[Sweden Scholarship]: PhD scholarship in Supramolecular Chemistry

Applicaiton Deadline: December 15, 2010 .


PhD Scholarship in Supramolecular Chemistry at KTH Sweden.
School of Chemical Sciences and Engineering invites applications for a PhD Scholarship in Supramolecular Chemistry.

KTH is the largest technical university in Sweden. Education and research cover a broad spectrum within natural sciences and engineering, as well as architecture, industrial engineering and management, urban planning, work science and environmental engineering. KTH has 13 344 full-time equivalent students, of whom 6 955 are at Bachelor (first) level, while 5 545 are at Master (second) level. In addition, 1 314 are full-time equivalent students at doctoral studies (third) level and 3 900 employees.

The School of Chemical Science and Engineering includes the areas Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Fiber and Polymer technology. It encompasses both fundamental and applied chemical sciences and seeks sustainable development through scientific excellence. Many research activities are interdisciplinary across the borders from chemistry to materials science, environmental science, biochemistry, biology and medicine.

Project
The present research project involves dynamic chemistry based on reversible interactions, especially intended for development of selected nanosystems. The programme is centered around the synthesis of molecular precursors and fabrication of nanoobjects with different properties. The work involves synthesis of building blocks, assembly/fabrication and characterization of nanoobjects, as well as evaluation in specific applications. Dynamic features of the constructs will also be evaluated. The project will be carried out at KTH, but part of the work will be performed in close collaboration with other members of a European network.

Qualifications and Contract
Only non-Swedish nationals and, preferably, citizens of the European Union are eligible. The ideal candidate for this position is an enthusiastic scientist with a master’s degree in chemistry, and with a strong background in organic chemistry and materials science. Knowledge in supramolecular chemistry is an advantage. Applicants must be strongly motivated for doctoral studies, possess the ability to work independently and perform critical analysis as well as possessing good levels of cooperative and communicative abilities. To address its varied work, KTH aims to employ a diversity of talent and thus welcomes applicants who will add to the variety of the University, especially as concerns its gender structure.

Employment
Time-limited. Starting time according to agreement.

Application for scholarship:


Applications, including CV and letters of recommendation, should be marked with Ref. no. K-2010-0542 and delivered before December 15, 2010, to:

Lena Skowron
Royal Institute of Technology
Department of Chemistry
Teknikringen 30
S-100 44 Stockholm, Sweden


skowron@kth.se
Contact
Prof. Olof Ramström
Royal Institute of Technology
Department of Chemistry
Teknikringen 30
S-100 44 Stockholm, Sweden

ramstrom@kth.se