Research Associate / Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in at the Institute of Technical Biocatalysis

Technische Universität Hamburg; Hamburg; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 55.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Institute of Technical Biocatalysis at TU Hamburg is seeking a Research Associate to contribute to the BIOCYCLING project. This role involves developing innovative biofilm analytics and reactor concepts for PET degradation, alongside teaching responsibilities. Join a collaborative and interdisciplinary team dedicated to sustainable biotechnological processes.

Leistungen

30 days vacation per year

Company pension scheme

Possibility of mobile working

Comprehensive training programs

Qualifikationen

• Completed scientific university studies in relevant fields.
• Experience in laboratory work and knowledge in biocatalysis.

Aufgaben

• Establish in-line biofilm analytics using FTIR.
• Characterize biofilm growth and PET degradation kinetics.
• Write reports and scientific publications.

Kenntnisse

Laboratory Work

Biocatalysis

Data Analysis

Ausbildung

Scientific University Studies in Bioprocess Engineering

Tools

FTIR

Jobbeschreibung

Research Associate

(m/f/d) /

Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiterin (m/w/d)

Institute

Institute of Technical Biocatalysis

RemunerationEG 13 TV-L

Start of employment July 1st 2025

Application deadline June 5th 2025

Scope part time (75%) and fixed term until July 31st 2028

The position is part of the BIOCYCLING project within the DFGs (Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft) special priority program on productive biofilm systems (SPP 2494). It aims to address key scientific questions to enable engineered biofilms that can upcycle PET into valuable chemicals in a scalable, continuous bioreactor. A special focus is the development of non-invasive in-line process analytics for realtime monitoring of PET degradation and biofilm growth.

The Institute for Technical Biocatalysis at the TU Hamburg develops sustainable biotechnological processes for a climate-friendly future. Our interdisciplinary, international team works with enthusiasm and scientific curiosity in an open, collegial atmosphere. Doctoral studies are research-oriented at the interface of biotechnology, chemistry and process engineering – innovative, application-oriented and in dialogue with research and industry.

YOUR TASKS

• Establishment of in-line biofilm analytics using FTIR
• Characterization of biofilm growth and PET degradation reaction kinetics
• Development of a novel biofilm reactor concept for PET degradation
• Writing reports and scientific publications, applying for third-party funding and presenting at scientific conferences and congresses
• Participation in teaching, supervision of research and final theses (project, Bachelor's and Master's theses)
  
  

YOUR PROFILE

Requirements

• Completed scientific university studies, in particular in the subject*s bioprocess engineering, process engineering, technical chemistry, electrochemistry, biocatalysis/biotechnology
  
  

Required Knowledge And Personal Skills

• Experience of working in a laboratory
• Knowledge in biocatalysis and downstream processing
• Experience with FTIR analytics and data analysis software is of advantage
• Enjoy working in an interdisciplinary and international team as well as having an independent way of working
  
  

OUR OFFER

• a job in an interesting, friendly and appreciative working environment
• intensive induction/ onboarding
• possibility of mobile working
• 30 day vacation per year
• good public transport connections
• company pension scheme, capital-forming benefits
• comprehensive training and further education programs
• internal offers for health promotion
• special conditions in further gyms
  
  

At the heart of TU Hamburg’s research, teaching and transfer of technology is the guiding principle of developing technology for people. The TU Hamburg sees itself in this context as a family-friendly and sustainable university with high performance and quality standards that strives for excellence in all its research fields. Interdisciplinarity, innovation, regionality and internationality are binding principles in our actions. With currently around 8.000 students, 110 professors and 1.650 employees, the TU Hamburg is characterised by short decision-making processes and close cooperation between the board, the institutes, the deans of studies, the research areas and the administration. We identify ourselves with a modern leadership culture and cultivate appreciative interaction.

For further information please contact Victoria Bueschler, Tel.-Nr.

[phone]

, Email: [e-mail]

We value diversity, therefore all applications are welcome, regardless of gender, gender identity, ethnic origin, nationality, age, religion and belief, disability, sexual orientation and identity or social background.

The TUHH stands for equal opportunities

as well as appreciative and respectful cooperation.

Please send your complete application documents (cover letter, curriculum vitae in table form, proof ofcompleted training and/or university degree, job references or certificates of employment) via the online application system.

Notice for severely disabled persons and people with equal status.

Notice for graduates of foreign educational qualifications:

Please submit proof of all obtained university degrees and, if available, the recognition of your educational qualifications in Germany (e.g. anabin excerpts and/or acknowledgement of previous employers).

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