Postdoctoral Researcher in Electrospinning
Stockholms Universitet / Kemistjobb / Stockholm
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hela Sverige Postdoctoral Researcher in Electrospinning of Cellulose Nanocomposite Fibers at the Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry. Reference number SU FV-1047-15. Deadline for applications: May 30, 2015.
Project description
We are inviting a self-motivated and creative individual to apply for one postdoctoral opening that involves developing new electrospinning techniques for cellulose nanocrystal based fibers. Electrospinning provide several potential advantages in cellulose nanocomposite processing including i) reinforcing effect for electrospun fibers which are inherently weak; ii) orientation of nanocellulose under the influence of electric field; iii) self assembling of nanocellulose under the influence of electric field; iv) introduction of functional properties for the fibers and the fiber mats depending on the surface characteristics of the used nanocellulose. The project aims to develop electrospun nanocomposite fibers with high concentrations of cellulose nanocrystals (> 50 wt%) in a biopolymer phase (cellulose acetate, polylactic acid or chitosan) to produce functional fibers capable of specific interactions with metal ions, virus, dyes etc in aqueous medium. The fibers will be spun in the form of random mats and used as affinity membranes taking advantage of the surface functionality and surface morphology of the electrospun fibers.
Qualification requirements
The applicant should have a PhD degree in Materials Chemistry or Polymers, Bionanocomposites (or related field) and significant experience in nanocelluose based materials and/or electrospinning.
Assessment criteria
For a postdoctoral position the candidate must have received a PhD degree no more than three years prior to the application deadline, unless there are special circumstances such as illness, parental leave, union duties or similar.
The selection is based primarily on scientific excellence in the field of electrospinning; previous experience with developing methods for processing and characterization of cellulose nanocomposites is a requirement. Applications will be judged particularly on the grounds of scientific rigorousness and how well the applicant can be integrated into the planned project. Well documented abilities to write scientific text in English is an important qualification.
Terms of employment
The position is financially support by WWSC and the selected candidate will have the possibility to work in close collaboration with WWSC researchers. Intended starting date is from August 2015 (the precise date is negotiable).
Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all.
Information
Further information about the Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry may be found at
www.mmk.su.se .
Application
The application must include:
• Letter of interest with a description of research interests and previous experience with nanocomposites, elctrospinning and/or other techniques, relevant for the present position
• CV and publication list
• Copies of diploma of scientific degrees and transcripts of academic records
• Contact information of at least two referees.
Please send your application, marked with the reference number
SU FV-1047-15, no later than 30 May 2015 by e-mail as a single PDF file to:
registrator@su.se .
Include the reference number SU FV-1047-15 also in the message line of your e-mail.
Varaktighet, arbetstid
Tillsvidare
Heltid
Full-time employment for 12 months, with the possibility of further extension up to 12 months.
Publiceringsdatum2015-05-13ErsättningFast månads- vecko- eller timlön
Så ansöker duSista dag att ansöka är 2015-05-30
For inquiries, please contact Associate Professor Aji P Mathew,
aji.mathew@mmk.su.se .
Ange följande referens när du ansöker: SU FV-1047-15
Ansökan kan skickas till e-postadress:
registrator@su.seKontaktAji Mathew, Professor 08161256 (Arbetstelefon)
aji.mathew@mmk.su.seFöretagStockholms universitet
AdressStockholms universitet
Universitetsvägen 10
10691 STOCKHOLM
Övriga kontaktuppgifterTelefonnummer: 08-162000
Jobbnummer 2294426
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