Research assistant in Electroanalytic studies of conducting metal-organic frameworks - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The Department of Chemistry - Ångström laboratory conducts research and education in the chemistry field. The department has more than 230 employees and has a turnover just over 230 million SEK. At the department's seven programs, we conduct very successful research of a high international standard. We have a large number of externally funded research projects, often with international cooperation and we see continued good growth in our subject area. The department has education assignments in engineering and civil engineering programs and master's programs.

Subject description: The project has components of both synthesis and analysis, and focuses on electrocatalytic processes in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). The project combines synthesis of redox-active metal-organic frameworks, and their studies with electrochemical tools. It also involves the development of electrochemical characterization techniques.

Work duties: The work duties involve performing the research in the above-mentioned project. It entails, for example, the preparation of catalytic MOF materials and an investigation of their properties. Other work duties include the analysis of the materials, and theory development to understand and simulate the factors that limit the materials’ performances. The research results are expected to be published in scientific publications. The position also involves some teaching, at most 20 %. 

Requirements:
Applicants must have:  

• Very good oral and written proficiency in English.
• Very good knowledge and documented research experience in the synthesis of metal-organic frameworks, preferable as films on electrode surfaces.
• Very good knowledge in the electrochemical characterization of MOFs, and the capacity to develop the currently used characterization methods further.

We will place great emphasis on personal suitability. Consideration will also be given to i.e. good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen the administrative work within the unit/department, as well as contribute to its future development.

Additional requirements: We will place great emphasis on personal suitability. Consideration will also be given to i.e. good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen the administrative work within the unit/department, as well as contribute to its future development.

Instructions on how to apply: Applications should include a cover letter stating the reasons why you are interested in the position and in what way the employment corresponds to your qualifications. The application should also contain a CV, degree certificate or equivalent, and other documents you wish to be considered (grade transcripts, contact information for your references, letters of recommendation, etc.).

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.

Salary: Individual pay.

Starting date: 2020-03-01. 

Type of employment: Temporary position ending 2020-09-30. 

Scope of employment: 100 %

For further information about the position, please contact: Prof. Sascha Ott; 018 481 7340; sascha.ott@kemi.uu.se. 

Please submit your application by 17 February 2020, UFV-PA 2020/104.

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