The IMRCP laboratory at the University of Toulouse, France, invites applications for a postdoctoral position of one year, starting 1st semester 2008.
We are seeking a creative and dynamic young scientist interested in designing and synthetizing amphiphilic ODN-based hybrid block copolymers for the elaboration of nanoparticles. The position is part of a larger project including the study of ODN-containing amphiphilic polymers in relation with their molecular structure, and also the properties of the resulting nanoparticles as a preamble to biomedical applications. The candidate will be in charge of the synthesis and characterization, and should work in close interactions with the other parties in charge of the physico-chemical and microfluidic investigations.

The successful candidate should have received her/his PhD less than 3 years ago and be highly motivated. She/he is expected to have previous experience in oligonucleotide synthesis and either organic or macromolecular chemistry. The position is available for a period of one year, starting from january to march 2008. The application will be open until filled.

Please send by e-mail a letter stating motivation, specific research interests and background, together with CV and two reference letters.

Income: 1800€/month

Contact:
Dr. Fabienne Gauffre
Laboratoire des IMRCP, Paul Sabatier University (Toulouse III),
118 rte de Narbonne, 31062 Toulouse, France



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