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ensures a good quality of life." Dr. Shanyu Zhao, Building Energy Materials and Components "We enjoy working in a team.
For us it is important that Empa pursues topics like sustainability and innovation." Michael Levy and Nikola Tatalovic,
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PhD position on Structure Property Investigations of Phosphorus based Covalent Adaptable Networks
Share Apply now Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting-edge research, Empa's around 1,100
employees make essential contributions to the well-being of society for a future worth living. Empa is a research
institution of the ETH Domain.Crosslinked polymers (e.g. thermosets) represent an important class of high-performance
materials used in applications like transportation or sustainable energy production. In this PhD project, you will
explore the fundamental mechanisms that will enable the development of more sustainable thermosets containing dynamic
crosslinks in the future.
We are a Chemistry group at Empa with high scientific excellence that has recently developed novel covalent adaptable
networks (CANs) based on phosphorus chemistry, thereby enabling fire protection and recyclability of polymers in a
unified solution. This interdisciplinary project involves polymer chemistry and physics and is funded by the Swiss
National Science Foundation (SNSF). It is also in collaboration with the University of Ghent. The scientific questions
addressed in this project shall help to understand the local covalent and non-covalent mechanisms in CANs and correlate
them to the macroscopic properties that will later be relevant for technical application.
Your tasks
The PhD work will involve:
- Synthesizing phosphorus-containing network polymers based on phosphonate and phosphonamidate chemistry.
- Detailed rheological, thermal, mechanical and fire performance analysis of these CANs.
- Molecular structural characterization of the CANs with Solid-State NMR, X-ray analytics, Raman, AFM, etc., and
relating the features to the properties.
- Collaborate with project partners internally (Empa) and externally (UGent).
- Present project results at conferences and publish them in scientific journals.
Your profile
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic candidate with a strong organic and polymer chemistry background
who wants to bridge fundamental knowledge in polymer chemistry and physics to real-world applications. A completed
Master’s degree in polymer / organic chemistry is mandatory. Hands-on experience in organic and polymer synthesis is a
must. Prior experience in the rheology and X-ray characterization of polymers is highly desirable. Self-driven
curiosity and strong observational skills during experimentation are also highly desirable. Fluency in both verbal and
written English is required. Knowledge of the German language will be an added benefit.
Our offer
The Advanced Fibers Laboratory is in St Gallen and comprises team members who are experts in Chemistry, Physics and
Engineering. The chemistry group in the laboratory is fully equipped with the necessary infrastructure (synthesis,
thermal, fire, mechanical and structure) to perform the project. The duration of PhD position is envisioned to be 3-4
years. The PhD student will be registered in the Department of Materials at ETH and supervised by Prof. Dr. Manfred
Heuberger (PhD Promoter), Dr. Sabyasachi Gaan (Principal Investigator and co-supervisor) and Dr. Edith Perret
(co-supervisor). The desired starting date is the 1st of March 2025 or upon mutual Agreement.We live a culture of
inclusion and respect. We welcome all people who are interested in innovative, sustainable and meaningful activities -
that's what counts.We look forward to receiving your complete online application including a letter of motivation, CV,
certificates, diplomas and contact details of two reference persons. Please submit these exclusively via our job
portal. Applications by e-mail and by post will not be considered.SarahStüdli, Bereichspersonalleiterin / HR Partner
Questions?
DrSabyasachiGaan
Group Leader
Advanced Fibers
https://www.empa.ch/web/s402/overview
Your future place of work
Empa
Lerchenfeldstrasse 5
9014St. Gallen
Empa as an employer
Innovative, sustainable, meaningful activities Creating added value for society International, multicultural working
environment Freedom to create and develop Culture of inclusion and respect Excellent balance between different areas of
life Multiple award-winning and certified employer Benefits for rail, mobile, childcare, catering, etc.
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industry." Prof. Dr. Katharina Maniura, Biointerfaces "Empa's research on the highest international level plays a
leading role in the advancement of technology." Prof. Dr. Ayodhya Nath Tiwari, Thin Films and Photovoltaics "Empa's
materials science and technology research is of great benefit to society in the fields of energy, mobility,
environment, construction and health." Prof. Dr. Bernd Nowack, Technology and Society "For my research projects I use
first-class equipment. This is extremely important in dynamic 3D radiography." Dr. Ameet Aiyangar, Mechanical Systems
Engineering "Empa offers good employment conditions and supports equal opportunities. I consider this very important."
Irene Ferretto, Advanced Materials Processing "Empa has sites in three attractive regions in Switzerland. This also
ensures a good quality of life." Dr. Shanyu Zhao, Building Energy Materials and Components "We enjoy working in a team.
For us it is important that Empa pursues topics like sustainability and innovation." Michael Levy and Nikola Tatalovic,
Finances/Controlling "My work is exciting and highly diverse - and I am right there when research projects are being
implemented in NEST, Empa's research and innovation building." Yannic Trüb, Real Estate Management "At Empa I value the
good work environment and international collaboration." Subas Scheibler, Particles-Biology Interactions
PhD position on Structure Property Investigations of Phosphorus based Covalent Adaptable Networks
Share Apply now Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting-edge research, Empa's around 1,100
employees make essential contributions to the well-being of society for a future worth living. Empa is a research
institution of the ETH Domain.Crosslinked polymers (e.g. thermosets) represent an important class of high-performance
materials used in applications like transportation or sustainable energy production. In this PhD project, you will
explore the fundamental mechanisms that will enable the development of more sustainable thermosets containing dynamic
crosslinks in the future.
We are a Chemistry group at Empa with high scientific excellence that has recently developed novel covalent adaptable
networks (CANs) based on phosphorus chemistry, thereby enabling fire protection and recyclability of polymers in a
unified solution. This interdisciplinary project involves polymer chemistry and physics and is funded by the Swiss
National Science Foundation (SNSF). It is also in collaboration with the University of Ghent. The scientific questions
addressed in this project shall help to understand the local covalent and non-covalent mechanisms in CANs and correlate
them to the macroscopic properties that will later be relevant for technical application.
Your tasks
The PhD work will involve:
- Synthesizing phosphorus-containing network polymers based on phosphonate and phosphonamidate chemistry.
- Detailed rheological, thermal, mechanical and fire performance analysis of these CANs.
- Molecular structural characterization of the CANs with Solid-State NMR, X-ray analytics, Raman, AFM, etc., and
relating the features to the properties.
- Collaborate with project partners internally (Empa) and externally (UGent).
- Present project results at conferences and publish them in scientific journals.
Your profile
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic candidate with a strong organic and polymer chemistry background
who wants to bridge fundamental knowledge in polymer chemistry and physics to real-world applications. A completed
Master’s degree in polymer / organic chemistry is mandatory. Hands-on experience in organic and polymer synthesis is a
must. Prior experience in the rheology and X-ray characterization of polymers is highly desirable. Self-driven
curiosity and strong observational skills during experimentation are also highly desirable. Fluency in both verbal and
written English is required. Knowledge of the German language will be an added benefit.
Our offer
The Advanced Fibers Laboratory is in St Gallen and comprises team members who are experts in Chemistry, Physics and
Engineering. The chemistry group in the laboratory is fully equipped with the necessary infrastructure (synthesis,
thermal, fire, mechanical and structure) to perform the project. The duration of PhD position is envisioned to be 3-4
years. The PhD student will be registered in the Department of Materials at ETH and supervised by Prof. Dr. Manfred
Heuberger (PhD Promoter), Dr. Sabyasachi Gaan (Principal Investigator and co-supervisor) and Dr. Edith Perret
(co-supervisor). The desired starting date is the 1st of March 2025 or upon mutual Agreement.We live a culture of
inclusion and respect. We welcome all people who are interested in innovative, sustainable and meaningful activities -
that's what counts.We look forward to receiving your complete online application including a letter of motivation, CV,
certificates, diplomas and contact details of two reference persons. Please submit these exclusively via our job
portal. Applications by e-mail and by post will not be considered.SarahStüdli, Bereichspersonalleiterin / HR Partner
Questions?
DrSabyasachiGaan
Group Leader
Advanced Fibers
https://www.empa.ch/web/s402/overview
Your future place of work
Empa
Lerchenfeldstrasse 5
9014St. Gallen
Empa as an employer
Innovative, sustainable, meaningful activities Creating added value for society International, multicultural working
environment Freedom to create and develop Culture of inclusion and respect Excellent balance between different areas of
life Multiple award-winning and certified employer Benefits for rail, mobile, childcare, catering, etc.
Good to know
Empa website
Working in Switzerland
Employment process
Conditions of employment
Apply now