Your Role Synthesis of New Materials / Preperation of Copolymers: Conduct carbiocationic polymerization with crosslinking at elevated temperatures to prepare copolymers: Route A: Block Copolymer vs. Random Oriented Investigate the properties of block copolymers in comparison to randomly oriented copolymers Route B: Variation of Cross-Linker Amount Explore the effect of different cross-linker amounts (2%, 5%, 10%) on the properties of the copolymers Purify and characterize the synthesized polymer material using appropriate analytical techniques Evaluation of Material Properties o Assess the optical and mechanical properties of the new polymer-based materials. o Evaluate the injectability, ageing, and other relevant properties of the materials to ensure suitability for medical implantable devices Your Profile Skilled and motivated masters student Responsible for the synthesis and characterization of a new polymer-based material for medical implantable devices Passionate about polymer chemistry and excited about contributing to the development of innovative medical technologies Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry is mandatory Strong analytical and conceptual skills as well as a systematic and goal-oriented approach to solving problems High degree of initiative, strong communication skills and a willingness to take responsibility Fluency in written and spoken English Enjoy working in international teams Your ZEISS Recruiting Team: Falk Dymke