Senior researcher in polymer chemistry

Cyclicor AB is a spin off company based on the innovative technology from Lund University, Lund, Sweden. The researcher position is placed in Cyclicor AB, Lund, and the work will be collaborated with the Division of Biotechnology, Department of Chemistry, Lund University within a collaborative project between academia and industry. The project will be focused on the production, formulation and processing development of bio-based plastics, especially, biobased isocyanate-free polyurethanes and BPA-free polycarbonates.

Work duties
Responsible for research tasks in a project dealing with the development of biobased isocyanate-free polyurethanes and BPA-free polycarbonates.
Synthesis and characterization of polymers by different methods, analyzing their spectroscopic and physico-chemical characteristics
Formulation and processing (e.g. extrusion, molding, casting, etc.) of those thermoset- and thermo-plastics
Take an active role in collaboration with other parties in the project
Write scientific articles and reports


Qualification requirements
Applicants must have:
· Doctoral degree in the subjects of polymer science, material science, organic chemistry, or a related discipline.
· Very good oral and written proficiency in English.
· Knowledge and background in polymer synthesis, formulation, processing, and / or spectroscopic and physico-chemical characterization, shown in scientific publications.
· Leadership, highly motivated and strong ability to conduct research independently but also as part of a research group.

Assessment criteria and other qualifications
Education in polymer chemistry or organic chemistry.
Theoretical knowledge and practical experience of polymer synthesis, formulation, processing, and characterization
Good skills in planning, design and organization.
Experience of working with industry or working in a company


Terms of employment
Temporary employment for 1 year, 2022-12-01 – 2023-11-30 (negotiable, potentially extendable)


Instructions on how to apply
Applications shall be written in English and be compiled into a PDF-file containing:
résumé/CV, including a list of publications,
a general description of past research and future research interests (no more than three pages),
contact information of at least two references,
copy of the doctoral degree certificate, and other certificates/grades that you wish to be considered.


Contact and submission: Sang-Hyun Pyo, Cyclicor AB,
sang-hyun.pyo@biotek.lu.se