Postdoctoral Researcher in Solvation Science | Postdoctoral positions in Research Area II of the Cluster of Excellence RESOLV (m,f,x)

Ruhr-Universität Bochum

Bochum, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Feb 17, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role offers a unique opportunity to join the Cluster of Excellence RESOLV, focusing on Research Area II. As a Postdoctoral Researcher, you will work toward developing guidelines for solvent selection and design to optimize chemical processes while reducing environmental impact. Your day-to-day activities will involve integrating lab automation and AI-assisted methods with expertise in synthesis, spectroscopy, or computational modeling. The project specifically targets organocatalysis, electrosynthesis, and photoredox catalysis as pillars of sustainable chemistry. This position is highly attractive for those seeking a structured postdoctoral training platform that emphasizes both individual research excellence and career coaching for pathways in academia, industry, or entrepreneurship. You will be part of an interdisciplinary environment that combines experimental and theoretical approaches to create predictive models for quantifying solvent impacts on chemical reactivity and solubility.

Required Skills

Education

University degree and a Doctorate (PhD) in Chemistry, Chemical Physics, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a comparable subject.

Experience

  • Professional experience in one of the following: synthesis, laser spectroscopy, theoretical chemistry, or sustainable reaction engineering
  • Proven track record of research excellence in Chemistry, Chemical Physics, Biochemistry, or Chemical Engineering
  • Experience in interdisciplinary research environments
  • Experience with AI-assisted methods or lab automation is beneficial

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • The position is a full-time, two-year temporary contract (39.83 hours/week) with remuneration according to the TV-L E13 public service wage agreement.