Postdoctoral Position in Peptide Chemistry: The Pappas Lab at the University of Freiburg is inviting applications for a 2-year funded postdoctoral research position supported by an Exploration Grant from the Boehringer Ingelheim Foundation. The research will explore cutting-edge concepts in abiotic peptide chemistry, focusing on non-equilibrium systems, dynamic covalent reactions, and self-assembly processes. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and interdisciplinary team at the forefront of systems chemistry.
Postdoctoral Research Position in Peptide Systems Chemistry and Dynamic Covalent Networks
📋 Summary Table:
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | Postdoctoral Researcher |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Funding Agency | Boehringer Ingelheim Foundation |
| Lab | The Pappas Lab, University of Freiburg |
| Research Focus | Peptide Systems Chemistry, Self-Assembly, Dynamic Covalent Networks |
| Start Date | As soon as possible |
| Application Deadline | 31 May 2025 |
👨🔬 Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher
🔍 Research Area:
- Peptide Systems Chemistry
- Supramolecular Chemistry
- Self-Assembly and Dynamic Covalent Networks
- Abiotic Chemical Reaction Networks
- Sequence-Selective Oligomerization
📍 Location:
University of Freiburg, Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
✅ Eligibility / Qualification:
- Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or a related field
- Strong background in:
- Peptide Chemistry
- Supramolecular Chemistry
- Systems Chemistry
- Dynamic Covalent Reactions
- Excellent skills in analytical techniques such as LC-MS, NMR, and microscopy
- Proven experience in publishing research and presenting at conferences
- Creativity, strong motivation, and a collaborative mindset
📝 Job Description:
The selected candidate will work on programming abiotic chemical networks to drive selective and dynamic peptide bond formation in aqueous environments. The role will involve:
- Designing and executing experiments on non-equilibrium peptide chemistry
- Exploring phase behavior and sequence-selective oligomerization
- Applying and developing novel self-assembly and covalent bonding strategies
- Characterizing complex molecular systems using advanced analytical techniques
- Collaborating within an interdisciplinary team and contributing to publications
Relevant recent publications from the group include high-impact journals such as Nature Communications, JACS, and Angewandte Chemie.
📧 How to Apply:
Send the following documents in a single PDF to:
📩 charalampos.pappas@livmats.uni-freiburg.de
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivation Letter
- Contact details of two referees
⏳ Last Date to Apply:
31 May 2025
