PhD student position in Biomimetic Catalysis 80 %

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Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz Universität Zürich Vollzeit
Department of Chemistry
PhD student position in Biomimetic Catalysis
80 % A PhD student position is available in the group of Prof. Felix Zelder in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Zurich (Switzerland). The group focuses on biomimetic and analytical chemistry studies with semi-artificial metal complexes. Please find more information on our website.
Your responsibilities Porphyrinoid cofactors play important rules in biological systems ranging from the conversion of light to energy to the catalysis of difficult reactions. The project deals with the synthesis and study of metallo-corrinoids and covers fundamental and applied aspects. It includes organic as well as inorganic and electrochemical studies.
Your profile The candidate must hold a very good master degree in chemistry, shall be open-minded and highly motivated. Strong skills in synthetic/organometallic chemistry and problem solving are required. The candidate has to be familiar with standard laboratory and analytical techniques such as working under inert atmosphere, NMR, UV-Vis, IR, MS. Profound skills in English are expected. Knowledge in coordination and electrochemistry or catalysis is an advantage.
What we offer We offer an inspiring international environment and a stimulating atmosphere in our group.
Place of workInstitut für Chemie, University of Zurich, Winterthurerstrasse, Zürich, Switzerland
Start of employment October 2024 or by agreement.
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their application documents (cover letter, CV, publication list, diplomas, description of research experience and motivation (max. 1 page) and names of at least two academic references) as one PDF until latest 3rd June 2024.

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