About the position
Open call/position for researchers in the field of polymer chemistry for controlled synthesis and characterization of biomedical polymers.
Institution: Polymer Institute of the Slovak Academy of Sciences
Department: Department for Biomaterials Research
Organisation/Company: Polymer Institute of the Slovak Academy of Sciences
Research Field: Chemistry » Organic chemistry
Chemistry » Physical chemistry
Chemistry » Other
Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)
Positions: Postdoc Positions
Application Deadline: 16 Oct 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Bratislava)
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
The position is aimed for a researcher, in early stages of the scientific career or a Post-Doc, with an interest to pursue scientific goals in the area of polymer chemistry and material chemistry by means of polymer synthesis, physicochemical characterization of polymeric materials, and development of advanced drug delivery systems.
Design and synthesis of polymers
Synthesis of organic compounds, including monomers, initiators, or catalysts.
Living and controlled polymerization techniques, including living cationic polymerization, controlled radical polymerizations.
Post-polymerization reactions.
Characterization of polymeric materials
Biological evaluation of polymers and biomaterials (optional)
Assess in vitro cytotoxicity study using cell lines according to ISO-10993 norm.
Participate in project meetings and contribute to experimental planning.
Ensure all testing follows relevant ISO norms and research ethics guidelines.
Contribution to research dissemination
PI SAS provides an opportunity to develop your scientific career in a dynamic and modern research environment.
The topic is connected to advanced polymer synthesis of polymers, nanoparticles, and other polymeric materials with novel properties for drug or mRNA delivery.
PI SAS provides an opportunity to prolong the contacts based on the evaluation in front of the Scientific Board.
Research Field: Chemistry » Physical chemistry
Deep knowledge in polymer chemistry, organic synthesis, and physical chemistry.
Hands-on experience with synthetic methods as well as characterization techniques.
Experience with polymeric or biomaterial systems, connection to interfacial processes, and optionally in vitro assessment of biocompatibility and pharmacokinetics.
Experience using laboratory analytical instruments (e.g., DLS, HPLC, Langmuir-Blodgett, spectroscopic methods etc.).
Specific Requirements
Chemistry » Polymer Chemistry
Years of Research Experience
Possibility of gaining a permanent position in the team in the future.
PhD degree (in a field of macromolecular chemistry, organic chemistry, chemical engineering, pharmacy, or related fields)
Experience with polymer synthesis and characterization
See also https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/europe/career-development/training-researchers/research-profiles-descriptors
Personal data will be retained for 6 months and then erased.
What you’ll bring
- Skills/Qualifications
- Hands-on experience with synthetic methods as well as characterization techniques.
- Experience with polymeric or biomaterial systems, connection to interfacial processes, and optionally in vitro assessment of biocompatibility and pharmacokinetics.
- Eligibility criteria
- Experience with polymer synthesis and characterization
- Research Field: Chemistry » Organic chemistry
- Education Level: PhD or equivalent
- Research Field: Chemistry » Physical chemistry
At a glance
- Position type
- Postdoc
- Institution
- Polymer Institute of the Slovak Academy of Sciences
- Department
- Department for Biomaterials Research
- Research group
- Not stated
- Location
- Bratislava, Slovakia, SK
- Supervisor / contact person
- Not stated
- Funding
- Funding not stated
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by a EU programme - Duration
- 6 months
- Expected start
- Not stated
- Vacancy reference
- EURAXESS-464133
Research focus
- Discipline
- Chemistry, Chemical Engineering
- Research area
- Polymers
- Methods
- Synthesis, Spectroscopy
- Software
- Not stated
Dates to know
- Listed on FOSS Positions
- 28 Sep 2026
- Original advertisement date
- Not stated in the source
- Application deadline
- 16 Oct 2026 · 21:59 UTC
- Priority review date
- Not stated
- Last checked
- 28 Sep 2026
- Last updated
- 28 Sep 2026
2026-10-16T21:59:00+00:00
How to apply
Application Deadline: 16 Oct 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Bratislava)
Where to apply
The applicants are invited to submit their applications before October 16th (including), 2026. The applications must include a Curriculum Vitae with a full list of publications, and documents of a completed PhD. Applications should be sent via email to upolsekr@savba.sk . Only complete submissions are considered.
Data protection: All application documents submitted in connection with this call will be securely stored, used solely for the preselection process, and will not be disclosed to any third party. Personal data will be retained for 6 months and then erased.
Apply now
https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/europe/career-development/training-researchers/research-profiles-descriptors
Contact: upolsekr@savba.skContact: upolsekr@savba.skContact: +421232294308
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