Nano- and micro-sized materials with functions determined at the molecular level require an effective and well-defined pattern to assemble and organize in order to potentially improve their performance. In this context, microfluidic platforms have gained a growing interest since they can handle reactions at micro-scale, where some fluidic physical phenomena are dramatically different from those observed in the macroscopic setting. For example, fine spatial localization of small reagent volumes, controlled solvent evaporation, and a special synergy between diffusion times of reagents and their reactivity, are some of the unique features that have evoked a significant interest in nano- or microsized assembly of materials by microfluidics means. Herein, we propose a PhD position where site-specific crystal growth and device fabrication will be explored employing microfluidic technologies.
Your tasks
• Design and fabrication of microfluidic platforms and devices including their characterization
• Study and characterize platforms which enable control crystal growth and device fabrication
• Electrical characterization of the materials used and their study as sensory elements
• Publication of results in scientific journals and at international conferences
Your profile
• Master in nanotechnology, chemistry or materials science
• Skills and expertise in organic synthesis and electronics
• Knowledge in advanced drawing software such as AutoCAD
• Good knowledge of English is a requisite and preferably has good knowledge of German
We offer a challenging position in a materials research institution with outstanding infrastructure and an interdisciplinary surrounding. The position is available upon agreement.
Please send your application including a CV and names and addresses of two references.
Please submit your application online and upload all documents ("pdf") through this webpage: www.empa.ch/jobs.