Research Associate, Organic and Macromolecular Chemistry | Chemiker - Organische Synthese - Makromolekulare Chemie
Institut für Polymerwerkstoffe e.V.
Job Summary
This fixed-term position is for a Research Associate in Organic and Macromolecular Chemistry at Merseburg University of Applied Sciences. The core responsibility involves optimizing the synthesis of polyvinyl acetals, focusing specifically on industrial application and efficiency. This work requires very close collaboration with the industrial partner, FEW Chemicals. Day-to-day duties will include hands-on organic synthesis and detailed chemical analysis, requiring expertise in techniques such as Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR). Candidates must demonstrate strong foundational knowledge in both organic synthesis and analytical chemistry. The role is initially 75% time (30 hours/week) until November 2026, reducing to 50% time thereafter until December 2027. This role offers a unique opportunity to bridge academic research with industrial chemical development.
Required Skills
Education
University degree in Chemistry (Master's or equivalent) required for TV-L 13 classification
Experience
- Professional experience in Organic Synthesis
- Professional experience in Analytical Chemistry (NMR)
- Experience in optimizing chemical processes for industrial application
Languages
Additional
- Fixed-term contract until 31.12.2027; Part-time employment (75% until 30.11.2026, then 50%); Willingness to increase weekly hours based on funding availability