Up to 48 months contract (first contract 14 months) | Hautcharage

Are you passionate about research? So are we! Come and join us

You’d like to contribute as a researcher? Join our Functional Polymers research unit

• Design of polymeric materials such as thermoplastics, thermosets, elastomers and (nano)composites with advanced functionality, high performance, enhanced safety and sustainability in mind, in service of industrial and societal needs
• Valorisation of alternative feedstocks (biomass, waste materials, etc.)
• Development of novel, safe (re)processing and advanced manufacturing technologies, including additive manufacturing and 3D printing, both for efficiently producing new materials and managing end-of-life
• Generation of the fundamental understanding essential to the control of structure, viscoelastic, mechanical and tribological performance and transport behaviour of polymeric materials and composites through polymer physics, advanced characterisation and molecular modelling

How will you contribute?

• Synthesis and characterization of model molecules containing benzoxazine groups and phosphate esters.
• Investigation of molecular interactions in the synthesized compounds.
• Development of new precursors inspired by findings from model molecules.
• Comprehensive characterization including molecular, viscoelastic, and fire-retardant properties.
• Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to apply findings in practical and industrially relevant contexts.
• Dissemination of project results through reports, deliverables, and publications in scientific journals and conferences; participation in regular meetings and effective communication of findings in both oral and written formats.
• Constructive engagement with a diverse team, contributing positively to the success of the project.

Is your profile described below? Are you our future colleague? Apply now!

Your LIST benefits

• A motivation letter oriented towards the position and detailing your experience;
• A scientific CV with contact details;
• List of publications and patents
• Contact details of 2 references.

• LIST is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring and retaining diverse personnel. We value all applicants and will consider all competent candidates for employment without regard to national origin, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age or disability;
• Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled;
• An assessment committee will review the applications and select candidates based on guidelines that aim to ensure equal opportunities;
• The main criteria for selection will be the correspondence of the existing skills and expertise of the applicant with the requirements mentioned above;

• Supervisor: Dr. Pierre VERGE
• Work location: Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST), Bascharage, Luxembourg
• Ph D enrolment: University of Luxembourg, Belval, Luxembourg
• Candidates shall be available for starting their position in February 2025. Please note that university enrolment fees (currently 200 EUR per semester) must be covered by the successful applicant.