Doctoral Researcher in Pharmaceutical Chemistry | Qualifizierungsstelle mit dem Ziel Promotion Ausschreibungs-ID: fb16-0020-wmz-2025

Philipps-Universität Marburg

Marburg, Hessen, Deutschland
Published Aug 25, 2025
Part-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role offers a unique opportunity for a highly motivated individual to pursue a doctoral degree while contributing to cutting-edge research in pharmaceutical chemistry. The successful candidate will engage in scientific services, research, and teaching, focusing on identifying novel ligands for treating infectious diseases. Key responsibilities include computer-based design, multi-step organic synthesis, physicochemical characterization, and biological/biophysical evaluation of inhibitors. The position also involves optimizing inhibitors for ADMET parameters and supervising practical courses. This is an excellent chance for a talented chemist or pharmacist to advance their scientific qualifications within a supportive academic environment, specifically working on the design, synthesis, and optimization of virostatics.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree (Diplom, Master, or equivalent) in Chemistry or Pharmacy with excellent performance

Experience

  • Practical experience in active ingredient synthesis, purification, and analytical characterization (IR, NMR, MS) of antiviral agents
  • Practical experience in natural product synthesis and transition metal catalysis
  • Initial practical experience in using docking software

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness to pursue independent scientific qualification (e.g., a doctoral project in the design, synthesis, and optimization of virostatics)
  • Part-time (50% of regular working hours)
  • Fixed-term contract for 3 years, starting January 1, 2026