Chromatography. The successful candidate will explore energetic heterogeneity of stationary phases, develop new characterization methods, and combine experiments with data modelling in a collaborative research setting.

The project is hosted by the Institute of Chemistry and Biotechnology, with emphasis on interdisciplinary teamwork, high-end instrumentation, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or related discipline.
• Experience in chromatography, mathematical modelling or advanced data analysis is advantageous but not required.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Interest in chromatography

Independence and teamwork

Excellent English (written and spoken)

Scientific communication

Education

Master's degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

PhD Candidate Adsorption Energy Distributions in Ion Chromatography 100 %

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).

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.

You will:

• 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.

You hold a Master's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or a related discipline and are enthusiastic about scientific research.

In addition, you bring:

• 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.

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.

The Institute of Chemistry and Biotechnology 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.

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 Working at the ZHAW . The main points are listed below:

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.

The ZHAW sees gender-balanced management as an advantage for the university.

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