PhD Research Assistant in Materials Engineering and Nanotechnology at Babeș-Bolyai University – Romania

Summary

The Babeș-Bolyai University invites a doctoral student in Materials Engineering to join the Raluca Ripan Chemistry Research Institute as a part‑time Research Assistant. The role focuses on developing graphene‑enriched and graphitic carbon nitride‑based materials for oral tissue disorders using photodynamic therapy. Responsibilities include designing experimental hydrogels, physicochemical characterization, synthesizing and functionalizing nanomaterials, and optimizing laboratory‑scale technologies. Candidates must hold doctoral‑student status in Materials Engineering, possess a background in applied engineering, industrial biotechnology or nanotechnology, have 1–4 years of research experience, and be proficient in Romanian and English. The temporary fixed‑term position is based in Cluj‑Napoca, Romania, with applications due by 4 November 2026.

Key Facts

Department	Raluca Ripan Chemistry Research Institute
Position Type	PhD
Discipline	Materials Engineering
Research Area	Polymeric Composites
Degree Required	Doctoral student status in Materials Engineering
Experience	1–4 years
Contract Duration	Temporary, fixed-term
Language	Romanian and English
Deadline	2026-11-04
Employer Contact	[email protected]

About the Project

The project aims to create new materials enriched with graphene and graphitic carbon nitride for antimicrobial photodynamic therapy of oral tissue disorders. It involves preparing and characterizing experimental hydrogels, developing laboratory‑scale synthesis methods, and functionalizing nanomaterials to assess their composition, structure, and performance for potential therapeutic applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop experimental hydrogels for antimicrobial phototherapy
• Physicochemical characterization of hydrogels and related materials
• Develop laboratory‑scale synthesis of graphene‑enriched nanomaterials
• Optimize functionalization procedures for nanomaterials
• Develop and test new laboratory technologies for material synthesis
• Support overall implementation of the funded research project

Required Skills

• Knowledge of materials engineering and related applied engineering disciplines
• Background in industrial biotechnology or nanotechnology
• Experience working in a research laboratory
• Familiarity with experimental materials development and physicochemical characterization
• Ability to participate in laboratory‑scale synthesis and functionalization of nanomaterials
• Good written and spoken Romanian and English

Who Should Apply

Doctoral students in Materials Engineering (or related fields such as applied engineering sciences, industrial biotechnology, or nanotechnology) who have 1–4 years of research laboratory experience, are proficient in Romanian and English, and meet the university’s eligibility criteria for research‑assistant positions.

About the Employer

Babeș‑Bolyai University is a higher education and research institution located in Cluj‑Napoca, Romania. The position is linked to its Raluca Ripan Chemistry Research Institute and the Polymeric Composites research area, offering a research opportunity for an eligible doctoral student in Materials Engineering.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline?

November 4, 2026

Where is the position located?

Cluj‑Napoca, Romania

Which languages are required?

Good knowledge of Romanian and English