Research Associate for the Project “BIOCYCLING – Productive Biofilm Systems” § 28 Subsection 3 HmbHG

Hamburg Center for Health Economics; Hamburg; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 50.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Hamburg Center for Health Economics is seeking a part-time research associate for the BIOCYCLING project. The successful candidate will engage in innovative research focusing on bacteria capable of degrading PET, contributing to both independent research and opportunities for doctoral studies. Collaboration within a reputable institution emphasizing excellence in research is guaranteed.

Leistungen

Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements

Continuing education opportunities

University pensions

Flexible working hours

30 days of vacation per annum

Qualifikationen

• University degree with a strong focus on molecular characterization of metabolic pathways and protein expression.
• Knowledge of OMICs technologies and bacterial genetics required.
• Experience in biofilm monitoring and research desirable.

Aufgaben

• Cultivate bacteria in biofilms on PET surfaces.
• Perform analyses of bacteria forming biofilms on plastic surfaces.
• Conduct strain engineering to improve bacterial performance.

Kenntnisse

Team spirit

Excellent oral and written English skills

Excellent oral and written German skills

Ausbildung

University degree in Microbiology, Molecular Life Science, Biochemistry or related field

Jobbeschreibung

InstitutionFaculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences, Department of Biology, Institute of Plant Science and Microbiology

Salary levelEGR. 13 TV-L

Start date01.09.2025, fixed until 30.08.2028 (This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with Section 2 of the academic fixed-term labor contract act [Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz, WissZeitVG]).

Application deadline23.06.2025

Scope of workpart-time

Weekly hours75 % of standard work hours per week

Your responsibilities

Duties include academic services in the project named above. Research associates may also pursue independent research and further academic qualifications. They may also pursue doctoral studies outside of working duties.

General Information On The Project BIOCYCLING Within The Framework Of The DFG (German Research Foundation) Priority Program „Produktive Biofilmsysteme” (SPP 2494)

The project aims to develop bacteria that can degrade PET foils, or particles performing biofilms on the surfaces of the polymer. Within the project various non-pathogenic bacteria will be used to degrade PET efficiently and implement the degradation in the biosynthesis of valuable products for further use in industrial processes.

Specific Information On The Scheduled Research Work

The researcher will be a member of the lab of Microbiology and Biotechnology, University of Hamburg. The successful candidate will cultivate bacteria in biofilms on PET surfaces and will perform extensive analyses of bacteria, forming biofilms on plastic surfaces. For this the applicant will be using confocal microscopy technologies, life cell imaging combined with highly sophisticated analytical technologies.

Further strain engineering to improve and alter the bacterial performance will be an essential part of the study.

Your profile

A university degree in a relevant field.

A university degree in Microbiology, Molecular Life Science, Biochemistry or related field is essential. Successfully completed studies in the field of microbiology, molecular biology or a comparable degree program with a strong focus molecular characterization of metabolic pathways, and protein expression - preferably on PET degrading enzymes-, biofilm research and genetic engineering.Further knowledge on OMICs technologies, molecular biology, and bacterial genetics is required. In addition, theoretical knowledge and work experience in biofilm monitoring are required. Team spirit, excellent oral and written English and German skills are necessary.

We offer

• Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements
• Continuing education opportunities
• University pensions
• Attractive location
• Flexible working hours
• Work-life balance opportunities
• Health management, EGYM Wellpass
• Educational leave
• 30 days of vacation per annum
  
  

Universität Hamburg—University of Excellence is one of the strongest research educational institutions in Germany. Our work in research, teaching, educational and knowledge exchange activities is fostering the next generation of responsible global citizens ready to tackle the global challenges facing us. Our guiding principle “Innovating and Cooperating for a Sustainable Future in a digital age” drives collaboration with academic and nonacademic partner institutions in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region and around the world. We would like to invite you to be part of our community to work with us in creating sustainable and digital change for a dynamic and pluralist society.

The University of Hamburg is committed to equity. Diversity enriches our university life, whether in our studies, research, teaching, education, or workplace. We therefore welcome all applications, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic or social background, age, religion or belief, disability, or chronic illness.

Severely disabled and disabled applicants with the same status will receive preference over equally qualified non-disabled applicants.

Instructions for applying

Contact

Wolfgang Streit

[e-mail]

[phone]

Christel Vollstedt

[e-mail]

[phone]

Reference number

142

Location

Ohnhorststraße 18

22609 Hamburg

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Application deadline

23.06.2025

Use only the online application form to submit your application with the following documents:

• cover letter
• CV
• copies of degree certificate(s)
  
  

If you experience technical problems, send an email to [e-mail].

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