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Postdoc Opening in Polymer Chemistry and Biomedical Polymers at the Polymer Institute of the Slovak Academy of Sciences Polymer Institute of the Slovak Academy of Sciences in Slovakia

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Chemistry

Funding

Full-time temporary postdoctoral researcher position (37.5 hours/week) starting 1 Dec 2026. The post is not funded by an EU programme. Benefits include flexible working time, international collaborations, lunch voucher contribution, and for Slovak applicants a contribution to the third pillar of the Slovak pension system. Possibility of a permanent position in the future is mentioned.

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Oct 16, 2026

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Slovakia

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Slovak Academy of Sciences

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Keywords

Chemistry
Biomedical Engineering
Materials Science
Drug Delivery
Biology
Polymer Chemistry
Pharmacy
Polymer Synthesis
Nano Particles
Biomaterials
Biopolymers
Polymer Characterization

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Open call for a postdoctoral researcher in polymer chemistry at the Polymer Institute of the Slovak Academy of Sciences in Bratislava, Slovakia.

The position is based in the Department for Biomaterials Research and focuses on the controlled synthesis and characterization of biomedical polymers, with applications in drug delivery systems and potentially mRNA delivery. Research topics include polymer synthesis, living and controlled polymerization, post-polymerization reactions, fabrication of polymeric materials (nanoparticles, conjugates, coatings, hydrogels, composites), and physicochemical characterization using NMR, FTIR, GPC, DLS, HPLC, fluorescence, UV-VIS, and Langmuir-Blodgett methods.

Optional work may include biological evaluation of polymers and biomaterials, such as in vitro cytotoxicity, CLSM imaging, and antibacterial testing under physiologically relevant conditions. The role also involves data analysis, reporting, interdisciplinary collaboration, lab safety, documentation, and contributions to papers, patents, and grant proposals.

Eligibility highlights: PhD or equivalent in macromolecular chemistry, organic chemistry, chemical engineering, pharmacy, or a related field; strong background in polymer synthesis and characterization; experience with analytical instruments and inert techniques; excellent English and Slovak; publication history in Q1/Q2 journals; ability to work independently and in a team. Experience with 2-oxazoline chemistry is strongly welcomed.

Funding and conditions: full-time temporary contract, 37.5 hours per week, starting 1 Dec 2026. Benefits include flexible working time, international collaborations, lunch vouchers, and a possible future permanent position. The call is not funded by an EU programme.

Deadline: 16 Oct 2026. Apply by email to [email protected] with a CV, full publication list, and proof of completed PhD. Only complete applications will be considered. An interview shortlist will be selected before 23 Oct 2026.

Funding details

Full-time temporary postdoctoral researcher position (37.5 hours/week) starting 1 Dec 2026. The post is not funded by an EU programme. Benefits include flexible working time, international collaborations, lunch voucher contribution, and for Slovak applicants a contribution to the third pillar of the Slovak pension system. Possibility of a permanent position in the future is mentioned.

What's required

PhD or equivalent in macromolecular chemistry, organic chemistry, chemical engineering, pharmacy, or a related field. Applicants should have deep knowledge of polymer chemistry, organic synthesis, and physical chemistry; strong experience with polymer synthesis and characterization; and familiarity with 2-oxazoline chemistry is strongly welcome. Required skills include independent experimental planning, data recording and statistical analysis, use of analytical instruments such as DLS, HPLC, Langmuir-Blodgett, and spectroscopic methods, ability to work under inert conditions (glovebox, Schlenk lines), and ability to interpret NMR results. English and Slovak at excellent level are required, along with publication history in Q1/Q2 journals and ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.

How to apply

Send a complete application by email to [email protected]. Include a CV with full list of publications and proof of completed PhD. Only complete submissions will be considered.

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