Research Manager Synthetic Organic Chemistry: The Feringa group, part of the Stratingh Institute for Chemistry at the University of Groningen, is seeking a Research Manager in Synthetic Organic Chemistry to support Prof. Ben Feringa in group management and various responsibilities. The position involves guiding PhD students, coordinating external collaborations, contributing to outreach activities, managing facilities, and more.
Designation: Research Manager
Research Area: Synthetic and Physical Organic Chemistry
Location: University of Groningen, Stratingh Institute for Chemistry, Groningen, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification:
- A PhD degree in chemistry or a related field
- Excellent command of written and spoken English; proficiency in Dutch is a plus
- Experience in supervising BSc/MSc/PhD students
- Proactive attitude and strong communication skills
Applicants not fluent in English must provide evidence of competency (refer to University of Groningen’s English Language Requirements).
Job Description:
Research Manager Synthetic Organic Chemistry (1.0 FTE) (V23.0834)
As a Research Manager, your responsibilities will include:
- Providing guidance and support to PhD students in professional development, writing, presenting, planning, teaching, and administration.
- Facilitating group management, coordinating teaching activities, and fostering a socially safe working environment.
- Coordinating external collaborations and acting as a liaison for the Advanced Research Center CBBC.
- Contributing to outreach activities, promoting the group’s research, and managing online presence.
- Organizing the hiring process for new group members, including writing vacancy texts, candidate selection, and interviews.
- Managing facilities, planning lab and office occupancy, ensuring safety, and coordinating the group’s move to the new Feringa Building in June 2024.
How to Apply: If you meet the qualification criteria, please upload the following documents:
- Motivation letter stating your interest and key qualities relevant to the position.
- Up-to-date curriculum vitae.
Apply by 7 January 2024, 11:59 pm Dutch local time, through the electronic application form on the university website.
Last Date for Apply: 7 January 2024, 11:59 pm Dutch local time
Organization: The University of Groningen is a research university, with the Faculty of Science and Engineering being the largest faculty, offering top-tier education and research in various science and engineering disciplines.
Conditions of Employment:
- Salary based on qualifications and experience (€3,877 to €5,090 gross per month, salary scale 10).
- Excellent secondary terms of employment.
- Full-time position.
- Holiday allowance (8% gross annual income) and an 8.3% end-of-year bonus.
- 232 holiday hours per calendar year for full-time employment.
- Participation in a pension scheme for employees.
- Personal budget of €1,000 per year for additional training and career activities.
- Temporary appointment for 12 months with a possibility of extension.
For additional information, contact Dr. Anouk Lubbe (a.s.lubbe@rug.nl) or Prof. Ben Feringa (b.l.feringa@rug.nl). Do not use the provided email addresses for applications.
