Doctoral Researcher in Chemistry (Photocatalysis, Organic Synthesis, and Peptide Chemistry) | Chemiker (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This doctoral researcher position focuses on cutting-edge research within the Cluster of Excellence “Balance of the Microverse,” specifically developing novel synthetic methods for the site-selective chemical modification of peptides. The successful candidate will apply these methods to modify natural products involved in microbial signaling and communication. Day-to-day tasks include performing independent laboratory experiments, analyzing data, generating figures for scientific publications, and writing manuscripts. The role requires a Master's degree in organic chemistry or a closely related field, coupled with laboratory experience in organic synthesis, photocatalysis, and peptide chemistry. This is an attractive opportunity to join an ambitious, interdisciplinary post-graduate training program in Jena, offering comprehensive mentoring and contributing to top-level fundamental research in microbial communication.