Max Planck Research Group Leader (W2) in Nanoscale Water Research

Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research institute in Germany is seeking an independent Max Planck Research Group Leader to advance the understanding of water at the nanoscale. This role offers a competitive salary, a start-up budget, and the opportunity to lead innovative research in critical technologies involving water purification and hydrogen production. Candidates should hold a PhD in a related field and demonstrate a track record of research innovation. Women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Leistungen

Competitive salary

Start-up budget for research

Access to world-class technical support

Qualifikationen

• A proven track record of innovation in nanoscale water science or related areas.
• An ambitious and forward-thinking research program that aligns with the Initiative’s goals.
• Develop an innovative and independent research agenda to advance nanoscale water science.

Aufgaben

• Lead cutting-edge research in water and energy technologies.
• Conduct research to improve water purification and desalination methods.
• Study the molecular-level properties of water and its interactions in complex environments.

Kenntnisse

Innovation in nanoscale water science

Experimental approaches to studying molecular-level properties of water

Ausbildung

PhD in physics, chemistry, materials science, or related field

Jobbeschreibung

The Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research is seeking to recruit an independent Max Planck Research Group Leader (W2 Federal Civil Service Remuneration Act). The position is comparable to that of an associate professor without tenure at a US university.

We offer:

Position Details:

• The Max Planck Research Group is limited to a term of six years, with the possibility of a 3‑year extension.
• Your remuneration is based on remuneration group W2 of the Federal Civil Service Remuneration Act (Bundesbesoldungsgesetz– BBesG).
• Besides a competitive salary, the position offers a start-up budget and annual research budget comparable to that of an ERC Starting Grant.
• You will have access to world-class technical support and outstanding scientific infrastructure.

The position is part of a newLiquids Initiativeat the MPI for Polymer Research (MPI‑P). This initiative focuses on advancing the fundamental understanding of water and its behavior at the nanoscale to address pressing global challenges related to water and energy. This includes improving water purification, desalination, and hydrogen production technologies by leveraging nanoscale insights into water's unique properties. We provide an exciting opportunity to lead cutting-edge research in an interdisciplinary environment at the intersection of fundamental science and technological innovation in one of today’s most critical fields.

Your qualifications:

Candidates are expected to have:

• A PhD in physics, chemistry, materials science, or a related field with an experimental focus.
• A proven track record of innovation in nanoscale water science or related areas.
• An ambitious and forward-thinking research program that aligns with the Initiative’s goals.
• We are particularly interested in candidates who specialize in experimental approaches to studying the molecular-level properties of water and its interactions in complex environments.
• Within this broad scope, the successful candidate is expected to develop an innovative and independent research agenda that contributes to advancing nanoscale water science.

Your application:

Please submit your applicationonlinehereas a single PDF file containing:

1. Letter of interest (max. 2pages)
2. Curriculum Vitae (max. 3pages, focusing on your most relevant achievements)
3. Research statement (max. 3pages)
4. Two representative publications
5. Contact information for two academic referees

Questions?

For inquiries about the position, please contact Mischa Bonn,[e-mail].

The Max Planck Society wishes to increase the number of women in those areas where they are underrepresented. Women are therefore explicitly encouraged to apply.

The Max Planck Society is committed to increasing the number of employees with severe disabilities in its workforce. Applications from persons with severe disabilities are expressly desired.

Have we aroused your interest?

Then we look forward to receiving your application.

If you would like to work in a dedicated team, please convince us now by sending us your completeapplicationdocument.

Application deadline:
September 30, 2025