PhD Candidate (m/f/d) in the field of 'Coordination Cages as Photoactive Materials'

The University of Bayreuth is a research-oriented university with internationally competitive, interdisciplinary focus areas in research and teaching. The Junior Professorship of Molecular Functional Materials (Jun. Prof. Hannah Kurz) is currently looking for a

The position is temporary limited (initially for 3 years) and will be paid according to German public-sector level TV-L E 13 (50%). The aim of the project is the synthesis of heteroleptic coordination cages with photoactive ligands in the cage scaffold.

Your profile:

You have an above-average university degree (MSc or equivalent) in Chemistry or strongly related fields and already experience in coordination and/or supramolecular chemistry. Preferably, you have furthermore experimental experience in the synthesis of organic ligands and/or photophysical or photochemical characterisation of materials. You are characterized by a high degree of motivation, scientific interest and the ability to work independently in a structured manner. Very good knowledge of German and/or English (written and spoken) is required.

We offer:

• The opportunity for professional and personal development within a constructive and friendly working atmosphere
• An excellent scientific infrastructure and a technically well-equipped lab
• A doctorate in a structured doctoral program within the framework of the Bayreuth Graduate School
  
  

The University of Bayreuth values the diversity of its employees as an enrichment and is expressly committed to the goal of gender equality. Women are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants with children are very welcome. The University of Bayreuth is a member of the Best Practice Club "Familie in der Hochschule e.V.", and has successfully participated in the HRK audit "Internationalization of the University". Persons with severe disabilities will be given preferential consideration if equally qualified.

Please apply online with meaningful application documents (letter of motivation, CV, University certificates with transcript of records, short summary of Master Thesis project, and two reference letters) via our Application Portal Uni Bayreuth by 05/02/2025. Call identifier: Cages

The documents will be deleted after filling the position according to the requirements of data protection.

For further information please contact:
Jun. Prof. Hannah Kurz (hannah.kurz@uni-bayreuth.de)