Postdoctoral position in Supramolecular Photochemistry – SYNAPS

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Postdoctoral position in Supramolecular Photochemistry – SYNAPS

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Offer DescriptionThe group of Supramolecular Photochemistry and Catalysis, led by Dr. Bart Limburg is looking for a motivated Postdoc with an interest in supramolecular chemistry, photochemistry, and synthesis. The Postdoc position will be carried out at the University of Barcelona, within a young ambitious group with a friendly atmosphere. We offer a fruitful research environment in which you will be able to develop yourself as an experienced researcher under guidance of a young ambitious supervisor. More information about the research group can be found at , and the department at dqio.ub.edu.The position is part of the ERC-StG project SYNAPS. The goal is to construct an artificial system of two chemically isolated systems that are able to communicate with one another through photoinduced redox reactions. To achieve this goal, liposomes will be used as nanoreactors containing electron donors or acceptors, and judiciously designed photocatalysts will be added to the liposome membranes. The liposomes will then be bound together using supramolecular chemistry (for example through ligand-metal interactions, or hydrogen bonding), and electron transport from the inside of one liposome to the other will be studied using steady-state and transient spectroscopy techniques. The resulting system is a mimic of an electrical synapse.Tasks:

• Design and synthesis of photocatalysts with metal-binding ligands
• Liposome synthesis and study of liposome clustering upon addition of metal ions
• Spectroscopic study of the electron-transfer behaviour of the embedded photocatalysts
• Supervision of junior researchers (PhD, Master and Bachelor students)
• Publishing results in high impact peer-reviewed journals

The ideal candidate has experience in supramolecular chemistry, (transient) spectroscopy and organic synthesis. They have experience in solving complex problems through literature study and performing experiments. They are interested in learning new techniques and increasing their knowledge as well as that of the group. Do you fit this position? Get in contact with us and discuss!Gross salary per year:26.029 € (0 years of relevant postdoctoral experience)26.762 € (1 year of relevant postdoctoral experience)27.495 € (2 years of relevant postdoctoral experience)28.228 € (3 years of relevant postdoctoral experience)Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Chemistry Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/Qualifications■ Requirements. * PhD in Chemistry or related field

• Proven experience in supramolecular chemistry
• Proven experience in multistep organic synthesis
• Interest / experience in spectroscopy
• Interest / experience in photochemistry

Excellent command of the English languageLanguages ENGLISH Level ExcellentResearch Field Chemistry Years of Research Experience 1 – 4Additional InformationEligibility criteria– Suitability of the candidate’s background for the tasks to be carried out: 70/100– Synergy between the group and the candidate: 20/100– Motivation of the candidate for the project: 10/100Minimum score to pass the selection process: 70/100 points.Selection processAn interview will be conducted if the evaluation committee deems it necessary.Required documentation:

• CV (include contact details of people from whom references or reports can be requested)

• Motivational letter

• Registration form (Appendix 3)

*Be in possession of the doctor’s degree at the time of the formalization of the contract.Additional commentsDuration of the contract of employment: 12 months, renewable up to 30/09/2028.The candidate proposed for hiring must accept the job offer within 3 working days from the date of notification of the selection.Priority will be given to people with disabilities (Law 89/2015 of June 2, reserve of quota 2% in favour of people with disabilities in companies of 50 or more people).Be aware that the starting date sets in this offer is an estimate date. The official starting date will depend on the bureaucratic time that will take the preparation of the labour contract and presentation of the necessary documents to be hired by the selected candidate.For additional information regards this offer, please, contact Dr. Bart Limburg:Work Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Universitat de Barcelona Country Spain State/Province Barcelona City Barcelona Postal Code 08028 Street Martí i Franquès, 1-11 GeofieldContact State/ProvinceBarcelona CityBarcelona WebsiteStreetGran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 585 Postal Code08007 E-Mailblimburg@ub.eduSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

Expected salary

€26029 per year

Location

Barcelona

Job date

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 07:24:40 GMT

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