Postdoctoral Researcher Postdoc 2024-03 MGS

The Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Suero research group. This position will be funded by the European Research Council ERC project CARBYNE (865554).

ICIQ is one of the worlds internationally recognized leading institutions in the field of chemistry committed to solving major social and economic challenges by conducting top quality research in three main areas: Sustainable Catalysis Renewable Energy and Health. The institute also aims at training the future generation of scientists by offering highquality educational programs to master PhD students and postdoctoral researchers (full details on ).

Description of the project: The art of organic synthesis and reaction discovery relies on logicguided thought processes that often involve hypovalent carbon reactive species and their corresponding stabilized equivalent forms. However not all of the possible carbon reactive intermediates and their reactivity rules have attracted the same attention by the synthetic community. This is mainly because of the perception of the lack of synthetic utility and importantly because of the challenges associated with controlling its extreme reactivity and lack of efficient sources. The main goal of this project is to develop new chemical reactions based on equivalents of carbyne species the monovalent carbon species and their use in the (enantioselective) synthesis and latestage functionalization of complex molecules.

Responsibilities

• Development of new chemical reactions based on equivalents of carbyne species and synthetic applications thereof.
• Writing reports preparation of scientific articles and presentation of results in group meetings and conferences.
• Maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Complete documentation of research results.

We are looking for a selfmotivated creative and independent individual that fulfill the following requirements:

• PhD in Organic chemistry or related field.
• Proven track record in discovery and development of novel catalytic concepts.
• Experiences in photochemistry photocatalysis metalcatalyzed CH bond functionalization radical chemistry asymmetric catalysis natural product synthesis latestage functionalization or biomolecule bioconjugations
• Proven good level of written and spoken English.
• Strong commitment for scientific excellence.

We offer:

• A 3year fulltime contract.
• Remuneration according to individuals qualification/experience.
• Annual salary split in twelve monthly payments
• Incorporation: as soon as possible.

The candidate must submit (a) a cover letter highlighting the interest in the position in the Suero research group (b) a full CV including a research summary highlighting the most significant results and (c) the names and emails of at least two referees that might be willing to write down a recommendation letter.

OTMR principles in the selection processes

ICIQ follows the principles of Open Transparent and Meritbased Recruitment (OTMR) and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers as established by the European Commission.

ICIQ follows in its selection process a gender equality opportunity policy and a nondiscrimination policy on the basis of age ethnic or social origin religion or belief sexual orientation language and disability.

ICIQ is committed to promoting a worklife balance for its employees and as such offers flexible working hours.

Selection Process

ICIQs selection process usually entails the following phases:

• Preselection: The preselection process will be based on qualifications and expertise as reflected on the candidates CVs. This phase is meritbased.
• Interview: Preselected candidates will be interviewed by the Hiring Manager of the position and the appointed Selection Committee.
• Offer Letter:Once the successful candidate is selected the People Unit will extend a Job Offer specifying the start day salary and overall job conditions.

For further information you can visit our HR Excellence in Research page at: HR Excellence in Research (iciq.org)