Postdoctoral Researcher in Polymer Chemistry: The Technical University of Munich (TUM), Germany, invites applications for a 2-year postdoctoral position in Polymer Chemistry for Bioelectrocatalysis at the Professorship for “Electrobiotechnology”. The position involves research on developing and testing novel organic polymers compatible with natural enzymes for CO2 fixation or H2 production.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Polymer Chemistry for Bioelectrocatalysis
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Polymer Chemistry for Bioelectrocatalysis
Location: Technical University of Munich (TUM), Campus Straubing for Biotechnology and Sustainability, Bavaria, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification: Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in Chemistry, with experience in synthetic Organic Chemistry and Electrochemistry. Excellent English communication skills are required. German language skills are beneficial but not mandatory. Candidates should demonstrate high independence, outstanding academic performance, and a hands-on mentality.
| Qualifications |
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| – PhD in Chemistry |
| – Experience in synthetic Organic Chemistry |
| – Knowledge/Interest in Electrochemistry |
| – Excellent English communication skills |
| – Interdisciplinary team working skills |
| – Hands-on mentality |
Job Description: The postdoctoral researcher will develop and test novel organic polymers compatible with natural enzymes for CO2 fixation or H2 production. The project aims to elucidate the origins and function of a social organ of ants, the postpharyngeal gland, using diverse approaches from synthetic organic chemistry to electrobiotechnology. Basic experimental skills in synthetic chemistry are mandatory, and experience in polymer synthesis, electrochemistry, or handling of enzymes is desirable but not necessary.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should send their CV, A-level certificates (for German applicants), bachelor, master, and doctoral degrees, and a motivation letter detailing their interest and suitability for the position as a single PDF to nicolas.plumere@tum.de (Prof. Nicolas Plumeré) and hemlata.agarwala@tum.de (Dr. Hemlata Agarwala).
Last Date for Apply: The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
For inquiries about the position, please contact Prof. Nicolas Plumeré at nicolas.plumere@tum.de or Dr. Hemlata Agarwala at hemlata.agarwala@tum.de.
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