PhD in Polymer Mechanochemistry: Mechanophore Design

Adolphe Merkle Institute; Schweiz; On-site; CHF 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Adolphe Merkle Institute's Polymer Chemistry and Materials Group invites applications for a PhD Position in Polymer Mechanochemistry. The project focuses on designing supramolecular mechanophores and studying their mechanoresponsive behavior in polymers.

Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in Chemistry, Polymer, or Materials Science and be motivated to pursue interdisciplinary research in an international team. English proficiency and strong synthesis skills are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Chemistry, Polymer, or Materials Science required.
• Experience in organic and polymer synthesis preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and English proficiency.

Skills

Organic synthesis

Polymer synthesis

Teamwork

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Chemistry, Polymer, or Materials Science

Job description

The Adolphe Merkle Institute's Polymer Chemistry and Materials Group invites applications for a PhD Position in Polymer Mechanochemistry. The project focuses on designing supramolecular mechanophores and studying their mechanoresponsive behavior in polymers.

Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in Chemistry, Polymer, or Materials Science and be motivated to pursue interdisciplinary research in an international team. English proficiency and strong synthesis skills are required.