6 Mar 2026
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
University of Basel- Research Field
Chemistry » Biochemistry
Chemistry » Inorganic chemistry
Chemistry » Other- Researcher Profile
First Stage Researcher (R1)- Application Deadline
30 Apr 2026 - 21:59 (UTC)- Country
Switzerland- Type of Contract
Temporary- Job Status
Full-time- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by a EU programme- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No
Offer Description
A PhD position is available in Inorganic Chemistry in the research group of Professor Jonathan De Roo.
You can start as soon as possible.
Topic of research: Metal-organic Frameworks (MOFs) are promising for environmental remediation like CO2 capture and toxic metal absorption. We take the approach of controlling the oxo clusters building blocks before assembly into MOFs. We care about stability of the MOFs under real conditions. This is a versatile project that takes you from inorganic synthesis to materials characterization and application of oxo clusters and MOFs.
Candidates must have completed bachelor's and master's degrees in chemistry. Alternatively, a Master in Nanoscience or chemical engineering (with a sufficient chemistry component) is also acceptable. The research group works mainly in English, and a good working knowledge of both written and spoken English is required.
While employed at the University of Basel, the salary and benefits are according to the University of Basel rules.
Application / Contact
Application deadline: 30.04.2026 (asap since the position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate has been identified.)
The following documents should be upload:
1. Letter of motivation
2. CV
3. Copy of MSc-Diploma (if already available, otherwise later)
4. Names and contact details of 3 referees
Applications should be submitted in English. Enrollment at the University of Basel for the successful candidates is mandatory.
For more information, please contact Professor De Roo Email: jonathan.deroo@unibas.ch
Where to apply
- Website
- https://academicpositions.com/ad/university-of-basel/2026/phd-position-4-years-…
Requirements
- Research Field
- Chemistry
- Years of Research Experience
- 1 - 4
- Research Field
- Chemistry
- Years of Research Experience
- 1 - 4
- Research Field
- Chemistry
- Years of Research Experience
- 1 - 4
Additional Information
- Website for additional job details
https://academicpositions.com
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- University of Basel
- Country
- Switzerland
- City
- Basel
- Postal Code
- CH-4003
- Street
- Petersplatz 1
- Geofield
Contact
- City
Basel- Website
https://www.unibas.ch/en.html- Postal Code
CH-4003
STATUS: EXPIRED
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