Postdoctoral Researcher Inorganic Chemistry | Wissenschaftliche/r Mitarbeiter/in Anorganische Chemie (Post-Doc) (25282)

Bergische Universität Wuppertal

Wuppertal, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Sep 18, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role at the Bergische Universität Wuppertal is for a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher in Inorganic Chemistry, focusing on sustainable catalysis within the Organic Chemistry group. The successful candidate will be instrumental in developing novel systems, particularly linking flow chemistry with solid-phase chemistry. Key responsibilities include designing and synthesizing organocatalysts and organometallic complexes, optimizing catalytic reactions, and engaging in peptide chemistry. The position also involves characterizing compounds using advanced analytical methods like NMR and MS, and contributing to teaching Bachelor's and Master's courses. This is an excellent opportunity for a researcher passionate about scientific excellence and eager to contribute to cutting-edge chemical research.

Required Skills

Education

Completed PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, or comparable fields

Experience

  • Professional experience in organic synthesis
  • Experience with air-sensitive chemistry
  • Experience in characterizing compounds using modern analytical methods
  • Experience in Nickel catalysis (advantageous)

Languages

German (Basic)English (Basic)

Additional

  • This is a qualification position under the German Academic Fixed-Term Contract Act (WissZeitVG), intended to promote scientific or artistic qualification. The contract duration will be appropriately structured to support the intended scientific qualification. The position is full-time, with part-time options available, and is limited to a maximum of 1 year.