Postdoctoral Researcher / Junior Research Group Leader (Theoretical Description of Light-Driven Catalysis in Soft Matter)
Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
07743 Jena
Bewerbungsfrist: 2026-10-30
Overview
- The Institute of Organic Chemistry and Macromolecular Chemistry seeks to fill the position of a Postdoctoral Researcher / Junior Research Group Leader (Theoretical Description of Light-Driven Catalysis in Soft Matter). The position is a full-time role starting January 2027 for two years, with possible extension until 30.06.2030 as part of TRR 234 “CataLight”.
Your responsibilities
- build up your own research profile at the interface of theoretical chemistry and macromolecular chemistry
- Independently design and conduct interdisciplinary research projects
- Supervise and mentor graduate students and doctoral researchers, including performance evaluation and career development
- Acquire and manage external funding from public agencies and industry, including budget responsibility and reporting
- Participate in teaching on Master course level
Your profile
- PhD degree in theoretical chemistry, theoretical material science or in a field related to these areas
- Experience in multiscale modelling of soft matter, hybrid materials, or related fields
- excellent English (and German) language skills, both written and spoken
- independent goal-oriented and interdisciplinary working style
- willingness to work in an international team
We offer
- Working at a family-friendly university with flexible working hours
- Attractive fringe benefits, e.g. German capital-forming benefits (VL), company pension scheme (VBL), Mentoring by experienced scientific supervisors; further training opportunities
- Remuneration based on TV-L at salary scale 13 — 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
Conditions
- This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) and an initial fixed-term position for 2 years
- Candidates with severe disabilities will be given preference in the case of equal qualifications and suitability
Application
- Are you eager to work for us? Then apply by 30.10.2026 using our online form.
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