PhD thesis offer (M/F) : Polymer-based periodic mesoporous organosilica nanoparticles for enhanced biological compatibility of implantable materials and encapsulation of nucleic acid-based therapeutics

id="offer-description" class="ecl-u-type-heading-2 ecl-u-mt-none ecl-u-mb-l">Offer Description Candidate profile: The candidate must hold a Master degree (or equivalent) in polymer chemistry, as well as have solid knowledge and experience in organic chemistry and in polymer physico-chemical characterization. Experience in nanoparticle synthesis and characterization will be highly valued. Very good communication skills (English required), strong motivation, curiosity, and high autonomy are essential. An interest in biomaterials and biology will also be an asset. Host laboratory: The thesis will be carried out at the Charles Gerhardt Institute of Montpellier – ICGM (1919 route de Mende, 34090 Montpellier, France), specifically within Departments of D2 (Macromolecular Chemistry and Materials) and D1 (Chemistry & Molecular Materials). The doctoral student will also collaborate with INTERNA (Inserm – Orléans) and CB3S (Univeristé Sorbonne Paris Nord). Supervisors:. Supervisor: Dr. Clarence Charnay, ICGM, Department D1. Co-supervisor: Dr. Cécile Bouilhac, ICGM, Department D2. Co-supervisor: Dr. Patrick Lacroix-Desmazes, Department D2. Doctoral School: EDSCB . Application : Submit your CV, cover letter, scores from the last five years (Bachelor & Master degrees) and at least two contacts and/or letters of recommendation on the CNRS Careers Portal. The position is located in a sector falling under the Protection of the Scientific and Technical Potential (PPST) regulations. Therefore,