Fully Funded PhD Position in Organic Chemistry & Biocatalysis

PhDFinder; Graz; Vor Ort; EUR 2 000 - 47 000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading university is offering a fully funded PhD position in Organic Chemistry and Biocatalysis. This research opportunity, under the guidance of experienced researchers, includes a collaborative international environment and a significant training component, preparing candidates for advanced roles in innovative biochemistry.

Leistungen

Collaborative and international research environment

Training in advanced scientific methods

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree in Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related discipline required.
• Proficiency in English and collaborative skills necessary.
• Experience with relevant tools is advantageous.

Aufgaben

• Develop novel photobiocatalytic enzyme platform for C–C bond formation.
• Collaborate with international researchers.
• Complete a 6-9 month research stay in Spain.

Kenntnisse

Molecular Biology

Biotransformations

Enzyme/Organic Synthesis

HPLC

GC

NMR

Bioinformatics

Automation

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Organic Chemistry

Related discipline

Jobbeschreibung

University: University of Graz

Country: Austria

Deadline: June 20th, 2025

Fields: Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Chemical Engineering

The Institute of Chemistry at the University of Graz is inviting applications for a fully funded PhD position in the field of Organic Chemistry and Biocatalysis, under the supervision of Dr. Christoph Winkler. This project, funded by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF), offers an excellent opportunity to work in an international research environment, including collaboration with Prof. Marc Garcia-Borràs at the University of Girona, Spain.

Project Overview

– Focus on the development of a novel photobiocatalytic enzyme platform for C–C bond formation

– Project duration: 3 years

– Includes a 6–9 month research stay at the University of Girona (Spain)

– Preferred start date: November 2025

Funding And Benefits

– Gross salary of approximately €2780 per month (14 payments per year)

– Net salary of approximately €2000 per month

– Training in biocatalysis, organic synthesis, bioinformatics, molecular biology, high-throughput methods, and enzyme engineering

– Collaborative and international research environment

Requirements

– Master’s degree in organic chemistry, biochemistry, or a related discipline

– Knowledge of molecular biology, biotransformations, and enzyme/organic synthesis

– Experience with HPLC, GC, NMR, bioinformatics, and automation is advantageous

– Proficiency in English (written and spoken)

– Ability to work independently and collaboratively

– Eligibility for graduate studies at the University of Graz

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should submit the following documents by June 20th, 2025, to [e-mail] (Subject: PhD-PDMS14437):

– Cover letter

– Curriculum Vitae

– Letter of motivation

– MSc certificate (or equivalent)

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