Research Assistant (Postdoc)

The Position is offered for a period of 2 years. The starting date is as soon as possible. The position is full-time with salary and benefits commensurate with a public service position in the state of Hessen, Germany (100 % TV-H E13).

Tasks:

• development of research with a high-degree of independence
• design and conduct multistep organic synthesis of photosensitive molecules (ideally photoswitches and multicomponent reactions)
• photochemical characterisation (quantum yields, life time etc)
• conjugation via solid-phase synthesis
• biological characterisation: cell-based experiments, microscopy, binding experiments
• scientific communication (oral and written) in an international environment
• supervision of students (teaching service at Bachelor’s and Master’s level)

The position will be filled by a temporary contract that is limited to the period, which is necessary to gain further scientific expertise (such as the preparation for a subsequent qualification period). Within the entrusted tasks the opportunity for independent scientific work to obtain additional personal qualification is given. The limitation of the contract complies to § 2, 1 WissZeitVG.

Profile:

• MSc-degree or equivalent and PhD in Chemistry with strong focus on Organic Chemistry or Synthetic Chemical Biology (Bioorganic Chemistry)
• strong theoretical and practical background in organic chemistry (dye chemistry)
• interest in understanding biological processes at the atomic level
• some experience with biological techniques
• self-driven and passionate team player
• excellent English knowledge (written and oral)

We offer:

• multidisciplinary collaborative training within groups in chemistry, biology, medicine, pharmacy, Max Planck (MPI-TM) and industry
• state-of-the-art installations
• international environment
• network and possibility to participate in academic events (conferences, retreats, etc)
• mentorship for future career opportunities
• ticket for free use of public transport in the state Hesse, Germany

Contact for more Information

Prof. Dr. Olalla Vázquez

+49 6421-28 22745

olalla.vazquez@staff.uni-marburg.de

We support women and strongly encourage them to apply. In areas where women are underrepresented, female applicants will be preferred in case of equal qualifications. As a certified family-friendly university, we support our employees in balancing family and career. Sharing a full-time position (§ 8 Abs. 2 S. 1 HGlG) as well as a reduction of working time is possible. Applicants with a disability as discribed in SGB IX (§ 2 Abs. 2, 3) will be preferred in case of equal qualifications. Application and interview costs can not be refunded.

Please apply using the button below by April 27, 2025.