About the position
R-Nano Lab is looking for a highly motivated researcher to join our team in the framework of HORIZON EUROPE projects. The position focuses on the chemical synthesis of polymeric materials (including thermoset resins and functional additives) and the development of resin-based formulations for sustainable coatings. The ideal candidate will contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of polymer chemistry, material science, and sustainability.
Engineering/Scientific background
- Chemist (BSc/MSc required; PhD preferred)
- Background in organic and polymer chemistry, with experience in the chemical synthesis of resins and matrix systems for composite materials.
- Expertise in polymerization processes, designing resins with dynamic covalent or reversible bonding mechanisms, and the development of tailored additive systems.
- Hands-on experience in (sustainable) coatings formulation (for fibers/textiles)
- Familiarity with analytical techniques for characterization and testing of materials (e.g. spectroscopy, chromatography, thermal analysis, microscopy)
Experience/ Skills requirements
- At least 2-year proven experience in technical implementation and reporting of EU-funded projects (e.g. H2020, Horizon Europe)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both in written and verbal, with the ability to contribute to and support technical discussions
- Comfortable managing multiple tasks and deadlines, with proactive mindset and a strong willingness to learn and contribute to innovation
Job Responsibilities:
- Implementation of Horizon Europe funded projects
- Design, synthesis, and optimization of novel resin-composite materials
- Development of reversible bond resins, polymerization processes, and resin additives
- Formulation, application, and characterization of (sustainable fiber) coatings
- Planning, organization, execution, and supervision of laboratory to pilot-scale experiments
- Detailed interpretation and documentation of experimental results
What do we offer:
- International working environment in collaboration with world-class institutions
- Opportunities for continouslearn, skill development and cross-disciplinary experience
- Engaging and stimulating scientificand academic environment
- A high level of autonomy and responsibility from early stages
Location
The working location will be the School of Chemical Engineering, at the National Technical University of Athens (Zographou campus) in Athens (Greece), with the necessity of traveling for meetings or events taking place at other partners facilities and locations within EU.
Application documents:
A complete application should be written in English and consist of:
- a full curriculum vitae,
- a cover letter describing briefly the criteria outlined and the vision for the role.
