Postdoc Position: DNA origami for metasurfaces

Center for NanoScience Munich; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research institution in Germany is seeking a Postdoc to develop strategies for programmable DNA origami and opto-mechanical metasurfaces. The role involves integrating self-assembly and nanomechanical switching to create innovative applications. A degree in physics, (bio)chemistry, material sciences, mechanical or electrical engineering is required, along with excellent English skills. This is a full-time temporary position with a salary based on the German civil service payment scale.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in relevant field is required.
• Fluent in English at an excellent level.

Aufgaben

• Develop strategies for programmable DNA origami.
• Explore arrangements of DNA-based tiles for tunable metapixels.
• Integrate algorithmic self-assembly and nanomechanical switching.

Kenntnisse

Excellent English

Ausbildung

Degree in physics, (bio)chemistry, material sciences, mechanical or electrical engineering

Jobbeschreibung

Organisation/Company Center for NanoScience Munich Department Faculty of Physics Research Field Physics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Country Germany Application Deadline 30 Jan 2026 - 12:00 (Europe/Berlin) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Offer Starting Date 3 Jun 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe - ERC Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

This project project will develop strategies for programmable DNA origami tiling and opto‑mechanical metasurfaces that combine self‑assembly with precise optical functionality. The work will explore how DNA‑based tiles can be arranged and actuated to form tunable metapixels, enabling dynamic control of light at the nanoscale. This project will integrate algorithmic self‑assembly and nanomechanical switching to create energy‑efficient applications within the ERC Synergy scheme DNA for Reconfigurable Nano‑Opto‑Mechanical Systems, DNA4RENOMS.

Requirements for the position: Degree in physics, (bio)chemistry, material sciences, mechanical or electrical engineering

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Additional Information

Position/Salary 100% TV-L E 13 (German civil service payment scale)