Doctoral Researcher at Humboldt-Universität: Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin is offering a scholarship opportunity for a doctoral position within the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, specifically in the Department of Chemistry. This position focuses on the project “Heterostructures of Molecules and Two-Dimensional Materials,” providing a chance to engage in cutting-edge research.
Designation:
Doctoral Researcher
Research Area:
- Heterostructures of Molecules
- Two-Dimensional Materials
- Photochemistry
Location:
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Department of Chemistry
Brook-Taylor Str. 2, 12489 Berlin Adlershof
Unter den Linden 6, 10099 Berlin
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Completed university degree in organic chemistry, synthetic materials chemistry, or related fields
- Relevant experience in experimental work
- In-depth practical knowledge of organic synthesis and spectroscopic (possibly microscopic) characterization of molecular materials
- Good theoretical understanding of optical spectroscopy and data interpretation
- Knowledge of self-organization of organic molecules on 2D materials (preferred)
- Experience in photochemistry and familiarity with chemical software and evaluation tools such as ChemDraw and Origin (advantage)
- Very good written and spoken English skills (minimum B2 level)
- High level of motivation and willingness to work in an interdisciplinary scientific environment
Job Description:
- Conduct scientific services in the project on heterostructures
- Synthesize various photoreactive molecules
- Investigate molecular photochemistry in solution and solid state
- Functionalize 2D materials
- Understand structure-property relationships of photoswitch molecules adsorbed on 2D materials
- Opportunity to pursue scientific qualification (doctorate)
How to Apply:
Applicants should submit the following documents electronically as a single PDF file:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Two references
- Relevant certificates
Email your application to:
materialdesignlab.chemie@hu-berlin.de
Include the job ID: DR/164/25
Last Date for Application:
September 10, 2025
Note:
The Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin encourages qualified female scholars and individuals with an immigration history to apply, and severely disabled applicants will receive preferential consideration. Only copies of documents should be submitted, as originals will not be returned. For more on data protection regarding the selection procedure, please refer to their website.
