Post-doctoral position – Recruitment No 9/2025

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Post-doctoral position – Recruitment No 9/2025

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Offer DescriptionPost-doc position available in the Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS within National Science Center (NSC) Application of photoredox catalysis in spatially controlled synthesis of conductive polymers, NCN OPUS-LAP 26 No. 2023/51/I/ST5/02601 Leader Dr Maciej Cieplak Conductive polymers found numerous applications so far. There are used in numerous electronic devices including, actuators, organic diodes, field-effect transistors, photovoltaic cells and sensors. Of particular interest are conductive polymeric materials due to their excellent properties. Conductive polymers may be synthetized by oxidation of proper monomers (thiophene, pyrrole, aniline etc.) and subsequent polycondensation. So far, this process is being realized using chemical oxidation, i.e. with iron salts or by electropolymerization. Both methods are very effective but they do not allow for a spatial control over the polymerization process. Moreover, it is worth mentioning that both methods require using harsh chemical conditions (strong oxidants) or a relatively high voltages applied to the electrodes (e.g. ≥1.7 V for simple thiophene). This can be disadvantageous in some applications, including entrapment of enzymes in polymers, imprinting of a fragile target molecule, construction of electronic devices etc. Therefore, new polymerization methods towards conductive materials that allow for milder conditions and spatial control are still highly demanded. Aforementioned conductive polymers may be applied in numerous devices including soft, foldable electronic devices i.e., foldable smartphones. The main goal is to propose novel catalytical processes of conductive polymers synthesis. For that purpose, new catalytical systems will be tested. We would like to find such system that will allow synthesis of conductive polymers in mild conditions. Finally, we will highlight usefulness of obtained conductive polymers by applying them in electrochemistry and selective chemosensingWhere to apply E-mailrekrutacja@ichf.edu.plRequirementsResearch Field Chemistry Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/QualificationsSynthesis of monomers
Immobilization of catalysts on solid support
Immobilization of catalysts on NPs
Synthesis of conductive polymers
Synthesis of core@shell NPsSpecific Requirements1. PhD degree in chemical or physical sciences, obtained in the year of employment in the project or
within 7 years before 1 January of the year of employment in the project. For researchers with
multiple PhDs, the date of the first PhD award is deemed the reference date. Extension might apply
according to National Science Centre, Poland, rules.
2. Publication record and rich scientific experience.
3. Ability to work independently as well as in a group.
4. Experience in organic synthesis, nanotechnology or surface modification
5. Experience in molecular imprinting or electrochemistry will be appreciated
6. Good proficiency in English speaking and writing
7. PhD obtained a doctoral degree from an entity other than the entity in which employment in this
position is planned, or completed at least 10 months of continuous and documented postdoctoral
internship in an entity other than the entity implementing the project and in a country other than the
country in which the doctoral degree was obtained;Languages ENGLISH Level ExcellentResearch Field Chemistry Years of Research Experience 4 – 10Additional InformationBenefitsWe offer a post-doctoral position (full-time employment) in the Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS with a gross salary of Around 9650 PLN gross per month financed from the NCN Application of photoredox catalysis in spatially controlled synthesis of conductive polymers, NCN OPUS-LAP 26 No. 2023/51/I/ST5/02601 100% of the work time of Postdoc will be devoted to the realization of the proposed project. The offer is for 12 months (with possible extension by another 12 months The selected candidate will gain experience and knowledge in the preparation and characterization of conductive polymers and molecularly imprinted polymers. The project involves electrocatalysis, photocatalysis, nanotechnology, material science, organic synthesis, analytical and physical chemistry The successful candidate will be eligible for all programs at the IPC PAS, including the IPC PAS Young Scientists competition and the IPC PAS Young Scientists Mobility competition. Institute provides an opportunity to participate in ERASMUS+ programme.Eligibility criteriaThe successful candidate for the postdoctoral position shall, for the full term of their
employment within the project, be obligated to maintain compliance with the following
conditions:
– their PhD degree has been awarded by another institution than the one planned to employ
them at this post or they have completed a continuous and evidenced post-doctoral
fellowship of at least 10 months in another institution than the host institution for the
project and in another country than the one in which they have been conferred a PhD degree
– when the remuneration is paid, they will be receiving no remuneration from the funds
allocated as direct costs under research projects funded in NCN calls;
– when the remuneration is paid, they will be receiving no remuneration from another
employer pursuant to an employment contract, including an employer with registered office
outside of Poland; and
– when the remuneration is paid, they will be receiving no pension under the social insurance
scheme
A post-doc position is a full-time position planned by the project manager for a person
who obtained a doctoral degree in the year of employment in the project or in the period of
7 years before January 1 of the year of employment in the project18.
This period may be extended by the time spent on long-term (over 90 days) documented sickness
benefits or rehabilitation benefits in connection with
incapacity for work. Additionally, this period may be extended by the number of months spent on
leave related to the care and upbringing of children granted on the principles
specified in the Labor Code, and in the case of women – by 18 months for each born or
adopted child, if this method of indicating breaks in the scientific career is more
advantageousSelection process

• Competencies of candidates for specific tasks in a research project,
• Previous scientific achievements of candidates,
• Awards and distinctions of the candidate resulting from the conducted research

Required documents :
Motivation letter/employment application;
professional curriculum vitae;
university degree diploma;
PhD certificate;
a list of scientific achievements (publications, patents, conference presentations, etc.);
at least one letter of recommendation written by academics.

• The application deadline is on the

11th April 2025 , 12:00 noon
Applications should be sent to . IMPORTANT! email subject: “Recruitment no
9/2025 ” (emails without this number will not be considered)

• Top candidates can be invited for an online or in-person interview 14-17th April 2025. We reserve

the right to contact and reply to only selected candidates.

• The position will be offered to the person with the highest evaluation by the Recruitment

Committee.

• The results of the recruitment are planned to be announced on the 26th April 2025.
• Employment will take place in accordance with the provisions of the competition documentation

of the National Science Center (NSC) for the OPUS LAP 26,and Employment policy of the Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS .

• The incomplete applications may not be considered
• The results of the competition are made public.
• Candidates who have been issued a negative opinion by the Competition Committee or

candidates not selected for employment have the right to appeal against the results of the
evaluation. The appeal shall be lodged with the Director of the Institute within 7 days from the date
of receipt of the appropriate information. The decision of the Director of the Institute shall be final.
Appeals should be sent to the following email address: .
If the top candidate does not sign the contract due to the resignation, we reserve the right to
choose the next candidate from the ranking list.Additional commentsBy submitting the application you consent to the processing of your personal data in the recruitment process. The controller of your personal data is the Institute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences with its registered office in Warsaw, NIP: 5250008755 (the “Institute”). The Institute will process your data for the purpose of carrying out scientific and research activities, providing services and contact with the Institute, on the basis of a contract (in connection with the performance of the contract or in order to take action on your request before the contract is concluded – Article 6, paragraph 1, letter b) of GDPR), the legitimate interest of the Institute (Article 6, paragraph 1, letter f) of the GDPR) and legal provisions (Article 6, paragraph 1, letter c) of the GDPR) – depending on the circumstances. You have the right to: request access to your data, receive a copy of it; rectify (correct) it; delete it; limit its processing; transfer it; lodge a complaint to the supervisory body; withdraw your consent for processing at any time (withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of the processing carried out prior to its withdrawal) or to lodge an objection to data processing. More information is available on the Institute’s website.Procedure for Reporting Internal Violations of the Law and Subsequent Actions together with Protection of Whistleblowers at the Institute of Physical Chemistry of the PAS with its registered address in WarsawWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Institute of Physical Chemistry Polish Academy of Sciences Country Poland City Warsaw Postal Code 01-224 Street Kasprzaka 44/52 GeofieldContact CityWarsaw WebsiteStreetWarsaw, Kasprzaka 44/52 Postal CodePL-01-224 E-Mailmcieplak@ichf.edu.pl Phone+48 22 343 31 88STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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Warszawa, mazowieckie

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Sun, 16 Mar 2025 00:38:38 GMT

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