Summary
The École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) invites applications for a full-time PhD position at the Laboratory for the Chemistry of Materials and Manufacturing (ALCHEMY) in Neuchatel. This project focuses on developing innovative photocrosslinking chemistries for vat photopolymerization 3D printing technology.
PhD Student in Developing New Crosslinking Strategies in 3D Printing, EPFL, Switzerland
Designation
PhD Student
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| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Materials Science, Polymer Science, 3D Printing |
| Location | EPFL Neuchatel, Switzerland |
| Eligibility/Qualification | MSc in Materials Science, Chemistry, or Polymer Science; experience in polymer characterization; English communication skills; (bonus: experience in small-molecule/polymer synthesis or vat photopolymerization) |
| Job Description | Full responsibility for dissertation, experiment design and execution, result analysis, write articles for peer-reviewed journals, present at conferences, supervise student projects, develop non-acrylate photocrosslinking strategies, recyclable resins, high-viscosity printing. |
| How to Apply | Submit applications through the online platform including a brief state of past research and future goals (max 2 pages), detailed CV, and contact information for 2 references. |
| Last Date to Apply | 01/07/2026 |
Research Area
The research focuses on developing new photocrosslinking strategies and recyclable materials to enhance vat photopolymerization 3D printing technology.
Location
EPFL Neuchatel, Switzerland
Eligibility/Qualification
- MSc degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, or Polymer Science
- Experience with polymer characterization
- Excellent communication skills in English
- Experience with small-molecule and/or polymer synthesis is a bonus
- Experience with vat photopolymerization is also a bonus
Job Description
As a PhD Student at EPFL ALCHEMY, the responsibilities include:
- Full responsibility for your own dissertation
- Designing and executing experiments
- Analyzing and interpreting results
- Writing scientific articles for peer-reviewed journals
- Presenting at international conferences
- Participating in education and supervising student projects
- Developing innovative photocrosslinking strategies and recyclable resins for 3D printing
How to Apply
Candidates must apply through the EPFL online platform. The application should include:
- A brief statement of past research experience and future goals (max 2 pages)
- Detailed CV
- Contact information for 2 references willing to write recommendation letters
Last Date to Apply
The application deadline is 01 July 2026
