Postdoctoral Position – Nanotechnology: Join an interdisciplinary research project focusing on developing nanocellulose-based materials for the treatment of chronic wounds. This temporary full-time position spans two years, with a potential starting date as soon as possible or by mutual agreement.
Postdoctoral Position – Nanotechnology and Functional Materials with Focus on Functionalization of Nanocellulose
- Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
- Research Area: Nanotechnology and Functional Materials, with a specific emphasis on the functionalization of nanocellulose for chronic wound treatment.
- Location: Uppsala University, Disciplinary Domain of Science and Technology, Faculty of Technology, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Uppsala, Sweden.
- Eligibility/Qualification:
- A doctoral degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Materials Engineering, Materials Science, or related fields.
- Documented expertise in carbohydrate chemistry and material characterization.
- Proficiency in English, both written and oral.
- Experience in chemical modification of nanocellulose will be considered a strong merit, as well as expertise in design and synthesis of peptides.
- Job Description:
- Primary focus on functionalizing nanocellulose to achieve effective delivery of bioactive peptides to the chronic wound environment.
- Chemical modification and functionalization of nanocellulose, including the incorporation of crosslinkers to investigate the controlled release of peptides.
- Investigation of diverse coupling chemistries and strategies to ensure stable and bioactive functionalized materials.
- Material characterization in terms of chemical structure, degree of substitution, fiber morphology, and material stability in simulated biological environments.
- Design and synthesis of peptides as a fundamental part of the experimental work.
- Communication of research results through scientific articles in well-established journals and presentations at international conferences.
- Potential supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Contribution to applications for external research funding.
- How to Apply:
- Submit the following documents in English:
- Personal letter describing yourself, research interests, previous experiences, and suitability for the position.
- CV (max. 2 pages).
- Publication list.
- Copies of doctoral degree, master level educational transcripts, and other relevant documents.
- Name and contact details of at least two reference persons, along with your relation to them.
- Application Submission: Through Uppsala University’s recruitment system.
- Last Date for Apply: August 23, 2024.
