Danmarks Tekniske Universitet
Job title:
Postdoc in Bio-Inspired Wet Adhesion – DTU Chemistry
Company:
Danmarks Tekniske Universitet
Job description
Job Description:A 2-year postdoctoral position in bio-inspired wet adhesion is available at the Department of Chemistry, Technical University of Denmark in the group of Polymers and Functional Interfaces headed by Professor Esben Thormann. The project is focus on bio-inspired wet adhesion for potential tissue-repair applications and will have a commercial outlook. The position is associated to the new skin technology platform, “SkinHub”, supported by the Aage and Johanne Louis-Hansen Foundation. The position is available from 1 August 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter.Responsibilities and qualifications
The main responsibilities of the chosen candidates will be to: (1) Select, test and optimize new bio-inspired adhesive formulations for (wet) tissue adhesion; (2) develop new lab-based test methods for wet adhesion performance; (3) perform lab-based tissue-adhesion tests; (4) establish collaborations with relevant partners for in-vivo studies; (5) contribute to applications for additional proof-of-concept and startup funding; (6) take part in planning for potential commercialization.
- Candidates should have (or being close to achieve) a PhD degree in physical chemistry, polymer science or similar, and with a strong background in experimental research.
- A strong interest in interdisciplinary research.
- A desire to work across different laboratory and with different partners.
- A strong collaborative mind-set.
- A dream of bringing research from the lab to the market.
- Independence and good communication skills.
In the assessment of the candidates, consideration will be given to:
- Relevance of background experience.
- Strong personal interest in both basic and applied research.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English and good communication skills.
We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.The period of employment is 2 years starting from 1 August 2024 or as soon as possible hereafter.You can read more about .Further information
Further information may be obtained from Professor Esben Thormann ( )You can read more about DTU Chemistry at .If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at .Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 31 May 2024 (23:59 Danish time).Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link “Apply now”, fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:
- Application (cover letter)
- CV
- Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)
- List of publications
- Grades list from Bachelor and Master programmes
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.DTU Chemistry is a department with a high level of research activities, important publications in high impact journals, and a department with great emphasis on educating the future generation of chemical engineers.In recent years, the recruitment of new, talented Faculty has strengthened the Department’s academic profile. The strong research and education environment is well supported by several state-of-the-art facilities.DTU Chemistry collaborates closely with other departments at DTU, companies, and both international and national universities – especially within the research areas of Life Science, energy, catalysis and materials.Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.
Expected salary
Location
Kongens Lyngby, Hovedstaden – Lyngby, Midtjylland
Job date
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 06:12:36 GMT
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