PhD Candidate - Design and development of innovative sustainable, biodegradable membranes for flexible electronics and environmental sensing applications

Fondazione Bruno Kessler, Italy

Updated: 1 day ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 21 Apr 2026

17 Apr 2026
Job Information
Organisation/Company

Fondazione Bruno Kessler
Research Field

Other
Researcher Profile

Other Profession
Positions

PhD Positions
Application Deadline

21 Apr 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Rome)
Country

Italy
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Offer Starting Date

1 Nov 2026
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

The rapid expansion of flexible electronics and distributed environmental sensing systems demands materials that combine high performance with minimal environmental impact. This PhD project aims to design and develop innovative sustainable, biodegradable membranes tailored for next-generation flexible electronic and sensing applications. The research will focus on bio-based polymers and naturally derived nanomaterials to engineer membranes with tunable mechanical flexibility, controlled porosity, and functional surface properties.

Advanced fabrication techniques, including solution casting, electrospinning, and green solvent processing, will be explored to create thin, robust, and conformable membranes compatible with low-temperature device integration. The project will investigate strategies to enhance electrical functionality through the incorporation of conductive biocompatible fillers while preserving biodegradability and environmental safety. Comprehensive characterization will evaluate mechanical strength, thermal stability, permeability, electrical performance, and degradation behavior under realistic environmental conditions.

By integrating materials science, sustainable chemistry, and device engineering, this research seeks to bridge the gap between eco-friendly materials and high-performance flexible systems. The expected outcomes include scalable membrane fabrication routes, improved lifecycle sustainability, and demonstrator prototypes for environmental monitoring. Ultimately, the project aims to contribute to circular electronics and reduce the ecological footprint of emerging sensing technologies.


Where to apply
Website
https://phd.fbk.eu/calls/detail/design-and-development-of-innovative-sustainabl…

Requirements
Research Field
Other
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent

Additional Information
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Fondazione Bruno Kessler
Country
Italy
City
Povo
Geofield


Contact
State/Province

Trento
City

Trento
Website

https://www.fbk.eu/it/
Street

Via Santa Croce 77
Postal Code

38122

STATUS: EXPIRED

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