Postdoctoral Scholarship in Porous Materials: Uppsala University invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral scholarship focused on the design and synthesis of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) for environmental applications, particularly in water capture and catalysis.
Postdoctoral Scholarship in Functional Porous Framework Materials
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
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| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Functional Porous Framework Materials |
| Location | Uppsala, Sweden |
| Application Deadline | March 1, 2026 (23:59 Swedish time) |
Eligibility/Qualification
- PhD degree in Chemistry or a closely related discipline.
- Documented knowledge and experience in porous materials, including MOFs, covalent organic frameworks, or other porous polymers.
- Strong written and oral communication skills in English.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
Job Description
The selected candidate will conduct research on the synthesis and characterization of porous materials for applications in gas separation, water treatment, and photocatalysis. Responsibilities include:
- Conducting research projects and mentoring junior researchers.
- Synthesizing and characterizing materials using techniques like X-ray diffraction, IR spectroscopy, and gas adsorption.
- Testing materials for sorption-related applications.
- Collaborating with national and international partners.
- Assisting in preparing research proposals for funding applications.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are required to submit the following:
- Email address
- First name and last name
- PhD year and granting university
- Title of PhD thesis
- Expertise in five keywords
- Availability to begin the postdoc position
- Nationality
- Visa requirement status (Yes/No)
- Cover letter
- CV (maximum 4 pages) including references
Last Date to Apply
March 1, 2026 (23:59 Swedish time)
For inquiries, please contact Ocean Cheung at Nanoteknologi och funktionella material.
