Postdoctoral Researcher | Postdoctoral positions in Research Area III of the Cluster of Excellence RESOLV (m,f,x)
Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Job Summary
This postdoctoral position within the Cluster of Excellence RESOLV focuses on Research Area III, aiming to enhance the applicability of pharmaceuticals by designing stable formulations that maintain the functionality of active molecules. The role involves contributing to customized mesophase structures to improve solubility and bioavailability, uncovering mechanisms of enzyme activity in specific solvent environments, and mapping hydration changes in living cells. The ideal candidate will hold a doctorate in Chemistry, Chemical Physics, Biochemistry, or Chemical Engineering, possess interdisciplinary research experience in Solvation Science, and have a solid professional command of English (B2 level). This is an attractive opportunity for researchers seeking structured training and career coaching in academia and industry.
Required Skills
Education
Doctorate in Chemistry, Chemical Physics, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or comparable subjects.
Experience
- Professional experience in chemical engineering (thermodynamic measurements and modelling, formulation design)
- Professional experience in (bio-)physical chemistry
- Professional experience in (time-resolved) spectroscopic techniques
- Professional experience in theoretical chemistry (simulations or electronic structure calculations)
- Professional experience in (cellular) biochemistry and protein engineering
Languages
Additional
- Full university degree with a doctorate. Full-time position. Temporary contract for two years. Payment according to public service’s wage agreement TV-L E13.
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