Vacancy ID: 121/2024
Closing date: 2024-07-19
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 18,000 students and more than 8,600 employees, the university plays a major role in shaping Jena’s character as a cosmopolitan and future-oriented city.
The Otto Schott Institute of Materials Research (OSIM) seeks to fill the position of a
full-time (40 hours per week) commencing on 1 September 2024. This is a permanent position.
The Chair of Materials Science at which the position is located focuses on biomaterials research and development. Antimicrobial biomaterials, protein-based materials and nano biomaterials are at the center of our research interest.
As our new ‘Postdoctoral Researcher’ you are responsible for the creation, characterization and testing of novel cutting-edge biomaterials and for developing new biomaterials concepts. You play a key role contributing to the success of our new DFG Research Training Group (RTG) 2723 in Antimicrobial Biomaterials (https://www.mmm.uni-jena.de/), cooperating closely with the DFG Collaborative Research Center (CRC) 1278 PolyTarget that both attract outstanding young and experienced researchers. In addition to excellent research, you will be involved in undergraduate and graduate teaching of materials science students and doctoral researchers, administration and lab management at the Chair of Materials Science.
The advertised position is permanent. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week).
Candidates with severe disabilities will be given preference in the case of equal qualifications and suitability.
Are you eager to work with us? Then apply by 19.07.2024 using our online form.