Postdoctoral Researcher Ref Postdoc 2024-18 PB

The Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Ballester research group. This position will be cofunded by the State Research Agency/Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation.

ICIQ is one of the worlds internationally recognized leading institutions in the field of chemistry committed to solving major social and economic challenges by conducting top quality research in three main areas: Sustainable Catalysis Renewable Energy and Health. The institute also aims at training the future generation of scientists by offering highquality educational programs to master PhD students and postdoctoral researchers (full details on ).

Description of the project: The project aims to selfassembling large molecular cages based on dynamically covalent imine bonds. We propose the study and characterization (kinetically and thermodynamically) of the complexes formed by cages with polar neutral and ionic compounds both in organic solvents and in water. Finally we aim at including chemical reactions in the prepared cages to evaluate the acceleration levels achieved by their enzymelike properties in converting bimolecular reactions into unimolecular counterparts upon substrates binding.

Responsibilities

• The position will involve carrying out the synthesis of organic molecules and the use of a wide range of techniques for the physicalchemical characterization of supramolecular complexes (NMR UVVis and ITC).
• Assist in the training and supervision of students projects and in the development of students research skills.
• Writing of scientific reports and manuscripts.
• Assist in the manuscripts revision and writing of research projects.

Requirements:

• PhD in Chemistry from 2021 or later
• Expertise in multistep organic synthesis.
• Experience in the field of supramolecular chemistry
• Demonstrated experience in writing and publishing research results in top scientific journals.
• Experience in spectroscopic techniques (e.g. UVVis fluorescence NMR).
• Leadership and responsibility in the development of academic research projects.
• Excellent command of English (written and oral) is required.

We offer:

• A 3year fulltime contract.
• Remuneration according to individuals qualification/experience.
• Annual salary split in twelve monthly payments
• Incorporation: SeptemberOctober 2024

OTMR principles in the selection processes

ICIQ follows the principles of Open Transparent and Meritbased Recruitment (OTMR) and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers as established by the European Commission.

ICIQ follows in its selection process a gender equality opportunity policy and a nondiscrimination policy on the basis of age ethnic or social origin religion or belief sexual orientation language and disability.

ICIQ is committed to promoting a worklife balance for its employees and as such offers flexible working hours.

Selection Process

ICIQs selection process usually entails the following phases:

• Preselection: The preselection process will be based on qualifications and expertise as reflected on the candidates CVs. This phase is meritbased.
• Interview: Preselected candidates will be interviewed by the Hiring Manager of the position and the appointed Selection Committee.
• Offer Letter:Once the successful candidate is selected the People Unit will extend a Job Offer specifying the start day salary and overall job conditions.

For further information you can visit our HR Excellence in Research page at: HR Excellence in Research (iciq.org)

This position will be partially funded by the State Research Agency/Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation.