The Adolphe Merkle Institute's Polymer Chemistry and Materials Group (Prof. Christoph Weder, University of Fribourg, Switzerland) invites applications for a PhD Position in the domain of Polymer Mechanochemistry.

The project focuses on the design and synthesis of supramolecular mechanophores, the investigation of their mechanoresponsive behavior in polymeric materials, and their application in biological environments for force mapping.

AMI offers attractive employment conditions, a highly collaborative research environment, and outstanding infrastructure in a state-of-the-art research facility. The institute is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect, and provides equal opportunities for all its members. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

The PhD student recruited for this project will join a dynamic, interdisciplinary team working on complementary aspects of the research. Collaboration will be central to the project's success, and students will benefit from shared expertise, joint problem-solving, and regular team meetings to ensure strong integration. 

Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in Chemistry, Polymer, or Materials Science, and be motivated to pursue interdisciplinary research in an international team environment. Experience in organic and polymer synthesis, the ability to advance a complex project independently and as part of a team, good communication skills, and proficiency in English are required.

The position is available immediately. To apply, please send your CV, a motivation letter, and contact details for at least two references as a single PDF file via E-mail to ami.applications@unifr.ch with the subject title “PhD Position Polymer Mechanochemistry”.