Phd In Light-Responsive Materials For Tethered Microrobotics
Pubblicato il 15-08-2026 - University of Mons in Italia
Organisation/Company Department / address Laboratorio Europeo Di Spettroscopie Non Lineari Research Field Chemistry Engineering Technology Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Ph D Positions Application Deadline 31 Aug *********:59 (Europe/Brussels) Country Italy Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 38 Offer Starting Date 15 Sep **** Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe - MSCA Reference Number EU HORIZON-MSCA-****-DN-***************** Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No Offer Description This project takes place within the Marie Curie Doctoral Network on Soft Active Matter Microrobots for Medicine (SAM3). This doctoral network of 12 Ph D candidates aims at exploring the ear-nose-throat area from a microrobotics perspective. Thanks to active matter and small scale microrobotics engineering, three specific goals are targeted: (1) access the middle ear through the Eustachian tube; (2) access the olfactory clefts for mucosal biopsy; (3) access the skull cavity through the nose and the cribble plate for cerebrospinal fluid biopsy. This specific Ph D proposal onlight responsive materials for tethered robotic function is part of the second endoscopic area namely the olfactory clefts. The goal of the Ph D isto develop 3 D-printable light responsive materials based on Liquid Crystalline Networks (LCNs) suitable for tethered robotic function. Combining selective functionalization with photo-switches and structuring with photolithographic techniques, the LCNs will be exploited to demonstrate different actuation functions (including grasping, taking or releasing micro-objects or liquids) at the microscale.
We are seeking talented and enthusiastic students to perform a Ph D, with a solid background inpolymer chemistry and technology or 3 D printing of smart materials. He/she will be registered within International Doctoral School coordinated by Laboratorio Europeo Di Spettroscopie Non Lineari at UNIFI with Prof. C. PARMEGGIANI as supervisor and Dr Sara NOCENTINI as co-supervisor. The candidate should have good command of spoken and written English, and Italian or French skills are of course an asset. Requirements Research Field Chemistry Education Level Master Degree or equivalent Research Field Engineering Education Level Master Degree or equivalent Research Field Technology Education Level Master Degree or equivalent Skills/Qualifications Background in polymer chemistry and technology or 3 D printing of smart materials Ability for research management, dissemination, communication with colleagues and supervisors, strong teamwork spirit, creativity, problem solving and attention to safety. Specific Requirements Not having resided in Italy for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately before the recruitment date and not having carried out main activity (work, studies, etc.) in Italy this period.
less than 5 years of career at the recruitment date and not having a doctoral degree; Research experience in the academic or in the industrial sector will be considered Languages FRENCH Level Basic Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent Languages ITALIAN Level Good Research Field Chemistry Engineering Years of Research Experience 1 - 4 Additional Information The candidate will be employed as an Early Stage Researcher according to MSCA DN regulations, which offer excellent employment conditions including a high base salary and many additional benefits such as allowances for travel, mobility and family. The family allowance is allocated if demonstrated at the time of the recruitment. Eligibility criteria General eligibility criteria of MSCA; Specific: see above. We will appoint 1 Ph D student on this project, related to 11 other positions open in the SAM3 EU network. Twelves job vacancies are opened for this doctoral network, across three main scientific fields. Additional comments SAM3 consortium is committed to fostering excellence in research and research training and to guaranteeing equal opportunities for all candidates during the recruitment. In this respect, this recruitment Call is fully aligned with the EC Code of Conduct. All partners pledge to uphold the principles outlined in the European Code of Research Integrity during the recruitment. In this regard, the SAM3 consortium supports the principle that excellence and diversity are compatible and complementary and recognizes that good equity practices ensure access to the largest possible pool of qualified individuals. The SAM3 consortium will particularly encourage women, members of visible and ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply. #J-*****-Ljbffr