Biotechnologist (Doctoral Candidate) | Biotechnologe (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This role is for a dedicated and creative Biotechnologist to join the Werner Siemens Chair of Synthetic Biotechnology at the Technical University of Munich. The position focuses on the isolation, characterization, and process-oriented optimization of enzymes and microorganisms for industrial platform chemicals, with a specific emphasis on converting biogenic residues into valuable materials. Day-to-day tasks include developing and optimizing enzymatic hydrolysis of plant residues, conducting lab-scale degradation and recycling experiments, and analyzing reactions using advanced spectroscopic techniques. The successful candidate will also cultivate fungi for peroxidase production, assist with scale-up experiments, supervise students, and communicate with project partners. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with a strong background in biotechnology, biochemistry, and microbiology to contribute to cutting-edge research in a modern, international team environment, with the possibility of pursuing a doctorate.