PhD in Physical Chemistry with focus on Organic Photocatalysts for Proton and CO2 Reduction - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The Department of Chemistry - Ångström Laboratory conducts research and education in chemistry. The Department has over 300 active persons with about 200 employees in addition to guest researchers and students doing research at the master level. The annual turnover is about 200 million SEK. For more information, visit Chemistry Ångström's website.

The project is positioned at the division of physical chemistry at the Department of Chemistry – Ångström Laboratory.

Duties: The research project will focus on study of polymer nano-dots in photocatalysis, particularly for hydrogen evolution and carbon dioxide reduction, by using electrochemistry, spectroscopy and photocatalytic characterization. The goal of this project is to understand the working principle of polymer nano-dot photocatalysts and to develop new and more efficient systems for light driven fuels production from water and/or carbon dioxide. Outcomes from the project will contribute new knowledge and methods to the research community of solar energy conversion and storage.  

Requirements: The applicant is expected to have a Master degree in Chemistry or equivalent. The applicant should have basic knowledge in photocatalysis, spectroscopy, photochemistry and documented practical experience in these areas. The candidate should have strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Application: The application should include a statement of research interest, CV, certificates of exams, degrees and grades, a copy of Master thesis, published article or relevant materials, if available. Also, contact information of at least two reference persons should be included.

Rules governing Ph.D. candidates are set out in the Higher Education Ordinance Chapter 5, §§ 1-7 and in Uppsala university's rules and guidelines.

Uppsala University strives to be an inclusive workplace that promotes equal opportunities and attracts qualified candidates who can contribute to the University’s excellence and diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people of all backgrounds.

Pay: According to local agreement for PhD students and teaching assistants.
 
Starting date: 01-07-2018 or as otherwise agreed.

Type of employment: Temporary position for four years. 

Working hours: 100%

For further information about the position please contact Dr. Haining Tian, 0184713640, haining.tian@kemi.uu.se.

Please submit your application by 4 June 2018, UFV-PA 2018/1767.

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