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Electrochemical processes are well understood at the macroscopic level, where many species react in a short time. However, little is known about these processes at the molecular level. This project aims to explore a new approach for the electrochemical characterization of a small number of redox-active and enzyme molecules that will be pushed toward the ultimate analysis of single molecules. We aim to detect a low number of faradaic electrons (ultimately individual). This will ultimately enable electrochemical studies of individual molecules. We will try to solve fundamental unknown areas of electrochemistry concerning activity distribution among enzyme molecules, the mechanism of deactivation of enzyme molecules, the kinetics of electron transfer to and from individual molecules, and the dynamics of electrode processes at equilibrium. We will develop a flexible and general strategy for single molecule electrochemistry. This will be done by converting Faradaic currents below the detection limit to electrogenerated fluorescence. We will focus on model electrode processes of electroactive molecules immobilized at nanoelectrodes and reactions catalyzed by individual enzyme molecules.

1) provide expertise and assistance to the purchase of new research equipment, assembly, calibration and overseeing the operation of these equipment,

2) assist in obtaining appropriate resources (chemicals, materials, small laboratory equipment),

3) assembling, maintenance and troubleshooting of the equipment,

4) facilitate user training and coordinate/schedule instrumentation usage for new group members,

5) assist in the development and implementation of scientific experiments

6) maintain proper housekeeping in the assigned spaces and proper storage of hazardous materials

• We offer an Auxiliary Post (laboratory technician) position (full-time employment) in the Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS with a gross salary of around 6893 PLN per month financed from the NCN SONATA BIS Project No. 2022/46/E/ST4/00457. 100% of the employee's work time will be devoted to the realization of the project. The offer is for 24 months.
• Engagement in an ambitious research program and opportunity to build an academic career.
• Social benefits (including co-financing of MULTISPORT card, co-financing of cultural/ sport/ touristic activities of employees, etc.).

The successful candidate will benefit in the form of new knowledge and methods added to his/her toolbox. The project deals with electroanalysis, nanotechnology, material sciences, and physical chemistry. The employee will be able to take advantage of all eligible programs in the IPC PAS. The institute provides an opportunity to participate in the ERASMUS+ program.

• PhD degree in chemistry, biology, or physical sciences
• laboratory management experience
• Publication record and experience in research
• Ability to work independently as well as in a group
• experience in operating and maintaining electrochemical and fluorescence microscopes
• experience in interpreting data from such equipment and in method development to improve experiments
• ability to independently learn, operate, and maintain major research equipment, as well as train group members
• Strong motivation to work and solve scientific problems, creativity, and analytical thinking.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English (written and spoken).

The Commission will take into account the following criteria and evaluate applications on a point scale:

● Competence for specific tasks in a research project

● Previous achievements