Postdoctoral researcher position in Organic Chemistry

Unist; Braunschweig; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading university in Germany is seeking a Postdoc researcher in Organic Chemistry to join an international team focusing on developing innovative synthetic methodologies. The position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for career advancement and engagement in various research initiatives.

Leistungen

Dynamic international working group

Opportunities for career advancement

Access to further education programs

Vibrant campus life

Qualifikationen

• A completed PhD in Organic Chemistry is required.
• German language skills are beneficial but not mandatory.
• Experience with GC, GCMS, LC, and LCMS is desirable.

Aufgaben

• Carrying out research in catalytic organic chemistry.
• Designing and executing experiments in molecular editing.
• Supervising doctoral co-workers and students.

Kenntnisse

Organic Chemistry

Good Communication Skills

German Language Skills

Experience with GC

Experience with GCMS

Experience with LC

Experience with LCMS

Ausbildung

PhD in Organic Chemistry

Jobbeschreibung

Organisation/Company TU Braunschweig Department Institute of Organic Chemistry Research Field Chemistry » Organic chemistry Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Country Germany Application Deadline 30 Jun 2025 - 23:59 (Europe/Berlin) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Offer Starting Date 1 Sep 2025 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

With around 17,000 students and 3,800 employees, the Technische Universität Braunschweig is the largest technical university in northern Germany and the oldest in the country. It is located in the city of Braunschweig, home to 250,000 residents and a city that offers a high quality of life.

In the Institute of Organic Chemistry, the research group of Prof. Dr. Christopher Teskey are looking for a motivated organic chemist with a PhD who is excited at the prospect of joining a dynamic and international team working at the forefront of organic methodology development. The role will focus on developing new synthetic methodologies with a focus on molecular editing – in particular catalytic functional group transposition.

This role is suitable either for candidates directly from their PhD or those who already have some postdoctoral experience. Candidates will develop their skills across different areas of organic chemistry, catalysis and photochemistry with the opportunity for collaboration with research groups focussed on different specialisations.

The planned start of employment is 1st September 2025. The initial contract is planned for 2 years with the potential to extend for a further year depending on individual circumstances.

Where to apply

E-mail [e-mail]

Requirements

Research Field Chemistry » Organic chemistry Education Level PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

• A completed PhD in Organic Chemistry
• German language skills are a benefit but not a must
• Good communications skills, open to new tasks and can work well in a team
• Experience with GC, GCMS, LC and LCMS

Specific Requirements

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out research in the field of catalytic organic chemistry
• Designing and carrying out experiments in the area of molecular editing
• Reporting and writing up of results
• Supervising doctoral co-workers, masters students and bachelor students

Languages ENGLISH Level Good

Research Field Chemistry » Organic chemistry Years of Research Experience 1 - 4

Additional Information

What we offer you:

• To be part of a dynamic, international working group
• Salary level E-13 TVL 100% (starting from approx 2,800 € a month after taxes)
• Opportunities to further your career through the TU Braunschweig Postdoctoral Programme
• A wide range of further education and sports programmes as well as a lively campus life in an international atmosphere

Eligibility criteria

• A completed PhD in Organic Chemistry
• German language skills are a benefit but not a must
• Good communications skills, open to new tasks and can work well in a team
• Experience with GC, GCMS, LC and LCMS

Selection process

The formal application should be submitted by 30.06.2024 and should include:

• a cover letter (explaining your motivation for applying for this position)
• a detailed CV (with contact details of at least two academic s who can provide references)
• applications which do not fulfil these criteria will not be considered

Applications will be processed on a rolling basis and positions filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found. Please note that this process takes some time and it is not necessary to send follow-up emails. All short-listed candidates will be contacted by email about the interview process.