The Institute for Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry at the Georg-August-Universität Göttingen is looking to fill the position of a

Research Assistant (Postdoc) (f/m/d)

This position should be filled by January 2025 with an initially limited contract of one year. The regular working hours will be 39,8 per week (full-time position) and the salary corresponds to the E13 T V-L (100 %) level (Part time employment is also possible) . The position is affiliated with the group of Prof. Dr. Manuel Alcarazo, who works on the synthesis and design of new catalysts and reagents based on P, S and neighbouring elements. Specifically, the successful candidate will be involved in the development of new reagents based on sulfonium salts and the development of their synthetic applications.

We are looking for an outstanding chemist with strong theoretical background and experience working in organic synthesis and/or catalysis and main group chemistry. A master degree and a Ph D in chemistry is a mandatory requriment. Expertise in analytical and spectroscopic tools is also fundamental. The ideal candidate is expected to be creative, capable to work independently, and team player. Excellent communication and organizatorial skills are also requested.

We offer a supportive and motivating environment with state of the art facilities, the possibility to actively participate in the design of your own project, advanced career support, and a competitive salary.

Göttingen is a lively university city in central Germany, which hosts numerous internationally renowned research institutions, including not only the famous University but also its Medical Center, several Max Planck Institutes, the European Neuroscience Institute, the German Primate Center, and the Bernstein Center for Computational Neuroscience (BCCN).

The University of Göttingen is an equal opportunities employer and places particular emphasis on fostering career opportunities for women. Qualified women are therefore strongly encouraged to apply. The university has committed itself to being a family-friendly institution and supports their employees in balancing work and family life. Applications from disabled persons with equivalent qualifications will be given preference.

Interested? Please send your application including a motivation letter, CV (including copy of your Master and Ph D certificates in English or German), list of publications, a summary of past research, a short statement of future research interest and a recommendation letter from a experienced researcher/mentor within 12.11.2024 (as a single pdf file) to: bewerbungen_iobc.alcarazo@gwdg.de

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