PhD Positions in Organic/Polymer Chemistry: The Kilbinger group at the University of Fribourg’s Chemistry Department is offering two funded PhD positions starting at the end of 2024 or early 2025. The positions focus on mechanistic organic chemistry with an emphasis on polymer chemistry. Candidates with a bachelor’s and master’s degree in chemistry and a strong knowledge of organic reaction mechanisms are encouraged to apply. Applications from GATE-qualified candidates in India will be given preference.
Summary Table
| Designation | PhD Positions |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Organic/Polymer Chemistry |
| Location | Chemistry Department, University of Fribourg, Switzerland |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Bachelor and Master’s degree in Chemistry, Knowledge of Organic Reaction Mechanisms |
| Start Date | End of 2024 or January 2025 |
| Duration of Funding | 4 years |
| Application Deadline | May 31, 2024 |
| Contact Email | andreas.kilbinger@unifr.ch |
Designation
PhD Positions
Research Area
Organic/Polymer Chemistry
Location
Chemistry Department, University of Fribourg, Switzerland
Eligibility/Qualification
- Completed bachelor’s and master’s degree in Chemistry
- Excellent knowledge of organic reaction mechanisms
- Prior knowledge of polymer chemistry is not required and can be acquired during the PhD studies
- Preference will be given to applicants from India who have passed the GATE examination
Job Description
The successful candidates will join the Kilbinger group and work on the synthesis and characterization of polymeric foldamers based on aromatic amides. The research involves:
- Synthetic organic chemistry of small molecules
- Molecular characterization
- Controlled polymerization into helical tubular structures
Candidates should be enthusiastic about working in an organic/polymer synthesis laboratory and should review the following manuscripts for an understanding of the research area: Macromolecules 2023, 56, 7984; Nat. Chem. 2021, 13, 705.
How to Apply
Applications should be sent electronically in PDF format to andreas.kilbinger@unifr.ch. The application must include:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Motivation letter
- Copy of GATE results (if applicable)
First-round interviews will be conducted via online/video conference in June 2024. Applications will be reviewed until suitable candidates are found.
Last Date for Apply
May 31, 2024
For more information, please visit Kilbinger Group.
