PhD Position - DNA-based Liquid Crystal Elastomers - Towards an a...
Core
Fabricate and characterize microscale liquid crystal elastomers (micro-LCEs) using microfluidic techniques, microscopy, and rheology to study mechanical properties and responsive behavior.
Role type
Research Scientist (PhD)
Builds
Novel microscale liquid crystal elastomers with programmable mechanical properties
Domain
Soft matter physics, biomolecular self-organization, materials science
Required skills
Data analysis, scientific programming, material synthesis, microscopy, scattering techniques, rheology
Preferred skills
Experimental experience with light scattering, microscopy, and rheology
Technologies
Origin, microfluidic techniques, microscopy, scattering techniques, rheology
Responsibilities
Optimize material synthesis protocols, perform microscopy and scattering experiments, conduct rheological measurements, analyze experimental data, prepare scientific publications, present research at conferences
Seniority
PhD Candidate