PhD/PostDoc Position: Utrecht University’s Organic Chemistry and Catalysis (OCC) group invites applications for a 4-year PhD position or a 1+2-year PostDoc position. Led by Dr. Daniél Broere, the project focuses on the development of new molecular photoswitches. The research group’s website, www.broerelab.com, provides more information about their work.
Designation: PhD/PostDoc Position
Research Area: Organic Chemistry and Catalysis
Location: Utrecht University, Utrecht, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification:
- For PhD position: Hold a Master’s degree in Chemistry
- For PostDoc position: Hold a PhD degree in Chemistry
- Strong background in synthetic organic chemistry
- Desirable experience or affinity with computational chemistry, photochemistry, coordination chemistry, and biochemistry
- Good communication skills and ability to work safely, independently, and in a team environment
- Willingness to travel internationally due to the multidisciplinary international consortium nature of the project
- Oral and written command of English
Job Description:
PhD/PostDoc Position on Development of New Photoswitchable Molecules
- Contribute to the development of new photoswitchable molecules
- Incorporate the developed molecules into larger (bio)molecules
- Conduct organic synthesis, molecular design, photochemical characterization, NMR spectroscopy, and computational chemistry
- Collaborate closely with Prof. Kathrin Leppek’s group (Uni Bonn) and potentially with Prof. Dragomir Milovanovic’s group (DZNE Berlin) and Prof. Meng-Meng Fu’s group (UC Berkeley)
- Work within the framework of an international consortium funded by the Human Frontiers Science Program
How to Apply: To apply for this position, please follow the application instructions provided by Utrecht University. Visit their official website and refer to the application guidelines for the PhD or PostDoc position. Make sure to include the following:
- CV and academic certificates
- Statement of purpose highlighting your interest in the project and relevant experience
- Contact information of references
Last Date for Apply: Please refer to the official Utrecht University website for application deadlines.
For more information about this position, please visit www.broerelab.com. If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact the relevant department at Utrecht University.
Table: Requirements | Education | Master’s or PhD degree in Chemistry | | Skills | Strong background in synthetic organic chemistry | | Desirable Skills | Computational chemistry, photochemistry, coordination chemistry, biochemistry | | Communication Skills | Good oral and written command of English | | Other | Ability to work safely, independently, and in a team environment |
Table: Project Details | Research Area | Organic Chemistry and Catalysis | | Project Duration | 4 years (PhD) or 1+2 years (PostDoc) | | Funding | Human Frontiers Science Program consortium | | Collaboration | Prof. Kathrin Leppek’s group (Uni Bonn) | | Potential Collaborations | Prof. Dragomir Milovanovic’s group (DZNE Berlin), Prof. Meng-Meng Fu’s group (UC Berkeley) |
Location | Name | Utrecht University | | Location | Utrecht, Netherlands |
Language Requirement | English Proficiency | Oral and written command of English is required |
General Information | Website | www.broerelab.com | | Application Process | Follow the instructions on the Utrecht University website | | Contact Information | Refer to the relevant department at Utrecht University | | International Travel | Ability and willingness to travel internationally due to the multidisciplinary nature of
