CO₂CHEM - REDOX-NEUTRAL PHOTOCATALYTIC C-H CARBOXYLATION OF HYDROCARBONS WITH CO₂

Description of tasks:

• studies on a model C-H carboxylation of aliphatic hydrocarbons via single electron-reduction of CO₂;
• evaluation of various dyes;
• synthesis of cobalt complexes, evaluation of their catalytic efficacy in photo-organo-metal catalysed C-H carbonylation with CO generated in situ;
• training PhD student

Offer:

Career development opportunities:

• work in dynamic team,
• access to research infrastructure,
• professional development in the field of photocatalysis,
• the possibility of cooperation with foreign research centers, with University of Regensburg, Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy
• the possibility of further professional development at the IOC PAS

Requirements:

• PhD in organic or inorganic not earlier than in 2015. This period is extended by the duration of maternity/paternity leaves (according to NSC rules).
• effective written and oral communication skills in English.

• strong skills in organometallic chemistry, experience in photochemistry will be an asset;
• data analysis and interpretation, especially in trouble shooting during the research;
• excellent reaction trouble shooting ability;
• experience in safe handling of air-sensitive materials;
• ability in design of cobalt-complexes as well as corresponding synthetic pathways, multi-step synthesis, purification, and analysis of metal-complexes and organic molecules;

• creativity, independence and responsibility
• strong ability to guide and train students in experiment design and operation.

Candidate evaluation criteria:

• scientific achievements measured by the quality and quantity of scientific publications or granted/pending patents
• knowledge of organic chemistry
• Candidate's professional experience
• career mobility (research internships, work in industry, change of scientific profile)
• awards or distinctions
• opinions about the Candidate contained in the letters of recommendation
• language knowledge enabling conducting scientific research

List of required documents:

• Candidate's Curriculum Vitae
• description of scientific achievements, including a list of publications, ongoing projects, etc.
• diplomas and certificates confirming qualifications, completed courses, completed training,
• cover letter
• two letters of recommendation and references from previous employers/supervisors
• consent to the processing of the Candidate's personal data for the purposes of the competition

Along with the required documents, please submit (or send a scan) a signed consent to the processing of personal data available at: https://www.icho.edu.pl/en/cooperations/career/