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.

The Institute of Geosciences, Professorship of Analytical Mineralogy of Micro- and Nanostructures, seeks to fill the position of a

Research Assistant in Mineralogy

at the earliest possible date (1 April 2025 at the latest) for a fixed-term period of three years.

You will work at the new Research Centre for Energy and Environmental Chemistry (CEEC II) and with the opportunity to implement your own research ideas in the field of geosciences and/or materials science in an interdisciplinary environment. Our research work is aimed at understanding material properties or geoprocesses by micro-analytical (electron microscopy, spectroscopy) investigations. Other areas of work focus on the synthesis of materials under extreme pressures and temperatures and their X-ray characterisation using synchrotons.

Your responsibilities:

• Realise your own research ideas, preferably in the field of energy, environmental or geological research. The willingness to acquire third-party funding is desirable for the realisation of your projects
• Support in laboratory management and the set-up of new laboratories
• Scientific teaching to the extent of 4 LVS is part of your range of tasks

Your profile:

• Successfully completed doctorate in geosciences or materials science/physics/chemistry
• Knowledge of methods of solid state analysis, preferably transmission and scanning electron microscopy, spectroscopy and/or diffraction methods are expected
• Knowledge of synthesis methods at high temperatures and/or pressures as well as experience with the setup and operation of laboratories/large-scale equipment is advantageous

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) at / up to salary scale 13 — depending on the candidate’s personal qualifications—, including a special annual payment in accordance with the collective agreement.
• Participation in diverse experimental and theoretical research with a strong interdisciplinary character
• Excellent experimental and analytical equipment and infrastructure
• Participation in international conferences
• Diverse opportunities for further training and counselling on careers, projects and good teaching through the Graduate Academy and the university
• The possibility for a habilitation is given
• 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)
• 30 days of vacation per calendar year plus two days off on December 24 and 31

The advertised position is (initially) temporary. If suitable, further employment for an unlimited period is possible.

In principle, the job is also suitable for part-time employment. The extent to which a part-time request can be granted, in particular with regard to the location and scope of the part-time work, will be assessed on the basis of the needs of the service.

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 09.01.2025 using our online form.