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Stellenliste vom 24. Juni 2024

In der Anorganische Chemie der Bergischen Universität Wuppertal ist eine Doktorandenstelle (TV-L E13, 50%) zu besetzen. Die Stelle als wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in im Arbeitskreis von Prof. Dr. Carsten Jenne bietet die Möglichkeit zur Promotion auf einem modernen Gebiet der Anorganischen Molekülchemie mit einem Schwerpunkt auf der Chemie der Borcluster. Wir bieten eine moderne Laborausstattung in einem neuen Gebäude und ein sehr vielseitiges Tätigkeitsspektrum von synthetischen über spektroskopische, strukturanalytische zu theoretischen Methoden. Erwartet wird ein abgeschlossenes Hochschulstudium der Chemie mit Schwerpunkt in der Synthesechemie. Kenntnisse der entsprechenden Arbeitstechniken, Team- und Kommunikationsfähigkeit und gute Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse sind erwünscht. Bewerbungen mit vollständigen Unterlagen sind unter Angabe der Kennziffer 24197 über das Onlineportal der Uni Wuppertal bis zum 22.07.2024 einzureichen.

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 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 the modeling of 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.

Stellenliste vom 17. Juni 2024

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 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 minimum 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 der chemischen 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 on the level of a theoretical chemistry or physics master's program. Visit gaulresearch.com to find out more. Applications should be send 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 done 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. 

Stellenliste vom 10. Juni 2024

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 in 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 language 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.

Stellenliste vom 3. Juni 2024

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 studied systems 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 the application 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 at a better understanding of the interactions between ribonucleic acids and native ligands or potential drugs 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.

Stellenliste vom 27. Mai 2024

Am Institut für Baustoffe, Bauphysik und Bauchemie der TU Hamburg ist eine Doktorandenstelle (TVL 13, befristet auf 4 Jahre) zu besetzen. Forschungsgegenstand ist die biogene Schwefelsäurekorrosion von Mörtel und Beton. Weitere Informationen finden Sie hier. Bewerbungsschluss ist der 30.5.2024.

Das Otto Diels-Institut für Organische Chemie der Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel sucht zum 01. Oktober 2024 oder zum nächstmöglichen eine*n Wissenschaftliche*n Mitarbeiter*in (13 TV-L/2). Im Rahmen dieser Projektstelle soll im AK van Gemmeren Experimente geplant und durchgeführt werden. Zudem gehören die Auswertung und theoretische Aufbereitung der Ergebnisse, die Dokumentation der durchgeführten Arbeiten und das Verfassen von Manuskripten zur Veröffentlichung der Resultate zum Aufgabenspektrum. Im Rahmen des ERC Starting Grants DULICAT sollen Methoden für die nicht-dirigierte Aktivierung aromatischer Kohlenstoff-Wasserstoff-Bindungen entwickelt werden. Die Tätigkeit ermöglicht eine weitere akademische Qualifikation (Promotion). Die vollständige Stellenausschreibung findet sich hier. Ihre Bewerbung (Anschreiben, Lebenslauf, MSc- und BSc-Zeugnisse oder Zwischenbescheide) senden Sie bitte in einer pdf-Datei bis zum 19.06.2024 an: Dr. Manuel van Gemmeren, vangemmeren@oc.uni-kiel.de unter der Referenz: MvG 006.

Ph.D. Position in Medicinal Chemistry: Synthesis of HDAC11 inhibitor as lead structures for novel antidiabtics; Hochschule Darmstadt, 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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