PhD Position for Marie Sklodowska-Curie ITN BIOGEL, Centre for Research and Technology Hellas

BIOGEL is set up to educate young scientists to develop innovative hydrogel chemistries and systems for biomedical applications. The first objective is to provide a platform for young researchers to undergo a well-rounded PhD education, particularly focussed on translational skills for a career focused in biomedical research and medical technology development. The second objective is to engineer functional and responsive hydrogels, which resemble specific properties of the extracellular matrix. The third objective is (i) to enhance the efficacy of medical devices by 2D biointegrative coatings that direct and orchestrate the interface to living cells and tissue and enable improved integration within the body, (ii) to advance therapeutic measures by 3D templates for tissue repair, and (iii) to enable new diagnostic tools by responsive diagnostic hydrogels.

Country: Greece
Centre for Research and Technology Hellas (CERTH)
Chemical Process & Energy Resources Institute (CPERI)
Laboratory of Polymer Reaction Engineering (LPRE)

Job Description:
The goal of this project is the synthesis of biocompatible polymers as building blocks for hydrogels. Naturally derived materials with different chemical composition and molecular weight will be investigated in combination with synthetic polymers to control the properties of hydrogels for biomedical application.

Expertise: Chemical Engineer

Interested candidates can send an application containing a cover letter, CV, and transcripts in one single PDF to Prof. Costas Kiparissides: costas.kiparissides@cperi.certh.gr

For more information, please visit the following link:
www.certh.gr