Postdoctoral Researcher
Postdoctoral Researcher
Employer
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
Location
Tsukuba, Ibaraki (JP)
Salary
Followed by NIMS regulations. Commutation allowance and national insurance are also provided.
Closing date
15 Jun 2025
Website
https://www.nims.go.jp/eng/employment/data/t87kp90000004h7z.html
Job Details
Creation of advanced solvent-free, π-conjugated molecular liquid materials at room temperature.
Research into improving the functionality of π-liquid materials, including the development of liquid electrets and the creation of functional π-gels.
Applicant should (or is expected to) have a Ph.D. degree in the field of chemistry.
Organic synthesis (essential); experience in synthesizing π-conjugated molecules preferred.
Supermolecular chemistry, π-conjugated molecular and polymer materials, energy harvesting, and sensors for healthcare applications are key areas of research.
Key Publications related to the subject: Angew. Chem. Int. Ed., 2024, 63, e202402874; Mater. Horiz., 2023, 10, 3458–3466; Polym. J., 2022, 55, 529–535; Nature Commun., 2019, 10, 4210.
Applicants should have sufficient communication skills in Japanese or English.