PhD position: DNA Nanotechnology and Active Plasmonics 1160 views

The Molecular Nanoengineering group at the Department of Neuroscience and Biomedical Engineering, Aalto University is inviting applications for a motivated and talented doctoral candidate with an aptitude for interdisciplinary experimental research.

About the Research:

• The Molecular Nanoengineering group operates at the interface of nanoscience, DNA nanotechnology, molecular self-assembly and nanophotonics with particular focus on DNA-based self-assembled systems with functionalities tailored for biosensing, active plasmonics and nanomachinery.
• The group is led by Assistant Professor Anton Kuzyk.

Requirements:

• Candidate must hold Master’s degree and have solid background in Applied Physics, Bionanotechnology, Physical Chemistry, Material Science or Chemical Engineering.
• Previous experience in nanomicroscopy (AFM, TEM, SEM), DNA nanotechnology, colloidal synthesis and nanophotonics is an advantage.
• Candidate should have good communication skills, good analytical and experimental skills and ability to work independently toward the goals of his/her project.
• The position requires excellent written and spoken English.

Duration: 04 years

Applications:

Apply online and include at least the following attachments as a single pdf document in English:

• Curriculum vitae (no size limit)
• Transcript of records (no size limit)
• Description of research skills, experience and publications (no size limit)
• Short statement of interest and motivation (max 1 page)
• Recommendation letter(s) or names and contact details of your previous supervisors