PhD Student in Chemistry – Graphene: The University of A Coruña is seeking applications for a PhD student position in the field of Chemistry. The successful candidate will work on the synthesis of graphene precursors, focusing on carbon-carbon coupling reactions and the characterization of aromatic compounds. This position is part of a research project on graphene nanoribbons and offers an opportunity for hands-on experience in materials chemistry.
Designation: First Stage Researcher (R1) – PhD Student
Research Area: Chemistry – Synthesis of Graphene Precursors
Location: Centro Interdisciplinar de Química y Biología – CICA, A Coruña, Spain
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Enrolled in a SUG doctoral program related to the task content
Job Description: The selected candidate will be responsible for the following tasks within a 12-month contract:
- Synthesis of graphene precursors through carbon-carbon coupling reactions (Stage 1, 6 months).
- Synthesis of polyphenylenes (Stage 2, 3 months).
- Physical-chemical characterization of aromatic compounds (Stage 3, 3 months).
How to Apply: Applications should be submitted through the UDC online services site, addressed to the Office of the Vice-President for Science Policy, Research, and Knowledge Transfer. Include the call reference.
Last Date for Apply: 09 January 2024, by 15:00 (Europe/Brussels)
Contact Information:
- Website for Application: UDC Online Services Site
- University Website: University of A Coruña
- Street: A Maestranza 9, Postal Code: 15071, A Coruña, Spain
Work Location: Centro Interdisciplinar de Química y Biología – CICA, A Coruña, Spain
Additional Information:
- The contract is funded through the EU Research Framework Programme (AX.AEI-FSE LIÑA INV. PID2021-127002NA-I00).
- The selection criteria include demonstrated experience in relevant research areas.
- Selection results will be published on the official bulletin board of the UDC online services site.
Website for Additional Job Details: UDC Online Services Site
