PhD and Postdoc Positions (m/f/d): Join the Organic Bioelectronics Research Group led by Dr. Ulrike Kraft at the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research in Mainz. We are seeking motivated PhD students and Postdocs interested in organic electronic materials and devices. Engage in cutting-edge interdisciplinary research at the interface of physics, chemistry, and materials science within a diverse team and state-of-the-art facilities. The starting date is flexible within autumn/winter 2023.
Designation: PhD Students and Postdoctoral Researchers
Research Area: Organic Electrochemical Transistors, Organic Field-Effect Transistors, Organic Electronics
Location: Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research, Mainz
Eligibility/Qualification:
PhD Students:
- Experimental background with a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in physics, materials science, chemistry, electrical engineering, polymer science, or related fields.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English.
- Advantageous: Previous experience with organic electronic materials, device fabrication, and characterization.
Postdoctoral Researchers:
- Experience in fabrication and electrical characterization of electronic devices.
- PhD in physics, materials science, chemistry, electrical engineering, polymer science, or related fields.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English.
- Highly appreciated: Experience in Organic Electronics.
Job Description:
PhD and Postdoc Positions (m/f/d): Organic Electrochemical Transistors/Organic Field-Effect Transistors
As a PhD student or postdoctoral researcher, you will:
- Conduct pioneering research in areas like organic electrochemical transistors, organic thin-film transistors, biosensors, biogenic electronic materials, and more.
- Work within an interdisciplinary team and utilize state-of-the-art facilities.
- Contribute to the advancement of organic electronic materials and devices.
- Engage in device fabrication, characterization, and incorporation of stimuli-responsive additives.
- Collaborate with a diverse team in a stimulating research environment.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit:
- A letter of motivation detailing your interests, achievements, and fit for the position.
- CV
- Diploma/degree/mark sheet (official transcript)
- Contact information of 2-3 references or reference letters from former supervisors.
Send all documents as a single PDF file to kraftu@mpip-mainz.mpg.de. Application review begins in mid/end of August 2023 and will continue until the position is filled.
Last Date for Apply: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
For more information, please contact Dr. Ulrike Kraft (kraftu@mpip-mainz.mpg.de, https://www.mpip-mainz.mpg.de/kraft).
Table 1: Possible Topics
| Possible Research Topics |
|---|
| Organic Electrochemical Transistors |
| Organic Thin-Film Transistors |
| Incorporation of Stimuli Responsive Additives |
| Organic Electronic Biosensors |
| Biogenic and Biodegradable Electronic Materials |
| Stretchable and Printed Electronics |
Table 2: Details
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research, Mainz |
| How to Apply | Email all documents as a single PDF to kraftu@mpip-mainz.mpg.de |
| Application Review Starts | Mid/End of August 2023 |
| Last Date for Apply | Applications accepted until position is filled |
Table 3: Contact
| Contact Information |
|---|
| Dr. Ulrike Kraft |
| Email: kraftu@mpip-mainz.mpg.de |
| Website: https://www.mpip-mainz.mpg.de/kraft |
