PhD Position in Hollow Fiber Hemodialysis Membrane Formation via Polymeric Nanoparticle Assembly
Join a cutting-edge research group to develop advanced hemodialysis membranes using innovative polymeric nanoparticle techniques.
Best for:Best for chemical or biomedical engineers with a master’s degree and experience in polymer physics, membrane fabrication, or related fields.
Overview
This PhD position at Middle East Technical University (METU) invites a highly motivated candidate to contribute to the development of hollow fiber hemodialysis membranes through polymeric nanoparticle assembly. The project focuses on membrane formation, mass transport mechanisms, and performance characterization, with applications extending to artificial organs and microfluidic systems. The successful applicant will engage in hands-on research including hollow-fiber spinning, nanoparticle synthesis, and hemodialysis testing. The position is ideal for engineers with a strong background in chemical or biomedical engineering and an interest in polymer physics and membrane fabrication.
What you'll do
- Develop and optimize methods for hollow-fiber spinning using polymeric nanoparticles.
- Synthesize and characterize nanoparticles for membrane applications.
- Conduct performance testing of hemodialysis membranes under various conditions.
- Analyze mass transport phenomena during membrane formation and application.
- Collaborate with the research group on experimental and theoretical studies.
- Present research findings at conferences and publish results in peer-reviewed journals.
Requirements
Degree required: Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; excellent proficiency required
Instruction: English
- Experience in polymer physics or membrane fabrication
- Familiarity with chemical or biomedical engineering principles
- Hands-on laboratory skills in material synthesis and characterization
- Knowledge of mass transport phenomena in membranes
- Open to international applicants
- No specific residency or nationality restrictions mentioned
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-12-01 (Europe/Athens)
Applicants should send an email to zculfaz@metu.edu.tr with the subject line 'Formation of hollow fiber hemodialysis membranes by polymeric nanoparticle assembly'. Include a CV, a cover letter, and any relevant academic transcripts or research statements.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Master’s degree transcripts
- Research statement or proposal (if applicable)
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