Doctoral Researcher in the field of Organic and Polymer Chemistry

Department of Chemistry invites applications for a fixed-term position of

Doctoral Researcher

in the field of Organic and Polymer Chemistry. The position is to be filled before January 01, 2025 starting as agreed. Recommendable duration of the fixed-term period is three years.

Eligibility Requirements

The appointee must obtain the right to pursue a doctoral degree at the University of Helsinki within the probation period. The employment contract can only begin once the degree that qualifies for doctoral study (a higher university degree or equivalent) has been completed. The duration of the employment contract depends on the phase of the appointee's thesis and starts with a probation period of six months. The duties may also include teaching and other tasks for up to 5 % of the annual working time.

The competitive candidate should hold an MSc degree in organic chemistry or polymer chemistry. Expertise in synthesis and analysis (NMR and optical spectroscopy) of organic molecules and materials is a pre-requisite for the position. We are looking for a creative and independent thinker with strong analytical skills and a passion for academic science. Strong command in written and spoken English is required. In addition, we appreciate lab equipment skills. The doctoral researcher is expected to complete the doctoral studies within three years and publish at least 3 scientific articles as the first author.

Key words

Superbase ionic liquid, cellulose, polymer synthesis, polymer modification, phase separation in polymer solutions, nuclear magnetic resonance, optical spectroscopy, differential scanning calorimetry

How to apply

Please submit your application, together with the required attachments, through the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the link "Apply now". Applicants who are currently employed by the University of Helsinki are requested to submit their application via the SAP Fiori portal at https://msap.sap.helsinki.fi. The closing date for applications is October 31, 2024.

The following English-language documents must be enclosed with applications:

1) A curriculum vitae; 2) A statement (max 1 page) outlining applicants research experience, interests, motivation, and personal assessment of suitability for a given position; 3) A numbered list of publications (if any) with description of own contribution.

Detailed information on the CV and list of publications can be obtained online: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-social-sciences/faculty/work-faculty-social-sciences/instructions-applying-teacher-and-researcher-positions

Additional information regarding the position can be inquired from Prof. Ilkka Kilpeläinen  (ilkka.kilpelainen(at)helsinki.fi or Docent Vladimir Aseyev (vladimir.aseyev(at)helsinki.fi).