Post-doctoral position in Graphenea (Start up Company)

Graphenea, a new start up company that has been launched recently as a joint venture of private investors and the Nanoscience Cooperative Research Center nanoGUNE Consolider (www.nanogune.eu), is currently looking for a talented

Postdoctoral fellow
(Chemist/Physicist/Materials Scientist)
Graphenea, which is based at the nanoGUNE facilities in San Sebastian, Basque Country (Spain), has been created with the mission of developing graphene-based process and product technology, as well as conducting related research activities. Graphenea will utilize nanoGUNE’s state-of-the-art characterization and nanofabrication research infrastructure.

The position holder, working closely with Graphenea’s scientific director and a technician, will conduct research activities related to graphene synthesis and graphene-based technologies. The position may be renewed annually for up to three years, contingent upon performance.

The position requires a PhD in Chemistry, Physics, and/or Materials Science. Candidates should have experience in the preparation of graphene or related materials, with a preferred expertise in the operation of Chemical Vapour Deposition equipment and other deposition techniques. Proficiency in spoken and written English is compulsory; knowledge of Spanish is not a requirement.

Applicants should forward their CV and a list of at least three references to a.zurutuza@graphenea.eu with the subject line: “Post-doc application”.

Closing date: 31^st May 2010.