The Department of Chemistry in the Faculty of Mathematics and Science is seeking to recruit a Postdoctoral Researcher in Inorganic Chemistry starting October 1st, 2024, or as soon as possible after that for two years. The fixed-term position is part of the EU LIFE consortium project PlastLIFE (https://www.materiaalitkiertoon.fi/en-US/PlastLIFE) coordinated by the Finnish Environment Institute. The inorganic chemistry group at the University of Jyväskylä is part of this active consortium (https://www.jyu.fi/en/projects/plastlife-chemistry).

Plastics ending up in the environment is one of today's major environmental challenges. In addition to the chemicals in plastics, plastics and especially microplastics can accumulate chemical compounds and ions from the environment. Such enrichment of compounds increases the environmental impact of plastics, for example, when microplastics end up in organisms.

The aim of the chemistry team at the University of Jyväskylä is to investigate the tendency of different plastics to bind organic and inorganic compounds. The focus is on different recycled and waste plastic fractions. The second objective is to investigate the possibilities of utilizing the adsorption properties of recycled plastics in the manufacture of selective filters. The project aims at efficient filters that can be used to remove contaminants and recover valuable compounds from waste and process waters. 3D printing techniques are used as the main tools in the manufacture of filters.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking a skilled candidate who is highly motivated to promote new innovations in plastic recycling. A successful candidate should have the following:

Strong expertise in inorganic and/or organic analytics.
Experience in chromatographic analysis techniques.
Experience in chemical synthesis, especially polymer synthesis.
Knowledge about powder-bed fusion 3D printing techniques.
Doctoral degree in Chemistry or Chemical technology

Experience in BET, ICP, XRD, and thermoanalytical methods is considered an advantage for the applicant.

The duties, qualification requirements, and language skills of a postdoctoral researcher are stipulated by the University of Jyväskylä Regulations and language skills guidelines. The PhD degree required for the position must have been completed before the starting date. A trial period of six months will be used in the beginning of the employment.

Benefits

At the University of Jyväskylä, you are a recognized member of our community with a unique opportunity to influence international research. You get to participate in our international and multidisciplinary community where the welfare of each individual is important. At the University of Jyväskylä, we offer a great and lively campus area with opportunities to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle.

The chemistry department and nanoscience center provide an excellent, up-to-date research environment and supportive work atmosphere where interdisciplinary collaboration is cherished.

Finland has a high standard of living, with free schooling (also in English), affordable childcare, good family benefits, and healthcare. Jyväskylä is located in central Finland in the Finnish lakeland and has excellent opportunities for different nature, outdoor, and sports activities. The city of Jyväskylä is a major educational center and the city has a large student population. As such there is a vibrant cultural scene in the city. To find useful information about the University of Jyväskylä, the City of Jyväskylä and living in Finland, see the University's International Staff Guide.

The annual salary range for the postdoctoral researchers will be approximately 44,000 - 51,000 EUR, gross income, including holiday bonus), depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

How to apply?

The application documents that should be included in PDF format:

A Curriculum vitae, composed according to good scientific practice and considering the template for researcher´s curriculum vitae by The Finnish Advisory Board on Research Integrity and including contact information of two academics who can provide reference letters.
An informal motivation/cover letter, including your research interests, career goals and previous experience and merits in relation to the qualifications for this position.
A numbered list of publications.
Relevant certificates / diplomas.
*Research plan is not mandatory, please submit your motivation/cover letter here again if our application form requires it.

Applicants are kindly asked to submit their applications using the online application form by August 11th, 2024. Applications sent via emails are not considered.

Eligible candidates will be evaluated based on the submitted documents following the recommendations for the responsible evaluation of a researcher in Finland. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a personal interview. For further information, please contact Professor Matti Haukka, matti.o.haukka@jyu.fi.

We value equality and diversity in our work community and encourage qualified applicants, regardless of background, to apply for this position.

Department of Chemistry

The main strength areas of the chemistry department are structural and synthetic chemistry, computational chemistry and spectroscopy, renewable natural resources and chemistry of living environment, and education in chemistry. Moreover, the department is a member of the Nanoscience Center of University of Jyväskylä, which promotes interdisciplinary research projects in nanoscience. The department has world-class laboratory infrastructure and large-scale computational resources.

The University of Jyväskylä is a human-centered environment of 2,500 experts and 14,500 students. Our goal is to create wisdom and wellbeing for all. JYU's naturally beautiful campus is located in the heart of the city of Jyväskylä. JYU is the third largest employer in Central Finland.

Location: Seminaarinkatu 15

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Job details

Title

Postdoctoral Researcher in Inorganic Chemistry

Employer

University of Jyväskylä

Location

Seminaarinkatu 15 Jyväskylä, Finland

Published

2024-06-28

Application deadline

2024-08-11 23:59 (Europe/Helsinki)
2024-08-11 22:59 (CET)

Job type

Postdoc

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