Postdoctoral Researcher – Supramolecular NanoChemistry and Materials Group

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Our research lines focus on the newly-discovered physical and chemical properties that arise from the behaviour of matter at the nanoscale. ICN2 has been awarded with the Severo Ochoa Center of Excellence distinction for three consecutive periods and and ). ICN2 comprises 19 Research Groups, 7 Technical Development and Support Units and Facilities, and 2 Research Platforms, covering different areas of nanoscience and nanotechnology.

Job Title

Postdoctoral Researcher

Research area or group

Supramolecular NanoChemistry and Materials Group

Description of Group / Project

The Supramolecular NanoChemistry and Materials Group (NANOUP) is focused on controlling the supramolecular assembly of molecules, biomolecules and nanoscale building blocks at the nanometer scale for the design of novel functional architectures and devices.

The group is looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher to participate in the development of a European project (ERC Advanced Grant) related to the Design and Synthesis of New Materials via Programmable Disassembly of Reticular Materials (Clip-off Chemistry).

Main Tasks and responsibilities

• Synthesis and characterization of reticular materials.
• Clip-off synthesis of new materials / compounds using these reticular materials as precursors.
• Participation in writing scientific reports and papers, attending project meetings and scientific conferences, and in outreach activities within the project.
• Supervision of PhD students.

Requirements

Fluent in English, good communication and writing skills.

Summary of conditions

Estimated Incorporation date

As soon as possible.

Funding and Project

Funded by the European Research Council (ERC) in the framework of the H2020 Research and Innovation Programme (ERC AdG; GA CLIPOFF-CHEM).

How to apply

A cover letter.

Deadline for applications

Applications will be reviewed continuously.

Equal opportunities

ICN2 is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion of people with disabilities. ICN2 is following the procedure for contract of people with disabilities according with article 59 of the Royal Decree 1 / 2015, of 30 of October.

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