Hosting Offer at Sabanci University Functional Thin Films Lab - MSCA-PF 2026

HOST INSTITUTION:

On a national level, SU has been one of the most successful universities in Turkiye in terms of the number of EU Framework Programmes funded projects per faculty member. The Sabancı University Research and Technology Transfer Office (SU ATT) is well-structured to manage the 262 active projects simultaneously, with approximately 57% of the total budget allocated to EU projects.

Research at SU is an interdisciplinary effort extending across all branches of science, technology, and arts. Academic activities are performed within the framework of three faculties composed of non-departmental and interdisciplinary programs: the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and the School of Management, which feature a total of 12 undergraduate, 52 graduate and 17 doctoral programs. SU has also several research centres, including Integrated Manufacturing Research and Application Center (SU-IMC), Data Analytics Research and Application Center (VERIM), Center of Excellence in Nano Diagnostics (EFSUN).

Functional Thin Films Lab:

Functional Thin Films Lab at Sabanci University (https://people.sabanciuniv.edu/gozdeince/) is involved with vapor deposition techniques to fabricate ultra thin films and nanostructures of polymers that are responsive external stimuli. Various applications the research team focus on include flexible sensors, bio sensors, biomaterials synthesis and design. 

OFFER DESCRIPTION & REQUIREMENTS:

Description:

The potential applicants are expected to have a strong background in surface modification or thin film synthesis techniques, preferably a PhD degree in Materials Science, Physics or a related field. Prior knowledge in device fabrication for sensor applications is preferred. Project proposals related to thin film sensors are welcome.

Eligibility Requirements

Researchers of any nationality in possession of a doctoral degree and those who have not resided in Turkey for more than 12 months in the three years before the call deadline (09 Sept 2026) are eligible to apply. Please check the conditions and your eligibility at the following link: https://marie-sklodowska-curie-actions.ec.europa.eu/calls/msca-postdoct….

How to apply?

For applications, the expression of interest should be submitted by email to Professor Gozde Ince via gozdeince@sabanciuniv.edu with the subject "Expression of interest for the MSCA PostDoctoral Fellowship 2026 ". The Expression of interest should include following information:

1. Curriculum Vitae

2. Sample publication(s)

3. A brief outline of the proposed research project with defined objectives (max 2 pages)

4. Motivation letter

Hosting Offers:

• Full review support by the Engineering and Natural Sciences Project Office

• Full support for project administration during implementation of the project

• Access to key databases, software and labs

• Full access to the university Information Center, Sports Center and other available facilities and Research Centers