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PhD Position - Nanoplastic Detection and Characterization
PhD Position – Nanoplastic Detection and Characterization
The BioNanomaterials Group at the Adolphe Merkle Institute (https://www.ami.swiss/bionanomaterials/en/), led by Prof. Alke Fink and Prof. Barbara Rothen-Rutishauser, is seeking applications for a PhD Position in Nanoplastic Detection and Characterization.
Detecting nanoplastics in biological fluids at relevant concentrations (µg/L to ng/L) remains a challenge due to limitations in current analytical techniques. Therefore, there is a need to develop new or modify existing technologies to detect nanoplastics (defined as plastic particles below 1 µm) in biological fluids. The PhD candidate will be tasked with developing analytical strategies to detect and characterize nanoplastics in cell culture media, blood, serum, or plasma.
Applicants must hold a master’s degree in chemistry, environmental sciences, or materials science, and have a desire to work within an interdisciplinary research group on a challenging project. Proficiency in well-established nanotechniques (such as dynamic light scattering, nanoparticle tracking analysis, UV-Vis-NIR spectroscopy, Raman, or electron microscopy) and critical thinking skills are essential requirements for the position. Additionally, candidates should possess the ability to work independently as part of a team, excellent communication skills, proficiency in English, and resilience. Previous experience in synthesizing plasmonic nanoparticles is desirable.
The Adolphe Merkle Institute offers very attractive employment conditions and provides an outstanding infrastructure within a new research facility.
The selected candidate is expected to start in July 2024. Please submit your CV, motivation letter, and contact information for at least two references as a single PDF file via email to Write an email with the subject title “PhD Position – Nanoplastic Detection”.
Contacts for further information:
Prof. Alke Fink
alke.fink@unifr.ch; T: +41 26 300 9501
Dr. Patricia Taladriz-Blanco
patricia.taladrizblanco@unifr.ch; T: +41 26 300 9517