Research Assistant (m/f/d) in the field of Organic Chemistry and Functional Materials

Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 30.000 - 40.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research university in Germany seeks a part-time Research Assistant in Organic Chemistry to join a project on 'Heterostructures of Molecules and Two-Dimensional Materials.' Candidates should have a relevant university degree and strong skills in organic synthesis and characterization. This position offers the opportunity for scientific qualification and is suitable for motivated individuals interested in interdisciplinary work.

Qualifikationen

• In-depth practical knowledge of organic synthesis required.
• Very good written and spoken English skills (at least B2) essential.
• High motivation to work in an interdisciplinary scientific environment.

Aufgaben

• Conduct scientific services in the project 'Heterostructures of Molecules and Two-Dimensional Materials.'
• Synthesize various photoreactive molecules.
• Investigate molecular photochemistry in solution and in the solid state.

Kenntnisse

Organic synthesis

Spectroscopic characterization

Optical spectroscopy

Data interpretation

Knowledge of ChemDraw

Knowledge of Origin

English (at least B2)

Ausbildung

Completed university degree in organic chemistry or related fields

Jobbeschreibung

Organisation/Company Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin Research Field Chemistry Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Country Germany Application Deadline 5 Dec 2025 - 23:59 (Europe/Berlin) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Part-time Hours Per Week 39,4 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number DR/164/25 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Research Assistant (m/f/d) in the field of Organic Chemistry and Functional Materials with expected 75% part-time employment - E 13 TV-L HU (third-party funding limited until 30.06.2029)

• scientific services in the project “Heterostructures of Molecules and Two-Dimensional Materials”
• synthesis of various photoreactive molecules
• investigation of molecular photochemistry in solution and in the solid state
• functionalization of 2D materials
• understanding the structure-property relationships of photoswitch molecules adsorbed on 2D materials
• opportunity to obtain your own scientific qualification (doctorate)

Requirements:

• completed university degree with a specialization in organic chemistry, synthetic materials chemistry, or related fields, all with relevant experience in experimental work
• in-depth practical knowledge of organic synthesis and spectroscopic (possibly microscopic) characterization of molecular materials is essential
• good theoretical background in optical spectroscopy and data interpretation is required
• knowledge of the self-organization of organic molecules on 2D materials is preferred
• experience in the fields of photochemistry and in the use of standard chemical software and evaluation tools such as ChemDraw and Origin is an advantage
• very good written and spoken English skills required (at least B2)
• high level of motivation and willingness to work in an interdisciplinary scientific environment

Please send your application (including cover letter, curriculum vitae, two references and relevant certificates) until 5th December 2025, referencing the job id DR/164/25 to Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Department of Chemistry, Prof. Stefan Hecht, Ph.D. (located: Brook-Taylor Str. 2, 12489 Berlin Adlershof), Unter den Linden 6, 10099 Berlin or preferably in electronic form as a single PDF file to [e-mail]

The Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin is seeking to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching, and specifically encourages qualified female scholars to apply. Severely disabled applicants with equivalent qualifications will be given preferential consideration. People with an immigration history are specifically encouraged to apply. Since we will not return your documents, please submit copies in the application only.

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Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Department of Chemistry Country Germany State/Province Berlin City Berlin Postal Code 12489 Street Brook-Taylor Str. 2 Geofield