Academic Staff Member (X-ray Crystallography Department Head) | Akademische*r Mitarbeiter*in (w/m/d)

Job Summary

This is a permanent, full-time position at the Institute of Inorganic Chemistry at Heidelberg University, leading the X-ray Crystallography Department under Prof. Dr. Lutz Gade. The successful candidate will be responsible for the scientific and technical management of the department, including supervising temporary scientific staff specializing in X-ray crystallography. Key duties involve acting as the responsible (co-)author for scientific publications in prestigious international journals and representing X-ray diffraction methods in teaching. A strong background in Chemistry, coupled with a PhD and extensive experience in X-ray structural analysis, is essential. The role also requires organizational skills, a structured approach to work, and fluency in both German and English, making this an excellent opportunity for a highly qualified chemist seeking a leadership role in academic research and teaching.