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This project aims to to develop an innovative, modular, and partially bioresorbable
wound filler for Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) based on natural
biopolymers, addressing the clinical limitations of conventional polyurethane
dressings. The proposed system aims to enhance tissue regeneration, prevent
excessive granulation, and facilitate wound access and monitoring. We will integrate
cutting-edge computational design and advanced manufacturing techniques,
including high-throughput hydrogel screening, machine learning-assisted material
optimization, and microfluidic platforms for precise control of porous architecture.
This synergistic approach will enable the creation of tailored, multifunctional wound
dressings that align with clinical requirements and sustainability goals

• Synthesis and characterization of biomaterials
• Development of a library of hydrogels and performing their mechanical characterization
• Support for PhD students
• Data analysis and article preparation
• Presentation of results and their dissemination

• a post-doctoral position (full-time employment) in the Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS with a gross salary around 11 600 PLN per month (gross amount including employer's expense. It will be subject to taxes, social and health insurance and other legal deductions according to Polish law) financed from FIRST TEAM FENG No. FENG.02.02-IP.05-0180/24 project, which is financed from the funds of Priority 2 of the European Funds for a Smart Economy 2021–2027 Program (FENG) Action 2.2 First Team, with the Intermediate Institution being the Foundation for Polish Science.
• 100% of the work time of Postdoc will be devoted to the realization of the proposed project.
• the opportunity to work in an interdisciplinary, international research team
• engagement into an ambitious research program and possibility to build the academic career
• possibility to collaborate with international research groups (e.g. National Cancer Institute – Regina Elena, Rome)

The selected candidate will be part of a highly experienced, multidisciplinary team. 
They will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge and confront new tasks resulting in new technical solutions and applications.

The successful candidate will be eligible for all programs at the IPC PAS.

According to the competition documentation, a person who, in the year the
competition for this position is announced, has held a doctoral degree for no longer
than seven years (counting from the year following the year of obtaining the degree)
or obtains it no later than the date of commencement of employment on the project.
This period is extended by one year for each born or adopted child for women and by
one year for each child for men, provided there has been a break in employment of at
least six months. Furthermore, a one-year extension is available, regardless of gender,
in the event of a break in research for other reasons lasting at least six months.
Requirements:
• PhD in physics, engineering, chemistry, biotechnology or similar obtained a not
more than 7 years prior to joining the project,
• prior experience in biomaterials, porous materials synthesis, microfluidics,
biopolymers, wound healing,
• creativity and enthusiasm measured by the quality and number of projects,
internships, authorship in peer-reviewed publications and patents in which the
Candidate participated and contributed,
• fluency in spoken and written English excellent communication,
• organization and time management skills.

The committee will consider the following criteria:
• Competence to carry out specific tasks in the research project
• Previous scientific achievements
• Fluency in English