Research Associate (Biology/Biochemistry) | Biologe (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This Research Associate role focuses on cutting-edge sustainable energy research at the University of Kassel, specifically optimizing photosynthetic hydrogen production in cyanobacteria. Day-to-day responsibilities involve applying advanced biochemical and molecular biological expertise to enhance the efficiency of hydrogenase fusion with Photosystem I, optimizing electron transfer, and ensuring metabolic stability in mutant strains. The ideal candidate holds a scientific university degree and a successfully completed PhD in Biology or Biochemistry. Key advantages include strong knowledge in molecular biology, protein design, and photosynthesis, coupled with intrinsic motivation and organizational skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to environmental technology and provides the pathway for Habilitation (postdoctoral lecturing qualification) within a six-year, fixed-term contract.