PhD student or postdoctoral researcher (m/f/d)

PhD student or postdoctoral researcher (m/f/d) Bioinorganic Chemistry Group

The research group of Professor Corinna R. Hess currently has positions available in the area of bioinorganic chemistry, with a focus on the development of molecular transition metal photocatalysts.

We offer:

Aspects of our research are part of the International Doctorate Program on Photo-Electro-Catalysis and CRC 325, Assembly Controlled Chemical Photocatalysis, providing numerous opportunities for collaborative projects, and potential connections to industry. Team members are encouraged to present their work at both national and international conferences, and to attend research-specific workshops (both at UR and other universities), providing them with excellent opportunities for networking and career development. We use a range of analytical methods including inorganic spectroscopy (e.g., absorption, EPR, Mössbauer spectroscopy), electrochemistry, and some computational work. Therefore, candidates will have the opportunity to develop a diverse set of research skills.

Your tasks:

Candidates will join our team to work on the development of earth-abundant transition metal complexes as catalysts for small molecule (e.g. CO2 reduction) and organic functionalization reactions. The research will entail the synthesis of new coordination complexes comprised of first row transition metals, their characterization via a range of spectroscopic and analytical methods, and reactivity studies. In addition to research, PhD students and postdocs will participate in teaching of bachelor-level practicals and courses.

Your profile:

We are seeking highly motivated students to join our team. Candidates should have good team-work skills. Candidates for PhD positions should hold a Master’s degree in Chemistry, have experience in organic synthesis or coordination chemistry and good knowledge of basic spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR, UV-vis). Postdoctoral candidates should further have a strong background in molecular chemistry and catalysis. Prior research experience in photochemistry or organometallic chemistry is particularly welcome.

We support women and strongly encourage them to apply. As a certified family-friendly university, we support our employees in balancing family and career. Applicants with a disability as described in SGB IX (§ 2 Abs. 2, 3) will be preferred in case of equal qualifications.

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