PhD Position in -Pressure Crystallography​/Physical Chemistry of Barocaloric Materials

PhD Position in High-Pressure Crystallography / Physical Chemistry of Barocaloric Materials

Position:
PhD in the Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Bern Employment Relationship: 100% full-time, fixed-term, 4 years Start Date: 01.09.2026 (or by arrangement) Location: Bern, Switzerland

• Conduct laboratory synthesis of organic and inorganic materials expected to exhibit colossal barocaloric response.
• Perform high-pressure differential scanning calorimetry experiments.
• Execute high-pressure single-crystal X‑ray diffraction experiments using in‑house equipment and synchrotron facilities.
• Analyze experimental data and contribute to the interpretation of results.
• Assist with teaching duties within the department.

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in the natural sciences, preferably chemistry or physics.
• Experience with high‑pressure technology, differential scanning calorimetry, and X‑ray structure determination.
• Fluent in English with strong oral and written communication skills.
• Technical proficiency working under the microscope and handling advanced laboratory software.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a research team.

• World‑class scientific environment with outstanding infrastructure.
• Access to advanced high‑pressure equipment and synchrotron facilities.
• Collaborative, ambitious research group led by Dr. Tomasz Poreba and Dr. Simon Grabowsky.
• Individual career support and opportunities for professional growth.

Submit a cover letter, a statement of your research and technical background, a copy of your Master of Science certificate (or equivalent), and a curriculum vitae including a list of publications and the names of two referees. All documents should be combined into a single PDF and sent by e‑mail to tomasz.poreba. For questions regarding the position or the application, contact the same e‑mail address.