Dr. Amit Sitt
Exact Sciences
Our group studies chemically programmable materials that contain a sequence of commands (information) for performing a specific task or function coded in their chemical structure. In particular, we are interested in the synthesis and fabrication of polymer fibers that can hold chemical and physical information and study how this information can be used for folding these one-dimensional fibers into three-dimensional structures and how can a specific design lead to selective binding and self-assembly. Using tools from thermodynamics and Information Theory, we explore the underlying principles that determine the behavior of programmable materials. We also study the use of such materials for the fabrication of microelectromechanical systems (MEMs) and medical applications, including tissue engineering and smart drug release mechanisms.
Exact Sciences
- School of Chemistry
For developing novel programmable morphing materials with mesoscale resolutions, we are looking for a talented and experienced postdoc with concrete knowledge in the synthesis, fabrication, and characterization of stimuli-responsive polymers. Knowledge in polymer science, electrospinning and lithography is an advantage.
Application Deadline: June 30, 2023
* Starting date is flexible.
Proven experience in synthesizing, characterization, and fabrication of polymeric systems, including analytical capabilities.
Knowledge of polymer characterization techniques (HPLC, GC, MALDI).
Experience in bright fields, confocal, and scanning electron microscopy is an advantage.
Experience in electrospinning and additive manufacturing is an advantage.
High level of English and experience in guiding students.
