Head of a postdoctoral research group

Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg

06108 Halle (Saale)

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Job context

The Faculty of Natural Sciences I, Institute of Biochemistry and Biotechnology and the Interdisciplinary Collaborative Research Centre 1664 Plant Proteoform Diversity – SNP2Prot at Martin Luther University Halle Wittenberg is seeking a full-time Head of a postdoctoral research group for a fixed term of 5 years.
Remuneration up to pay grade E14 TV-L; the call is open only to women; under FEM POWER Vision project for gender equality and STEM retention.
As a junior research group leader, you will lead a major research project independently with your own budget and may fill the post of a research assistant once the group is established. Teaching experience can be gained to support professorship eligibility.

Conducting pioneering, innovative and independent research into the structure and function of biologically relevant macromolecules
Establishment and management of an independent research group
Supervising and guiding the staff of the early career research group, including PhD students, and managing the associated staffing, workspace and activities
Active participation in SFB 1664 ‘Diversity of Plant Proteomorphs’ – SNP2Prot and other relevant research networks, including local non university research institutions
Acquisition of third party funding
Presentation and publication of the results in academic journals and at conferences, amongst other venues
Active teaching in the Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes in Biochemistry
Participation in the university’s administrative self governance
There is an opportunity to pursue the own academic qualification through a habilitation or an equivalent qualification

A completed university degree and a PhD in biochemistry or a related discipline
Excellent knowledge of the structure and function of biologically relevant macromolecules
Relevant teaching experience is desirable
A proven track record in research into the structure and function of biologically relevant macromolecules using modern experimental methods
Relevant publications in international peer reviewed journals, preferably as first or corresponding Author
An interest in interdisciplinary cooperation and collaboration
An interest in securing additional external funding and relevant experience in drafting funding Applications
Excellent teaching skills combined with outstanding communication and presentation skills
Ability to work independently
Fluency in spoken and written German and English
A willingness to undertake undergraduate teaching in German
Commitment, leadership skills and the ability to work in a team, organisational skills

Interdisciplinary expertise on site and shared use of the experimental facilities at the Faculty of Natural Sciences I
Comprehensive, personalised professional development throughout all stages of your career, with a wide range of further training and qualification opportunities (including FEM POWER options, Leadership and Career Network, UNIBUND mentoring)
Interesting and varied fields of activity with creative freedom at the largest employer in the region
A family friendly, diversity oriented, and intercultural work environment at a certified family oriented university, including holiday childcare
A health management framework to promote and maintain good health, as well as a broad university sports program

Fixed term of 5 years
Full-time employment (on-site)
Location: Halle/Saale, Germany (06099)
Start date as per appointment process
Access to extensive facilities at Charles Tanford Protein Centre and X-ray crystallography capabilities

Applications from disabled persons will be given preferential consideration if equally suitable
Electronic applications are welcome; external funding/foreign qualification statements may be required (ZAB)
Please send your application with usual supporting documents, quoting reference number 5 /5275 26 D, to Martin Luther University Halle Wittenberg or via email: frank.bordusa@biochemtech.uni halle.de

Prof. Dr Frank Bordusa, Tel.: 0345 55 24801, Email: frank.bordusa@biochemtech.uni halle.de
Prof. Dr Marcel Quint, Tel.: 0345 55 22739, Email: marcel.quint@landw.uni halle.de