PhD Positions in Polymer Chemistry – Fully Funded (Starting January 2026) 

The Kilbinger Group at the University of Fribourg is seeking two highly motivated PhD candidates to join our research team. These fully funded positions will focus on living polycondensation for the synthesis of functional polymeric nanotubes. 

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Chemistry 

• Strong background in mechanistic organic chemistry 

Application Process: 

Interested candidates should submit the following documents: 

• CV 

• Motivation Letter 

• GATE or NET score card (for applicants from India) 

Applications should be addressed to: 

Prof. Andreas Kilbinger at andreas.kilbinger@unifr.ch. 

Additional Information: 

• Start date: January 2026 

• Funding: Fully funded PhD positions 

• Location: University of Fribourg, Switzerland 

• http://kilbinger.net 

Applications will be reviewed starting in June 2025, but late submissions will still be considered. 

We look forward to receiving your applications!