ISOF_267_2023_BO
Application deadline: June 23, 2023
We are looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our ongoing research efforts in the production and characterization of porous membranes-composites for water purification. The expected start date for this position is September 1, 2023.
Project Description
The successful candidate will join our experimental team in advancing our capabilities on combining graphene and related materials with commercial polymers to obtain new filters able to remove from water emerging contaminants (EC) which cannot be removed by standard filters. These includes antibiotics, pesticides, cosmetics and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
The job location is at CNR-ISOF Institute (Bologna, Italy) in the frame of LIFE20 ENV/IT/001001 “Give plastic wastes from the production of hollow-fiber membranes a second life”. Start Date: 01/09/2021. End Date: 28/02/2025.
Job Description/Responsibilities
You will perform experimental research, both individually and as part of our team, in the field of chemistry and materials science. Depending on your background and interests, you may contribute to aspects such as the following:
– preparation of porous membranes-composites and related characterization
– adsorption isotherms, filtration procedures
– inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS)
– liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry (LC/MS)
– technologies and procedures for water purification
In doing so, you will take advantage of the extensive infrastructure and expertise available in our team and division. Your research will benefit from regular interactions with our collaborators based in neighbouring divisions as well as with our international partners in the project. We expect you to contribute to the informal supervision of younger graduate students.
Qualifications
You hold a Master in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Technologies and PhD in Chemical Sciences, Biochemical Sciences or Biotechnology Sciences.
You have a strong interest in chemistry and materials science, and in supramolecular processes that take place in materials at the nanoscale. You have interest in developing novel technologies to fight pollution and improve the environment.
Contract Terms
This postdoc position is a full-time temporary employment for one year, renewable for multiple years. You need to have Documented experience in using the MS-Office package; Good Knowledge of English language;
Application Procedure
The call for application ISOF_267_2023_BO is available at this link:
CV: (Please name the document as: CV, Surname, Ref. number) including:
• CV, include complete list of publications
• Two references that we can contact.
Personal Letter: (Please name the document as: Personal letter, Family name, Ref. number)
1-2 pages where you:• Introduce yourself• Describe your previous research fields and main research results• Describe your future goals and future research focus
Other Documents:
• Attested copies of completed education, grades and other certificates.
Application Deadline: June 23, 2023
For questions, please contact: concorsi.assegni@isof.cnr.it
Tel: 0516399930