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Nanoparticles with functionally tuned shell surfaces can be of particular interest in various applications, such as electrosynthesis, electrocatalysis, and sensing. The proposed project with in Opus 25 will implement an electrochemical impact method for core-shell nanoparticle synthesis. Several functional and self-assembling monomers are planned to be synthesized for that purpose. The structural formula of these synthesized monomers will be based on its application in electrocatalysis and molecular recognition. Additionally, self-assembling monomers are planned to be synthesized. The project will also broaden fundamental knowledge of polymer science technology, nano-impact electrochemistry, and analytical chemistry. The proposed project will employ different technologies to propose a measurement system for environmental pollution due to antibiotics.

   The proposed fundamental research will also involve knowledge of mimicking natural molecular recognition in artificial analytical systems by target analyte molecular imprinting. The current project proposal is also focused on the realization of a novel method of preparing nanoparticles and applying them to perform a label-free detection and determination of antibiotics with high sensitivity (up to ng/L).

Post-doc will be involved in the synthesis of functionalized electropolymerizable and self-assembling monomers, confirmation of synthesis of desired products through mass, element, NMR and IR analysis.

It is expected that the successful candidate will be able to perform experiments independently, plan the workflow and participate in the decision-making process.

Responsibilities:

• Planning, and carrying out experimental work independently and maintenance of research data.
• Preparation of reports and manuscripts.
• Regular reporting and presenting at group meetings. Dissemination of results in national and international conferences.
• Contribution to the efficient functioning of the lab (according to safety regulations), including necessary organizational tasks.

We offer a post-doctoral position (full-time employment) in the Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS with a gross salary of around 9600 PLN per month financed from the NCN OPUS 25 Project No. 2023/49/B/ST11/01771. 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 extensions based on the performance (the maximum duration of the contract is planned for 24 months).

The project deals with electrochemistry, nanotechnology, and material sciences due to that the successful candidate will benefit in the form of new knowledge and methods added to his/her toolbox.

The successful candidate will be able to take advantage of all programs in the IPC PAS, including Young Scientists of IPC PAS competition and Mobility of Young Scientists of IPC PAS competition.

Institute provides an opportunity to participate in ERASMUS+ programme.

1.  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.  Background in organic synthesis, and characterization techniques.

5.  Fluent in English (written and spoken).

6.  Strong motivation to work.

7.  Research experience in the electrochemistry fields will be advantageous.

The Commission will take into account the following criteria:

a) competencies of candidates for specific tasks in a research project,

b) previous scientific achievements of candidates,

c) awards and distinctions of the candidate resulting from the conducted research.

The commission evaluates applications on a point scale.