The Friedrich Schiller University Jena is a dynamic and innovation-driven university centrally located in Germany. With a broad range of disciplines, it shapes the future through excellent research and teaching. Its scientific excellence is reflected in the profile areas Light – Life – Liberty, which provide pioneering insights and sustainable solutions for the society of tomorrow. Through close collaborations with leading research institutions, innovative companies, and renowned cultural organizations, it advances interdisciplinary developments. With around 17,000 students and approximately 10,000 employees, it defines Jena as a vibrant, internationally connected city of science and innovation.

Postdoctoral researcher

commencing on January 1, 2026. We offer a full-time position (40 hours per week), (initially) offered as a fixed-term position until 31.12.2027.

The Schubert group is a world-leading group in the field of polymer chemistry. The FutureBAT project, funded by the European Research Council (ERC) as an ERC Advanced Grant, focuses on the development and optimization of future storage technologies for the energy transition. The main focus lies on research into polymer-based and organic redox flow batteries (RFB).

Your responsibilities:

• Development and 3D-printing of cell designs for organic RFBs
• Characterization of the printed cells with regard to various performance properties
• Development of a platform for the high-throughput analysis (HTA) of organic RFBs
• Integration of various sensors into the HTA platform (e.g., state of charge, state of health)
• Application of the developed HTA platform for characterizing various electrolytes

Your profile:

• Successfully completed doctorate (physics, chemistry, engineering, materials science, or equivalent)
• Knowledge in general computer programs, e.g., Windows and Office
• You are able to communicate in English, both in writing and speaking
• The ability to work in an interdisciplinary and international team is expected
• We expect a high level of motivation, initiative and a willingness to familiarize yourself with a wide range of tasks
• Experience in 3D-printing and/or electrochemistry are desirable




Are you hesitating because you don't meet one or some of our requirements? Please do not hesitate to apply and give us a chance to get to know you.

We offer:

• Remuneration based on the provisions of the Collective Agreement for the Public Sector of the Federal States (TV-L) up to salary scale E13 — depending on the candidate’s personal qualifications—, including a special annual payment in accordance with the collective agreement.
• Working on an exciting and interdisciplinary research topic as part of the FutureBAT project with the opportunity to participate in international conferences
• Attractive fringe benefits, e.g. capital formation benefits (VL) and an occupational pension (VBL)
• University health promotion and a wide range of university sports activities
• 30 days of vacation per calendar year plus two days off on December 24 and 31

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week).

The position is generally suitable for part-time employment. The extent to which a request for part-time work can be granted, particularly with regard to the location and scope of the part-time work, will be assessed on the basis of operational requirements.

The advertised position is (initially) offered as a fixed-term position until 31.12.2027.

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 October 10, 2025 using our online form.