Summer Jobs at the Department of Chemistry and Materials Science

OPPORTUNITY DETAILS

Total reward

0 $

State University

Aalto University

Area

Central and Eastern Europe

Host Country

Finland

Deadline

28 Feb 2021

Study level

Postgraduate

Opportunity type

Jobs

Specialities

Chemistry

Opportunity funding

Not funding

Eligible Countries

This opportunity is destined for all countries

Eligible Region

All Regions

THE DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY AND MATERIALS SCIENCE (CMAT)

is looking for Bachelor and Master students for

SUMMER JOB POSITIONS

How to apply?

Submit your application through our recruiting system by using the "Apply now!" link.

Please include the following documents:

You can apply for one or several of the open positions. Please mark the task codes of the positions you are interested in under the “Further information on the positions that you are interested in” question. Prioritize your choices with numbers; 1. code for your first choice, 2. code for your second choice, etc.

If any of the positions listed below sparks your interest, please send your application as soon as possible, but latest on February 28,2021. We will start reviewing candidates immediately and the positions will be filled as soon as suitable candidates are found. Please note that these positions are available for undergraduate student only.

In recruitment process relating questions you can contact HR Coordinator Isabella Itäpalo, isabella.itapalo@aalto.fi.

Soft Materials Modelling [Code: SOFT]

Have you ever been interested in how liquids, biomolecular solutions, polymer assemblies, emulsions or foams behave at molecular level? What interactions give rise to the properties of these? Have you studied, for example, biomaterials, chemistry or physics? Are you thinking positively of working with computers? In the Soft Materials Modelling group, we employ computer simulations (molecular modelling) to study biobased and synthetic soft materials systems to develop, for example, drug delivery systems, functional films, and bioengineered materials.

We look for students with good study record, some ability with computers, and at minimum, 2 first years of B.Sc. studies completed. The group has also M.Sc. thesis opportunities and possibilities for doctoral studies.

Further information: Maria Sammalkorpi, maria.sammalkorpi@aalto.fi

https://www.aalto.fi/en/department-of-chemistry-and-materials-science/soft-materials-modelling

Inorganic Materials Modelling [Code: IMM]

Join us to develop novel functional materials for improving energy efficiency. Research topics are available for example in the field of thermoelectric energy conversion. The research is carried out with quantum chemical materials modelling methods. For more information on, see: https://www.aalto.fi/en/department-of-chemistry-and-materials-science/inorganic-materials-modelling

Applications from both BSc and MSc students are welcome. Previous experience in computational chemistry and solid-state chemistry is useful, but not required.

Another available topic is the development of virtual laboratories for chemical education. This topic will not include materials modelling, but excellent IT skills are required. Skills in creating and editing video content would also be highly beneficial. For more information, see: http://lab.aalto.fi

Further information: Prof. Antti Karttunen, antti.karttunen@aalto.fi

Electrochemical Energy Conversion [Code: EEC]

Are you interested in developing more sustainable methods to store and convert energy? How about understanding material structures and their effect on functional properties? If you find these questions fascinating join us to develop materials and devices for more efficient lithium batteries, hydrogen economy and responsible carbon energy cycles.

BSc and MSc students with good study record are welcomed to join us. Background in chemistry, electrochemistry and material science is an asset and previous experience on materials synthesis and characterization beneficial.

Further information: Prof. Tanja Kallio, tanja.kallio@aalto.fi

https://www.aalto.fi/en/department-of-chemistry-and-materials-science/electrochemical-energy-conversion

Microfabrication group [Code: MICRO]

is looking for summer students to work in these positions:

1) ARMOR-project on superhydrophobic surfaces. ARMOR-surfaces are microfabricated silicon, metal or polymer structures that are coated with hydrophobic polymers. The student will work on making master stamps that are then used to replicate the master patterns into other materials. Masters are made by lithography, silicon etching and nickel electroplating. Polymer replicas are made by hot embossing and casting in various polymers.

2) 3D carbon microelectrodes. These structures are made by lithography and pyrolysis. Pyrolytic carbon has very special electrical and electrochemical properties and microelectrodes can be made for many different purposes, e.g. metal winning from dilute waste solutions or neuron monitoring.

In both positions experience in laboratory work, and especially in cleanroom environment, is desirable. Courses Microfabrication (CHEM-E5115), Thin film technology (CHEM-E5125) and Microfluidics and BioMEMS (CHEM-E8135) form very good background.

Starting date to be agreed upon, mid-May to beginning of June. Period 3 months.

Further information: Prof. Sami Franssila, sami.franssila@aalto.fi

Photoresponsive laces and nets [Code: MMD]

Today’s e-textiles require electric circuits and batteries that are brittle, bulky, often prevent maintenance of the textile and hinder customer acceptance. These rigid conductive elements can be made redundant due to the possibilities enabled by the design of novel yarns. In our vision, different photoresponsive molecules and nanoparticles embedded in these new yarns can directly convert photons into heat, actuation, or triggering a colour change as well as act as catalysers for photocleanable fabrics.

In this position, functionalization methods for these photoresponsive yarns will be developed in collaboration with textile designers. Furthermore, different lacing patterns that can change their functions, such as colour, permeability or heat insulation capacity will be realized.

Further information: Prof. Jaana Vapaavuori, jaana.vapaavuori@aalto.fi

The Department of Chemistry and Materials Science (CMAT) focuses on micro-, nano- and atomic scale engineering of compounds and materials. Our work in these areas encompasses synthesis, characterization and computational research. The research focuses on advanced and functional materials, chemical synthesis, energy storage and conversion, as well as, molecular and materials modelling. Our teaching provides students a solid background for these topics. The department is a part of the Aalto University School of Chemical engineering.