PhD level chemists (postdoctoral scientists) in NCN Project

PhD level chemists (postdoctoral scientists) in OPUS-17, NCN Project: “Topologically coupled stable diradicals with tunable singlet-triplet gaps for molecular materials”

Position in the project: PhD level chemist (postdoctoral position)

Project description:

The Postdoctoral scientists will participate in 3 year-long research project focused on synthesis of di- and tri-radicals, characterization of their molecular and electronic structures and understanding the intramolecular spin-spin interactions using a wide range of analytical methods and quantum-mechanical computations. The Postdoctoral Researcher will also be involved in supervision of a doctoral student.

Profile of candidates/requirements:

1. PhD degree in Chemistry or closely related to Chemistry preferably within the past 5 years.
2. Research experience in organic synthesis and at least one of the following: EPR spectroscopy, organic magnetism, photovoltaic materials.
3. Enthusiasm and high motivation for learning new techniques and collaboration with other research groups.
4. Proficiency in spoken and written English (knowledge of Polish is not required).

Required documents:

1. Cover letter and motivation for the position
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Full list of publications with a number of citations of publications without self-citations, the h index and the number of years worked effectively in science
4. A brief summary of professional accomplishments, containing concise information about scientific interests and past achievements
5. Scan of the candidate’s university degrees
6. At least two recommendation letters (sent directly by the Referees)

We offer:

1. Opportunities to acquire skills in the field of synthesis and extensive characterization of paramagnetic materials combined with quantum-mechanical calculations.
2. Building leadership skills.
3. Funds for visits to other laboratories to conduct measurements, and for attending scientific conferences.
4. Friendly and highly motivating interdisciplinary and international team-work environment.
5. Rewarding salary of 10 000 PLN/month brutto brutto.

Job type: Employment contract, full time
Number of job offers: 1
Position starts on: March 3rd, 2020
Employment period: Contract for one year with a possibility of extending to 36 months
Application deadline: January 23th, 2020

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