Postdoctoral Researcher – Light-Responsive Polymers

ICIQ; Tarragona; On-site; EUR 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Continuous training plan

Good public transport links

Job summary

The Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Berrocal group at ICIQ. The project focuses on light-responsive polymer materials and advanced characterization within a multidisciplinary setting.

The ERC-funded program aims at exploring stimuli-responsive macromolecular systems and novel architectures. The successful candidate will contribute to synthesis, design, and detailed structure-property studies, collaborating with PhD students and

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science or polymers.
• Strong background in organic/polymer synthesis.
• Experience in polymer materials synthesis and characterization.
• Publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Excellent laboratory, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Experience in photochemistry or photoresponsive materials is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and synthesis of molecular building blocks, monomers, and polymeric materials.
• Development of responsive polymer networks and materials based on dynamic interactions.
• Characterization of molecules and materials using spectroscopic, thermal, mechanical and chromatographic techniques.
• Plan, execute and analyze research activities related to project objectives.
• Prepare manuscripts, reports and conference presentations.
• Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Actively participate in group meetings and collaborative research.

Skills

Polymer chemistry

Organic synthesis

Polymer characterization

English language

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Problem solving

Education

PhD in Chemistry

Job description

The Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Berrocal group at ICIQ. The project focuses on light-responsive polymer materials and advanced characterization within a multidisciplinary setting.

The ERC-funded program aims at exploring stimuli-responsive macromolecular systems and novel architectures. The successful candidate will contribute to synthesis, design, and detailed structure-property studies, collaborating with PhD students and