PhD Scholarship: Biomedical Adhesives: A fully funded PhD position is available at the Polymer Materials Engineering Laboratory (UMR 5223) at Lyon 1 University, Villeurbanne, France. This research focuses on developing novel biomaterials through the chemical modification of polysaccharides to enhance their interactions and adhesion properties. The project will involve green chemistry approaches and in-depth material characterization for biomedical applications.
PhD Scholarship: Grafting of Polysaccharides for the Generation of Biomedical Adhesives
Designation
PhD Candidate
Research Area
Polymer Chemistry, Biomaterials, Biomedical Adhesives, Green Chemistry
Location
Polymer Materials Engineering Laboratory (UMR 5223), Lyon 1 University, Villeurbanne, France
Eligibility/Qualification
- Master’s degree or engineering degree in Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, or Polymer Materials Science (or an equivalent field).
- Strong background in chemical techniques, polymer properties in solution, and their interactions.
- Experience with polymer characterization techniques.
- Curiosity, problem-solving skills, and an open-minded approach to research.
Job Description
The PhD project aims to develop novel biomedical adhesives by functionalizing polysaccharides to modulate their interactions. The research involves:
- Performing double chemical modification of polysaccharides using green chemistry methods.
- Studying polymer/polymer interactions and the formation of polyelectrolyte complexes.
- Chemically grafting polysaccharides with opposite charges and analyzing synthesis parameters.
- Investigating the mechanical and structural properties of the resulting hydrogels.
- Developing surfaces mimicking underwater bioadhesion for biomedical applications.
- Conducting comprehensive material characterization, including mechanical (tensile, adhesion) and structural analysis.
- The research will be conducted under the supervision of Alexandra Montembault, Aurelia Charlot, and Guillaume Sudre.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit the following documents:
- CV
- Academic transcripts (Master 1 and full/partial Master 2 or engineering results)
- Cover letter
Send applications via email to:
- Alexandra Montembault (alexandra.montembault@univ-lyon1.fr) – Tel: +33 (0)4 72 43 16 04
- Aurelia Charlot (aurelia.charlot@insa-lyon.fr) – Tel: +33 (0)4 72 43 63 38
- Guillaume Sudre (guillaume.sudre@univ-lyon1.fr) – Tel: +33 (0)4 72 43 15 67
Last Date to Apply
March 15, 2025
Funding and Salary
This PhD position is funded by Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, offering a net monthly salary of approximately €1,770.
For more details, visit www.imp.cnrs.fr.
