Stellenliste vom 15. Dezember 2025

Postdoctoral Research Opportunity to contribute the project CARAMEL at Constructor University, Germany, from April 1st. The CARAMEL project aims to pioneer new synthetic strategies for modified boron clusters that interact with biological membranes, enabling efficient transport of therapeutics across these barriers. This interdisciplinary research combines organic synthesis, supramolecular chemistry, and membrane biophysics. The ideal candidate for this position holds a PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field, with strong expertise in synthetic chemistry and molecular characterization (NMR, LC-MS, HPLC, UV-vis, and fluorescence spectroscopy). Knowledge on supramolecular chemistry and hands-on experience in membrane transport studies would be advantageous. The ability to work in an international team, excellent communications skills in English, both written and spoken are required. Full details and application here.

Open PhD Position – Main-Group Polymerisation Catalysis (Plajer Group, University of Bayreuth): Join an interdisciplinary research group working at the interface of main-group chemistry and polymer science. The project focuses on the catalytic synthesis of sulfur- and phosphorus-containing polymers via ring-opening polymerisation, combining catalyst and monomer synthesis with polymer characterisation and mechanistic studies. You will gain hands-on experience with air- and moisture-sensitive chemistry, polymerisation catalysis, and techniques such as SEC, DSC, and mechanical testing, embedded in the strong polymer research environment of the Bavarian Polymer Institute. Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in chemistry and have an interest in synthetic inorganic or polymer chemistry. Motivation, independence, and curiosity are essential. Applications (CV, transcripts, brief cover letter) in a single PDF to: alex.plajer@uni-bayreuth.de

PhD position in Flow Chemistry is available at the University of Antwerp, Belgium. The research project will deal with the development of new continuous flow chemistry methods to transform bio-renewable platform molecules into building blocks for the chemical industry of the future. The ideal candidate for this position holds a master degree in chemistry or master degree in bioscience engineering (option chemistry) with hands-on experience in analytical separation techniques, mass spectrometry, preparative purification techniques, and structural characterization of organic molecules. Master students in their last year are encouraged to apply. Previous experience with continuous flow chemistry is an advantage. To apply, send a detailed CV, motivation letter and contact details of minimum one previous supervisor to VacancyORSY@uantwerpen.be before January 11th, 2026. Mention “Application PhD Flow 2026” in the subject line. More details here.

Postdoctoral Research Position in Supramolecular Chemistry at Constructor University, Germany, starting April 1st. The Nau Research Group at Constructor University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join our dynamic, international team. Our research is positioned at the exciting interface of physical-organic and supramolecular chemistry. We develop innovative supramolecular assemblies for applications in sensing, catalysis, and biological systems. We are looking for a talented researcher with a PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field with demonstrated expertise in organic chemistry or biochemistry, or mass spectrometry, and proficient in NMR, HPLC, UV-vis, fluorescence spectroscopy. Hands-on experience with cellular assays, would be advantageous. The ability to work in an international team, experience supervising students, and excellent communications skills in English, both written and spoken are required. Full details and application here.

PhD positions in synthetic chemistry and membrane transport at Constructor University, Germany, from April 1st. The CARAMEL project aims to pioneer new synthetic strategies for modified boron clusters that interact with biological membranes, enabling efficient transport of therapeutics across these barriers. The selected candidates will contribute to the multi-step synthesis of novel boron cluster derivatives, including purification and full structural characterization, physico-chemical analysis of their interactions with cellular membrane models, and mechanistic studies of membrane transport. Candidate profile: BSc and MSc in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related fields, with background in synthetic organic or elemento-inorganic chemistry, and research experience. Hands-on experience with characterization techniques such as NMR, LC-MS, HPLC, and spectroscopy (UV-vis, fluorescence). Familiarity with supramolecular interactions or membrane models is highly desirable. Excellent communication skills in English (both written and spoken). Strong teamworking, organizational, and problem-solving abilities. Further information and application here.

JLU Gießen, Lebensmittelwissenschaften, Prof. Dr. G. Morlock, Wissenschaftliche/r Mitarbeiter/in (m/w/d) 50% E 13 TV-H (befristet). Aufgaben: Eigene wissenschaftliche und hochschuldidaktische Qualifizierung, wissenschaftliche Dienstleistungen in Forschung und Lehre gemäß § 72 HessHG. Übernahme von Lehraufgaben gemäß Lehrverpflichtungsverordnung des Landes Hessen. Entwicklung bzw. Nutzung von nachhaltigen Methoden und Analysesystemen zur Analytik von Wirk- und Schadstoffen, Kontaminanten oder Rückständen in Lebensmitteln, Bedarfsgegenständen, Kosmetika, Umweltproben. Betreuung von Abschlussarbeiten. Anforderungsprofil: Abgeschlossenes wissenschaftliches Hochschulstudium bevorzugt im Fach Naturwissenschaften oder Ingenieurswissenschaften (Diplom, Staatsexamen oder MSc). Praktische chemisch-analytische Kenntnisse (HPLC, HPTLC, HRMS) sowie physiologische und biochemische Kenntnisse (Assays). Gerne auch Kenntnisse in der Programmierung (Phyton, C++) zur Steuerung von Geräten, cloud-basierter Bildauswertung mit künstlicher Intelligenz, Robotik, open source Technologien etc. Gute Kenntnisse in der englischen Sprache. Erfahrungen im Bereich der Publikation wissenschaftlicher Forschungsergebnisse. Bewerben Sie sich über unser Onlineformular bis zum 18.01.2026 unter Angabe der Referenznummer 669/09. Wir freuen uns auf Ihre Bewerbung. Bewerbungsschluss 18.01.2026. Die vollständige Stellenausschreibung finden Sie hier.

The DFG-funded Collaborative Research Center (CRC) 325 „Assembly Controlled Chemical Photocatalysis“ is looking for Doctoral Researchers (m/f/d). Research activities of the CRC 325 embrace synthetic methodology, stereoselective synthesis, coordination chemistry, spectroscopy, and computational/theoretical chemistry. All research projects are highly interdisciplinary and provide you multifaceted scientific training opportunities. You will be based at University of Regensburg, TU Munich, LMU Munich, University of Leipzig, Saarland University or JGU Mainz depending on the location of the subproject and your PhD supervisor. Your perspectives are: Develop your research project within the vibrant field of photochemistry. Build your personal international network to academic and industrial leaders in the field of photochemistry. Grow your individual skills in the activities of the integrated research training group. Complete your dissertation in a short time at one of the universities. Your qualification: Natural science degree, area depends on the skill demand of the individual research project. Very good performance in your studies and a great enthusiasm for science. Social competence, open-minded and flexible. Good English communication skills and enjoyment in dealing with people in a multicultural environment. Ability to work in a team, eager to acquire new knowledge in interdisciplinary research projects. Further information/application here. 

Stellenliste vom 8. Dezember 2025

Senior Scientist, Institute of Organic Chemistry/ NMR Centre, Faculty of Chemsitry, University Vienna. Job vacancy starting: 01.01.2026 | Working hours: 40,00 | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc). Limited contract until: 31.12.2026. Job ID: 4970. Your personal sphere of play: The successful candidate will oversee the operations of the advanced NMR core facility while actively contributing to the research and teaching activities of the Institute of Organic Chemistry. The position is initially limited to one year with the option of subsequent permanent employment. Your future tasks: Operation and management User and research support Instrumentation management Method development Infrastructure maintenance Teaching and training Facility management Scientific development Administrative engagement This is part of your personality: Ph.D. or equivalent experience in chemistry or a related field Extensive hands-on experience with NMR, EPR, DNP spectrometers and techniques Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot instrumentation Excellent knowledge of German and English. Further information and application. Application deadline: 16.12.2025.

University Assistant Predoctoral, Institute of Functional Materials and Catalysis, Faculty of Chemistry, University Vienna. Job vacancy starting: 01.01.2026 | Working hours: 30,00 | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc). Job ID: 4950. Your personal sphere of influence: The Research Group develops advanced porous materials (MOF and COF) for sensing, energy conversion and catalysis. This PhD project aims to control the growth, alignment, and assembly of framework materials using external fields (electric, magnetic, or flow) to create structured, anisotropic, and multifunctional materials. You will join a vibrant and international research environment within the Vienna Doctoral School in Chemistry (DoSChem). The contract duration is 3 years with a preliminary limitation of 1,5 years and will automatically be extended to 3 years unless the employer hands in a non-extension declaration after 12 months. An extension up to a total of 4 years is then possible provided the excellent performance of the candidate. Your future tasks: You actively participate in research, teaching and administration. We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months. This is part of your personality: Master’s degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or related discipline Strong background in inorganic or materials chemistry Experience in materials synthesis and characterization Fluent in English. Further information and application. Application deadline: 09.12.2025.

Stellenliste vom 1. Dezember 2025

Postdoc position in Sustainable Organic Chemistry is available at the University of Antwerp, Belgium, from Spring 2026. The research project will deal with the development of new catalytic methodologies to transform biorenewable platform molecules into building blocks for the chemical industry. The ideal candidate for the position holds a PhD degree in chemistry with hands-on experience in analytical separation and preparative purification techniques, and structural characterization of organic molecules. The ability to work in a team, good communication/writing skills and a good mastery of the English language are required. Interest in multidisciplinary research is a strong advantage. To apply, send a detailed CV, motivation letter and contact details of minimum one previous supervisor to VacancyORSY@uantwerpen.be before December 31st, 2025. Mention “Application postdoc iBOF” in the subject line. More details about our research group here.

2 PhD positions at the Institute of Physical Chemistry, University of Kiel, Germany.  Research in the group of Prof. Dr. Dan Harding aims to develop a deeper understanding of the atomic-scale reaction mechanisms of small molecules at interfaces. Reactions occurring at surfaces are found in many fields, including industrial catalysis and atmospheric chemistry, making a detailed understanding of how and why they occur an important step towards designing better catalysts or modelling pollutants in the atmosphere. We develop and use molecular beam scattering experiments, laser spectroscopy and velocity map imaging detection to probe the dynamics and kinetics of surface processes.  One project will use our unique experimental tools to study the "Structure and Reactivity of Catalytic Surfaces in the Pressure Gap". The goal of the second project is "Extending Near-Ambient Pressure Velocity Map Imaging to Wet Surfaces". Full details are available here. Closing date for applications is 19.12.2025.

University Assistant Predoctoral, Institute of Biophysical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University Vienna. Job vacancy starting: 07.01.2026 | Working hours: 30,00 | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc). Limited contract until: Job ID: 4926. Your personal sphere of influence: The focus of our research is purification,expession and characterisation of a metalloprotein. The employment duration is 3 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 3 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a declaration of non-extension. With appropriate work progress, an extension up to a total of 4 years is possible. Your future tasks: You actively participate in research, teaching and administration. We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months. This is part of your personality: Completed Master's degree or Diploma, in the field of chemistry. Basic experience in academic writing and with research methods. Didactic competences / experience with e-learning. Excellent command of written and spoken English and German(B2 Level). IT user skills: MS Office. You should be a team player with high social skills. Further information and application here. Application deadline: 07.12.2025

Am Institut für Biochemie der Universität Innsbruck ist ab 01.12.2025 eine Stelle als Universitätsassistent:in - Postdoc (40 Stunden/Woche), auf 2 Jahre zu besetzen. Hauptaufgaben: Selbständige Forschungstätigkeit mit Schwerpunkt massenspektrometrische Proteo-Metabolomik und Fluxomik, Wechselspiel zwischen zentralen Stoffwechselmetaboliten (CoA, Acyl-CoA, SAM) und Proteinmodifikationen (Acylierung, Methylierung); Instandhaltung der LC-MS Infrastruktur (Orbitrap Massenspektrometer, Triplequadrupol-Massenspektrometer, UPLC, IC, nano-UPLC); Selbständige Durchführung von Lehrveranstaltungen und Abhaltung von Prüfungen; Betreuung von Studierenden inkl. Betreuung von Bachelorarbeiten, bei Bedarf Mit-Betreuung von Master- und Diplom- sowie PhD-Arbeiten; Übernahme von Forschungs-, Lehr- und Managementaufgaben. Erforderliche Qualifikation: Abgeschlossenes naturwissenschaftliches Studium (PhD. bzw. Dr.rer.nat. in Biochemie/Chemie oder verwandtes Themengebiet); Langjährige Erfahrung im Bereich der Proteomik, Metabolomik und Fluxomik; Fundierte Kenntnisse im Bereich der quantitativen Analyse von Biomolekülen mittels LC-MS und IC-MS (DDA, DIA, label-frei, TMT, MRM, PRM, SIM); der bioinfomatischen Prozessierung und statistischen Auswertung (R, TraceFinder, DIA-NN, Waters_Connect, ProteomDiscoverer, CompoundDiscoverer) und der Probenvorbereitung für die simultane Analyse von Metaboliten, Proteinen, Histonen und Proteinmodifizierungen; Erwünschte Qualifikationen: Erfahrung in der Proteinbiochemie (Immunoblot, Gelelektrophorese), Zellbiologie (Proliferationsassay und Zellkulturmethoden); Kommunikationsfähigkeit und Teamfähigkeit, nachgewiesen durch die Betreuung von erfolgreichen Bachelor-/Masterarbeiten und technischen MitarbeiterInnen in wissenschaftlichen Teams; Ausgezeichnete Deutschkenntnisse; Ausgezeichnete Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift, nachgewiesen durch eigene Publikationen. Vollständiger Ausschreibungstext und Onlinebewerbung hier.

Stellenliste vom 24. November 2025

University Assistant PraeDoc, Institute of Inorganic Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University Vienna. Working hours:  30.00 | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc). Job ID: 4952. Contract duration: 3 years. A main aim of our work is the development of innovative approaches to target the role of transition metals in cancer growth. Your future tasks: Original research projects in the area of bioinorganic chemistry mainly focusing on the synthesis and characterization of novel ligands and/or metal complexes for applications in chemical biology and medicinal chemistry. You will be actively involved in research, teaching and administration. You will be expected to sign a doctoral thesis agreement within 12-18 months. This is part of your personality: You have a diploma or master’s degree in chemistry, preferably with organic or inorganic chemistry qualification. Experience in the field of synthetic chemistry. Experience in the purification and characterization of small molecules. Experience with the coordination chemistry of first-row transition metals is desirable. Experience with mammalian cell cultures and assays of cell viability and cell death is desirable. Basic experience in research methods and academic writing. Experience in academic teaching is desirable. Very good knowledge of English, basic knowledge of German. Further information and application here. Application deadline: 06.12.2025. 

Stellenliste vom 17. November 2025

Postdoctoral Researchers in Supramolecular Chemistry. The group of Prof. Fabien Cougnon at the Department of Chemistry of the University of Jyväskylä (Finland) is seeking to recruit two Postdoctoral Researchers in Supramolecular Chemistry (2 years) starting before June 2026. The project is funded by ERC and focusses on the development of new strategies to synthesize molecular knots. Eligible candidates have a suitable PhD. Previous experience in supramolecular chemistry and/or multi-steps organic synthesis is recommended. The researcher is expected to actively participate in group meetings and graduate students’ supervision. Excellent communication skills in English are required. Apply until 5 December 2025 23:59 (Helsinki). More information and applications here.

Fully Funded PhD Positions at ISTA is looking for highly qualified candidates with Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees to apply for the PhD program. We offer fully-funded PhD positions. Fields include, inter alia, Chemistry & Materials, in a world-class research environment on the outskirts of Vienna. Ranked #3 in the 2019 Nature Index (normalized) and among the top 10 in Nature Index Rising Stars (2018), ISTA offers 5-year contracts, competitive salaries, and full social security. Our program emphasizes interdisciplinary training, cutting-edge research, and career development. Students explore coursework and rotations in their first year, ensuring the best match for their thesis research. ISTA values diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a global, English-speaking scientific community. The application deadline is January 8, 2026 for a PhD program start date in September 2026. Apply now here. Join our Virtual Student Open Day on November 25! Register now here.

The International Max Planck Research School for Chemistry and Physics of Quantum Materials (IMPRS-CPQM) offers up to ten PhD positions in the research fields of solid-state chemistry and condensed matter physics. Further information about the IMPRS-CQPM – including a complete list of all offered PhD projects and detailed application guidelines – is available here. The IMPRS-CPQM is a joint PhD program between the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Physics of Solids in Dresden, Technische Universität Dresden, and the University of St Andrews, Scotland. By working together, we create a highly attractive overall package of PhD level research in the broadly defined field of quantum materials. Our program builds on world‐class research activities at the three institutions and will provide successful candidates with a stimulating environment and the opportunity to interact and work with leading scientists from the three sites. Excellent candidates from any country are encouraged to apply. Applicants are expected to have an outstanding bachelor or master degree in a field of study which is well-aligned with our research activities. We are committed to increasing the proportion of women in areas where they are underrepresented. We have also set ourselves the goal of employing more people with severe disabilities. Closing date for application is November 30, 2025. Successful applicants will be expected to start no later than September 2026.

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