PhD position: Chemistry/Material Science 2271 views

Within the Collaborative Research Center (CRC) 1333 – Molecular Heterogeneous Catalysis in Confined Geometries at the Institute of Polymer Chemistry (Prof. Dr. Michael R. Buchmeiser), University of Stuttgart has a Doctoral Researcher position starting November 1, 2020 to work on the subproject of SFB 1333 “Immobilized molybdenum imido, tungsten imido- and tungsten oxo alkylidene N-heterocyclic carbene complexes for olefin metathesis”.

Tasks and responsibilities:

• Selection and synthesis of catalysts, tethering and immobilization on tailored mesoporous supports
• Selection of supports
• Olefin and alkyne metathesis reactions
• Study of confinement effects

Requirements:

• Applicant must hold University Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry or Materials Science.
• Knowledge on synthetic organometallic chemistry is highly desirable
• Very good written and oral communication skills (English)
• Identification with the multidisciplinary nature of the collaborative research center (catalysis, materials science, analytical chemistry, theory and simulation science) and the enthusiasm to learn beyond your individual research topic
• Willingness to actively participate in CRC events and qualification measures

Applications:

Send application together with all important documents to the Institute of Polymer Chemistry, University of Stuttgart, Prof. Dr. Michael R. Buchmeiser, Pfaffenwaldring 55, 70569 Stuttgart or to [email protected].