Research Associate in Microbiology and Biohydrometallurgy | Wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin/ Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter (m/w/d) 49/2026

Job Summary

This position is based at the Institute of Biosciences within the Faculty of Chemistry, Physics, and Biosciences, focusing on the EU-funded 'LiCuPlus' project. As a Research Associate, you will play a pivotal role in developing sustainable bioleaching processes for copper-bearing ores and residues, with a specific focus on arsenic separation. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve setting up and operating bioreactors, optimizing process parameters from laboratory to pilot scale, and conducting chemical analysis. You will collaborate with international partners to establish efficient, zero-waste industrial applications. This role is highly attractive for those seeking to combine academic rigor with industrial application, offering the opportunity to pursue a PhD while working in a European-leading research group. The position provides flexible working hours, family-friendly conditions, and a fixed-term contract until May 2030, making it an excellent long-term research opportunity in the field of sustainable raw material extraction.