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PhD Student-Scholarship Holder (f/m) at Institute of Polymer and Dye Technology, Faculty of Chemistry Lodz University of Technology
Lodz University of Technology is one of the finest universities of technology in Poland. Its tradition and experience in training professionals and conducting research date back 80 years. It is an attractive partner for business. It cooperates with the largest national and international corporations. It conducts research of a European standard, develops new technologies and creates innovation in collaboration with the leading research centers all over the world. One of the pillars of Lodz University of Technology management is equal treatment of staff regardless of their gender, age, race or other demographic and social characteristics. In 2016, TUL was the first technical university in Poland to receive the HR Excellence in Research award certifying that the University adheres to the principles of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers.
The aim of the competition is to select a candidate who will be involved in research within the project “Development of rigorous tools for identifying and elucidating the role of reactive oxygen and nitrogen species generated during ferroptosis” funded under the SONATA 20 programme of the National Science Centre (Poland).
Principal Investigator (PI): Dr inż. Aleksandra Grzelakowska
Number of Scholarships: 1
Position title: PhD Student-Scholarship Holder (f/m) at the Institute of Polymer and Dye Technology, Faculty of Chemistry, Lodz University of Technology
1. The requirements for the candidate:
• Completed university studies in chemistry/chemical technology or related fields. Applicants in the final year of master’s studies may apply if they provide a supervisor’s letter confirming graduation before the project start date.
• Status as a PhD student at the Interdisciplinary Doctoral School of Lodz University of Technology at the time of starting the project tasks (https://www.p.lodz.pl/en/about-interdisciplinary-doctoral-school).
• Documented laboratory experience (e.g., through internships, fellowships, or other practical work).
• Good knowledge of and scientific interest in organic and/or biological chemistry.
• Good command of English to enable independent use of scientific literature and academic communication.
Due to the scope and nature of the project tasks, the following will be considered an asset:
- familiarity with spectroscopic methods and their application to the identification of organic compounds;
- ability to work in a team, strong motivation and enthusiasm for conducting scientific research and further academic development, creativity, and independence in planning and conducting experiments.
2. Working conditions:
• NCN research fellowship within the SONATA 20 project, funded by the National Science Centre, with a monthly gross–gross stipend of PLN 5,000.
• The fellowship is awarded in accordance with the rules set out in the NCN Research Fellowship Regulations for research projects funded by the National Science Centre, adopted by Resolution No. 25/2024 of the NCN Council on 4 March 2024.
• Expected starting date: October 2026.
3. Description of the expected scope of tasks and responsibilities:
The position is a PhD student-scholarship holder (f/m) for the implementation of research tasks within a grant funded by the National Science Centre (NCN) under the SONATA 20 programme: “Development of rigorous tools for identifying and elucidating the role of reactive oxygen and nitrogen species generated during ferroptosis” (the project abstract is available https://www.ncn.gov.pl/sites/default/files/listy-rankingowe/2024-09-16-…).
Within the project, the PhD student-scholarship holder (f/m) will conduct research aimed at developing new chemical biology tools for the identification of oxidants involved in, and generated during ferroptosis, as well as tools enabling the induction of lipid peroxidation at defined cellular locations, a key process driving ferroptotic cell death.
PhD student-scholarship holder (f/m) is expected to:
- conduct research related to the project subject;
- actively participate in the activities of the research team;
- present research results at seminars and conferences;
- prepare partial research reports;participate in the preparation and writing of scientific publications;
- contribute to the organizational activities of the Institute of Polymer and Dye Technology, the Faculty of Chemistry, and Lodz University of Technology in areas related to the project implementation.
4. List of required documents: in attachments
5. Place, form, and deadline for submitting documents
• Applications should be sent electronically to the following email address: aleksandra.grzelakowska@p.lodz.pl. Please include “SONATA 20 PhD student-scholarship holder competition” in the subject line of the email. All required documents/attachments must be submitted in PDF format (the total size of all files should not exceed 10 MB).
• Application deadline: rolling basis until 31 August 2026 (23:59).
• Selection procedure: applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis in the order of submission. Once a suitable candidate has been selected, the competition will be closed.
6. Additional information:
• The competition is open. The recruitment procedure will be conducted in accordance with the rules of the “Regulations on the Awarding of Fellowships in Research Projects Funded by the National Science Centre” (Annex to NCN Council Resolution No. 25/2024 of 4 March 2024).
• Candidates who meet the formal requirements and the project criteria will be invited for a qualifying interview. Information regarding the interview will be sent to candidates by email.
The aim of the competition is to select a candidate who will be involved in research within the project “Development of rigorous tools for identifying and elucidating the role of reactive oxygen and nitrogen species generated during ferroptosis” funded under the SONATA 20 programme of the National Science Centre (Poland).
Principal Investigator (PI): Dr. Aleksandra Grzelakowska
Number of Scholarships: 1
Position title: PhD Student-Scholarship Holder (f/m) at the Institute of Polymer and Dye Technology, Faculty of Chemistry, Lodz University of Technology
Details in the attachment.
PhD position in Stretchable Organic Electronics.
Project description.
Our research team in the Department of Molecular Physics at the Lodz University of Technology (www.kfm.p.lodz.pl) investigates novel applications of mechanically flexible and stretchable organic electronics. Within the framework of a project, you will be responsible for deposition of thin films on stretchable substrates and testing in electronic devices as well as studying their supramolecular structure. You will closely cooperate with members of the department and technical university, but also with external partners within international interdisciplinary cooperations. The results will be published in high-ranking peer-reviewed journals and communicated on international conferences by the applicant.
Requirements
An above average Master’s degree in chemistry, physics, material science or electrical engineering is required. Ideally, you have already a background in organic electronics or in thin film deposition of conjugated polymers and molecules. This includes experimental techniques such as thin film deposition, electrical and optical characterization methods. As researcher you work independently and creatively, and enjoy working in cross-cultural and diverse teams and have a strong command of English.
Our offer
We offer a fascinating and excellent interdisciplinary research environment. You will have the opportunity to visit our international collaboration partners to enlarge your experience and gain new competencies.
Employment conditions: Doctoral scholarships in the range between PLN 3000 - 5000 gross depending on the stage of the PhD study, with the posibility of additional independent scholarships.
All relevant application documents (CV, letter of motivation, records on previous education and certificates (Master, Bachelor or Diploma) with official confirmation (a, b and c)* need to be sent to: Prof. Dr. Wojciech Pisula, pisula@mpip-mainz.mpg.de
* official confirmation - a) a legalized, including by a Polish consular office operating in the country of issuance of the document (or with an apostille clause) confirming the course of first- and second-cycle studies (supplement or Transcript of Records referred to in 1 (5);
b) certified translation (into Polish or English) of the documents if the originals of these documents have been issued in a language other than Polish or English (the submission of a certified translation of documents does not replace the obligation to submit the original documents in the language in which they were issued by the university)
c) a statement from the University reading: "the Applicant's second-cycle diploma entitles the Applicant to apply for the award of a doctoral degree in the country where the diploma was issued";
Please include in your offer:
“I hereby give consent for my personal data included in my application to be processed for the purposes of the recruitment process under the Personal Data Protection Act as of 29 August 1997, consolidated text: Journal of Laws 2016, item 922 as amended.”
Application deadline: 30.05.2024
PhD position in Stretchable Organic Electronics - Department of Molecular Physics
Project description
Our research team in the Department of Molecular Physics at the Lodz University of Technology (www.kfm.p.lodz.pl) investigates novel applications of mechanically flexible and stretchable organic electronics. Within the framework of a two years project, you will be responsible for deposition of thin films on stretchable substrates and testing in electronic devices as well as studying their supramolecular structure. You will closely cooperate with members of the department and university, but also with external partners within international interdisciplinary cooperations. The results will be published in high-ranking peer-reviewed journals and communicated on international conferences by the applicants.
Requirements
An above average master’s degree in chemistry, physics, material science or electrical engineering are required. Ideally, you have already a background in organic electronics or in thin film deposition of conjugated polymers and molecules. This includes experimental techniques such as thin film deposition, electrical and optical characterization methods. As researcher you work independently and creatively, enjoy working in cross-cultural and diverse teams and have a strong command of English.
Our offer
We offer a fascinating and challenging research in a modern field with exciting projects in an excellent interdisciplinary environment. You will have the opportunity to visit our international collaboration partners to enlarge your experience and gain new competencies.
Employment conditions: Doctoral scholarships in the amount of PLN 4200 gross for 18 months (until the end of the grant) and then in the amount in accordance with Article 209 of the Act of 20 July 2018. Law on Higher Education and Science.
All relevant application documents (CV, Letter of motivation, Records on previous education and certificates (Master, Bachelor or Diploma)) need to be sent to: Prof. Dr. Wojciech Pisula, pisula@mpip-mainz.mpg.de
Please include in your offer:
“I hereby give consent for my personal data included in my application to be processed for the purposes of the recruitment process under the Personal Data Protection Act as of 29 August 1997, consolidated text: Journal of Laws 2016, item 922 as amended.”
Application deadline: 10.02.2024
Interviews: 12 - 17.02.2024