The GDCh job list "Universities and Research Institutes" includes job advertisements for doctoral and postdoctoral positions at universities and other public service institutions that are aimed at graduates of chemistry, biochemistry, food chemistry, chemical engineering, physics or related fields. Offers in German or English from Germany and abroad are welcome.
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The three-year position (1 October 2024 to 30 June 2028, 13 TV-L 65%) will focus on NMR spectroscopic and biophysical investigations of intrinsically disorder proteins (IDP) of plants. The project is hosted in the experimental group of Prof. Jochen Balbach, offering a stimulating interdisciplinary environment between structural biology, NMR physics, and protein biochemistry. Applicants require a master's degree in (Bio)Physics or (Bio)Chemistry or related area and should have basic knowledge in biochemical protein handling and protein spectroscopy. More details about the DFG funded research centre 1664 SNP2Prot can be found here. Further details on the research project can be found here. Direct applications to the Balbach group by email to jochen.balbach@physik.uni-halle.de are possible until 15.07.2024. Do not hesitate to send further questions or to get further information using the latter email address.
Ph.D. Position in Biochemistry: Elucidation of the redox regulatory mechanism of human histone deacetylase 8; Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences, Germany; to be filled as soon as possible. We are an interdisciplinary group of synthetic chemists, biochemists and biophysicists working on the functional modulation of histone deacetylases and their interactions with ligands. Your responsibilities include the application of biochemical, molecular and cell biological methods to elucidate the mechanism by which external and internal redox signals are transmitted to the important cancer target HDAC8 and thereby regulate its function. We invite applications from individuals holding a M.Sc. or an equivalent degree. Please submit your application, which should include a CV, academic transcripts, and a cover letter detailing your background, motivation, and interest, in a single PDF file to Prof. Dr. Franz-Josef Meyer-Almes ( franz-josef.meyer-almes@h-da.de ). Feel free to contact us in advance if you have any questions. We look forward to receiving your application! Visit our website here for more details.
PhD in Mass Spectrometry-based Metabolomics. At the Philipps University Marburg, group of Prof. R. Verena Taudte, a position for a Doctoral Researcher (salary level TV-L E 13) is available at the earliest possible date. We are offering a fixed-term part-time position (65%) for 3 years. The position includes scientific services in teaching and research, specifically applying mass spectrometry-based metabolomics to translational research questions. Research focus is metabolic investigation of breast cancer resistant cells and their secretome. Tasks will include complex sample preparation, data acquisition via modern LC- and GC-MS, data analysis including statistical evaluation and biomedical interpretation. Active participation in conferences and seminars is expected. The PhD position is part of the GRK 2573 “The inflammatory tumor secretome – from understanding to novel therapies”. This research training group GRK 2573 with a focus on the role of the tumor secretome in tumor progression and therapy resistance is characterized by its interdisciplinary composition of basic research-oriented as well as clinicllay active scientists. Our expectations are: A MSc degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Medicine/Human Biology, Pharmacy, or Biology; prior knowledge of mass spectrometry, experience/interest in cell culture and molecular biological methods; capacity for teamwork; great interest in translational research; high level of self-motivation, commitment and work ethics. Further details are available here.
A doctoral position (TV-L E13, 50%) is to be filled in the Inorganic Chemistry department of the University of Wuppertal. The position as a research assistant in Prof. Dr. Carsten Jenne's working group offers the opportunity to do a doctorate in a modern field of inorganic molecular chemistry with a focus on the chemistry of boron clusters. We offer modern laboratory equipment in a new building and a very diverse range of activities from synthetic to spectroscopic, structural analysis to theoretical methods. A university degree in chemistry with a focus on synthetic chemistry is expected. Knowledge of the relevant working techniques, team and communication skills and good German and English skills are desirable. Applications with complete documents must be submitted via the University of Wuppertal's online portal by July 22, 2024, quoting the reference number 24197.
PhD position (m/f/d) in organic chemistry at the University of Tübingen. The group of Ivana Fleischer invites applications for the position of PhD student (E 13 TV-L, 50 %) for the duration of 3 years. We are looking for a highly motivated researcher to work on the development of catalysts for the energy release from molecular solar thermal energy storage systems. Interested applicants should have a strong background in organic chemistry, mechanistic investigations (kinetics) and experience with organometallic chemistry and catalysis. They must hold, or are soon to complete, an outstanding Master's degree in chemistry. Very good communication skills in English and excellent knowledge of organic chemistry are expected. The ability to work safely, independently and in a team environment is essential. Please send your application with the usual documentation (letter of motivation, curriculum vitae, copies of certificates, publication list, contact information of references) in electronic form (one pdf-file only) to: ivana.fleischer@uni-tuebingen.de. Deadline is 31.7.2024.
ERC-funded Ph.D. position in RNA Chemical Biology / Epitranscriptomics at Heidelberg University. Prof. Dr. Andres Jäschke's team explores natural RNA modifications' biological roles, connecting redox biology and gene expression via NAD-linked RNAs. Expanding beyond NAD-RNAs, this project explores coenzyme-linked RNAs' scope and importance. Novel capture methods will identify RNAs modified with various coenzymes. The project combines organic chemistry with biochemistry and bioinformatics. It encompasses diverse organisms, investigating occurrence, abundance, and structural diversity. We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated candidates interested in RNA biochemistry. A Master's degree in chemistry or biochemistry, strong academic performance, initiative, creativity, teamwork, solid English language skills, and biochemistry expertise are prerequisites. Experience in RNA biology, next-gen sequencing, or mass spectrometry is advantageous. Visit here to learn more.
A PhD position at the Department of Inorganic Chemistry of the University of Graz, Austria is available. The research project focuses on the development of new coordination compounds that are suitable for modeling the active site of metalloenzymes aiming at a better understanding of the functionality of the enzymes. The applicant should have a master's or an equivalent degree in Chemistry. Experience in transition metal chemistry, inert atmosphere synthesis, and characterization techniques is beneficial. The candidate must have good capabilities in written and oral English. Participation in student education is expected. The institute offers PhD positions in a dynamic and international research team equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure. Applicants should send a detailed CV and copies of relevant documents together with a motivation letter electronically (PDF) no later than August 20th, 2024 to the secretariat ( sara.pungor@uni-graz.at ) of Prof. Dr Nadia C. Mösch-Zanetti, Institute of Chemistry/Inorganic Chemistry, University of Graz, Schubertstrasse 1, 8010 Graz/Austria. Research group website here.
PhD position in Sustainable Organic Chemistry is available at the University of Antwerp, Belgium. The PhD research project will deal with the development of new synthetic methodologies to transform biorenewable platform molecules into a novel generation of flame retardants. The ideal candidate for the position holds a master's degree in chemistry with hands-on experience in analytical separation and preparative purification techniques, and structural characterization of organic molecules. The ability to work in a team, good communication/writing skills and a good mastery of the English language are required. Interest in multidisciplinary research is an advantage. To apply, send a detailed CV, motivation letter and contact details of at least one previous supervisor to VacancyORSY@uantwerpen.be before July 15, 2024. Mention “Application PhD LIBRA-2” in the subject line. The selected candidate is expected to begin in September 2024. For more details about the position and the research group, visit our web site here.
PhD fellowship in theoretical chemistry at Helmholtz Institute Mainz. In the emerging Liebig-junior group of Konstantin Gaul a PhD fellowship is immediately available. The fellowship is funded by Fonds derchemische Industrie (FCI) and comes with monthly rates of 1850 € (tax free). The PhD project will focus on advancing relativistic density functional theory to open-up zero-to-ultrolow-field NMR spectroscopy for studies of heavy-element chemistry. Hosted by the experimental group of Prof. Dmitry Budker at Helmholtz Institute, Johannes-Gutenberg University Mainz, the young research group offers a stimulating interdisciplinary working environment. Applicants require a master's degree in Chemistry, Physics or a related area and should have basic knowledge of electronic structure theory at the level of a theoretical chemistry or physics master's program. Visit gaulresearch.com to find out more. Applications should be sent to konstantin.gaul@uni-mainz.de and include a motivation letter, bachelor and master certificates (with transcript of records), master thesis and a short CV.
Postdoc (m/f/d) in Organic Chemistry and Natural Products. The position is to be filled on a fixed-term basis for a period of 2 years (EG 13 TV-L, full-time). The successful applicant will be given the opportunity for further scientific qualification. Our research group is interested in the chemistry of communication of various organisms ranging from butterflies to bacteria. We identify volatile and semi-volatile secondary metabolites from limited amounts of material using GC/MS, GC/IR, and other methods. Proposed structures have to be verified by synthesis. Research is carried out in cooperation with biologists. The project aims at the identification and synthesis of volatiles from various sources. Therefore, the candidate has to perform both total synthesis and organic trace analysis, as well as microbial fermentation. An interest in biological questions and experience in synthetic organic synthesis is a prerequisite. The applicant should hold a PhD degree in Organic Chemistry or a closely related field. The project is funded by the German Science Foundation (DFG). The full position description can be found here. Please send the usual documents (cover letter, certificates, CV, etc.) in a single pdf file by 31.7.2024 at the latest via email to Prof. Dr. Stefan Schulz ( stefan.schulz@tu-bs.de ). The Schulz Lab website can be found here.
Chemnitz University of Technology – PhD position – catalytic methanol steam reforming. A PhD position on developing supported intermetallic compounds as catalysts for methanol steam reforming is available in the group Materials for Innovative Energy Concepts (Prof. Dr. Marc Armbrüster). Your tasks comprise the synthesis and characterisation of the materials, the catalytic testing and kinetic evaluation as well as deriving reliable structure-property relationships. Our team is embedded in numerous interdisciplinary co-operations and technology transfer to industry plays an important part. Profound knowledge of solid state chemistry, ideally experience in synthesis and characterisation of nanoparticulate materials as well as basic knowledge in heterogeneous catalysis are advantageous. More information can be found here. Deadline for applications: June 19, 2024.
PhD position (m/f/d) – 417-02/2024 in the area of Development of novel bifunctional aluminium-zirconium metallocene catalysts. The research group of Prof. Torsten Beweries at Leibniz Institute for Catalysis (LIKAT Rostock) has an opening for a position. Your task: Development of bifunctional aluminium-zirconium based catalysts and their characterisation and application in olefin polymerisation. The candidate is being supervised by Torsten Beweries (LIKAT) and Thorsten Holtrichter (LANXESS Organometallics GmbH) as part of a joint project funded by the BMBF. Your competence: Excellent knowledge of either German or English is required. Experience in the field of organometallic chemistry and good knowledge of standard characterisation is mandatory. The applicant should have a high degree of self-motivation and actively participate in problem solving across research topics in international interdisciplinary teams Our offer: We offer a PhD position in an excellent, international environment at LIKAT. The position is available from August 1, 2024 and limited to 3 years. The salary is based on public service rates of the German states (E13 TV-L, 66%). Please send your application by e-mail (in one pdf file, max. 25 MB) quoting the reference number 417-02/2024 to bewerbungen@catalysis.de until June 30, 2024. For topic related questions, please contact Fabian Reiß directly. Details can be found here.
The Institute of Optics and Atomic Physics at TU Berlin (Prof. Otto Dopfer) invites applications for a fully funded PhD position (m/f/d, 3 years, E13 TV-L 75%, DFG Project). The project involves the characterization of the structural and electronic properties of fundamental hydrocarbon molecules (diamondoids and their derivatives and aggregates) in the gas phase using state-of-the-art laser spectroscopy (IR, Vis, UV), mass spectrometry and quantum chemistry . The systems studied are highly relevant for astrochemistry, materials science, organic chemistry, pharmacy, and theoretical chemistry. We are an international team with many collaborations and offer excellent supervision. Further information is available here. Please send your complete application as a single pdf file to dopfer@physik.tu-berlin.de. The deadline for applications is 30.6.2024.
A PhD position with focus on the study of RNA-ligand interactions using advanced mass spectrometry techniques is available in the research group of Prof. Dr. Kathrin Breuker at the University of Innsbruck. Further information is available here. We aim to improve the understanding of the interactions between ribonucleic acids and native ligands or potential drugs in order to advance RNA structural biology research and to promote the development of RNA-targeted therapeutics. Applicants should hold a master's degree in chemistry, pharmacy, or a closely related field, ideally with experience in mass spectrometry. Please email your application (single pdf file including a brief motivation letter, curriculum vitae, and diploma) to kathrin.breuker@uibk.ac.at. The project is funded by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF), and the starting date of employment will be by mutual agreement.
A doctoral position (TVL 13, limited to 4 years) is to be filled at the Institute of Building Materials, Building Physics and chemistry of construction materials at the TU Hamburg. The research subject is the biogenic sulfuric acid corrosion of mortar and concrete. You can find further information here. The application deadline is May 30, 2024.
The Otto Diels Institute for Organic Chemistry at the Christian-Albrechts University of Kiel is looking for a research assistant (13 TV-L/2) to start on October 1, 2024 or as soon as possible. This project position will involve planning and carrying out experiments in the van Gemmeren working group. The range of tasks will also include the evaluation and theoretical preparation of the results, the documentation of the work carried out, and the writing of manuscripts for publication of the results. As part of the ERC Starting Grant DULICAT, methods for the non-directed activation of aromatic carbon-hydrogen bonds are to be developed. The position will enable further academic qualifications (doctorate). The full job advertisement can be found here. Please send your application (cover letter, CV, MSc and BSc certificates or interim notifications) in one pdf file by June 19, 2024 to: Dr. Manuel van Gemmeren, vangemmeren@oc.uni-kiel.de under reference: MvG 006.
Ph.D. Position in Medicinal Chemistry: Synthesis of HDAC11 inhibitor as lead structures for novel antidiabetics; Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences, Germany; to be filled as soon as possible. The position is part-time 75% (TV-L 13). We are an interdisciplinary group of synthetic chemists, biochemists and biophysicists working on protein-ligand interactions. Your responsibilities will include the development of strategies for the identification of allosteric binding sites of HDAC11, design and synthesis of specific HDAC11 inhibitors, and elucidation of the binding mechanism. We invite applications from individuals holding a M.Sc. or an equivalent degree in chemistry. Please submit your application, which should include a CV, academic transcripts, and a cover letter detailing your background, motivation, and interest, in a single PDF file to Prof. Dr. Franz-Josef Meyer-Almes ( franz-josef.meyer-almes@h-da.de ). Feel free to contact us in advance if you have any questions. We look forward to receiving your application! Visit our website here for more details.
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