Job advertisement

Vacancy ID: 224/2024
Closing date: 2024-11-30

Friedrich Schiller University is a traditional university with a strong research profile rooted in the heart of Germany. As a university covering all disciplines, it offers a wide range of subjects. Its research is focused on the areas Light—Life—Liberty. It is closely networked with non-research institutions, research companies and renowned cultural institutions. With around 17.000 students and more than 10.000 employees, the university plays a major role in shaping Jena’s character as a cosmopolitan and future-oriented city.

Within the framework of a BMWK-funded project (“PolyVis”) we seek to fill the position of a

Doctoral Researcher in the field of polymer synthesis

commencing on the earliest possible starting date.

In this project, researchers from Heyfair GmbH and FEW Chemicals GmbH are working together on the development of dye-labelled polymers and their formulations for the development of innovative disinfection products. The focus is on the synthesis of a new intelligent additive, but also on the implementation of the results to a marketable product. The project is funded by the Federal Ministry of Economics and Culture.

Your responsibilities:

• Work on interdisciplinary research projects within the field Baselipid
• Synthesis and characterization of new dye-labeled polymers through polymerization and postfunctionalization methods
• Intense collaboration with project partners from industry and academics
• Work on an own scientific qualification project, i.e. doctorate degree
• PhD project planning, project coordination, experimental work, reporting, and communication
• Generate scientific output in terms of patents, publications, posters, presentations, including participation at international conferences
• Guidance of Bachelor/Master students and/or interns

Your profile:

• A Master’s degree in Chemistry or Polymer Sciences (or a similar field of research)
• A solid background in synthetic organic and macromolecular chemistry
• Experience in structural analysis of polymers is of advantage
• Enthusiasm to play an active role in the interdisciplinary research team
• Highly motivated and creative personality, with an interest to shape their own thesis project
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English

We offer:

• Opportunity for research in an innovative and worldwide unique research platform
• A communicative atmosphere within a scientific network providing top-level research facilities, including participation in international and national conferences, project meetings and workshops
• A Graduate Academy for doctoral candidates and postdocs;
• A family-friendly working environment with a variety of offers for families: University Family Office ‘JUniFamilie’ and flexible childcare (‘JUniKinder);
• University health promotion and a wide range of university sports activities;
• Attractive fringe benefits, e.g. capital formation benefits (VL) and an occupational pension (VBL)
• Remuneration based on the provisions of the Collective Agreement for the Public Sector of the Federal States (TV-L) at salary scale E13 — depending on the candidate’s personal qualifications—, including a special annual payment in accordance with the collective agreement.
• 30 days of vacation per calendar year plus two days off on December 24 and 31

The advertised position is (initially) limited according to the duration of the project, i.e. until March 31st, 2027.

This is a 65%time position (26 hours per week).

Candidates with severe disabilities will be given preference in the case of equal qualifications and suitability.

Are you eager to work for us? Then apply by 30.11.2024 using our online form.

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