Postdoctoral Researcher (mfd)
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Job Summary
Constructor University (formerly Jacobs University) is a private state-accredited English-language university in Bremen. We offer Bachelor Master and PhD programs in three schools: School of Science School of Computer Science and Engineering and School of Business Social and Decision Sciences. Our principles are first-class teaching and research international diversity and transdisciplinary cooperation. According to the 2024 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings Constructor University is among the top 25 percent out of more than 1900 universities worldwide and is ranked as the second most international university in the world. As an international university we attract highly talented and open-minded students from all over the world. Currently over 1600 students from 110 nations live and study on our residential campus.
We are offering a Postdoctoral position in the Nau research group to contribute to the innovative projectCARAMEL Covalent Chaotropic Membrane Transport for Biotherapeutic Delivery as a part of a dynamic internationalteam embedded within a Synergy Grant funded by the European Research Council.
Starting date: 1st April 2026
Duration: A two-year full-time research contract with potential extension
Project overview
The CARAMEL project aims to pioneer new synthetic strategies for modified boron clusters that interact withbiological membranes enabling efficient transport of therapeutics across these barriers. This interdisciplinaryresearch combines organic synthesis supramolecular chemistry and membrane biophysics.
Job description
You will contribute to the following tasks within the project framework:
1. Design and perform multi-step synthesis of novel boron cluster derivatives including purification andcomprehensive structural characterization
2. Investigate their interactions with model cellular membranes including liposomes of varied compositionsusing physico-chemical techniques
3. Mechanistic studies of membrane transport employing advanced fluores-ence-based assays
Your profile
We are looking for a highly motivated early-stage researcher with:
A PhD in Chemistry Biochemistry or related field
Strong expertise in synthetic chemistry and molecular characterization (NMR LC-MS HPLC UV-vis andfluorescence spectroscopy)
Knowledge on supramolecular chemistry
Hands-on experience in membrane transport studies would be advantageous
Excellent communications skills in English both written and spoken
A collaborative spirit strong organizational and time-managing abilities and problem-solving skills
What you can expect at Constructor University:
Constructor University unequivocally guarantees the academic freedom of every member of the faculty as well as every other member of the Constructor University community. We encourage diversity in the University in ethnic cultural social religious political and national backgrounds as well as in individual lifestyle. Constructor University offers full equality of opportunity to all qualified applicants and is an equal opportunity employer.
Constructor University consistently achieves top results in national and international university rankings.
In the CHE Ranking the most comprehensive and detailed ranking of the German-speaking higher education landscape Constructor University has achieved top placements every year since its first participation in 2005.
The result counts: trust working hours for work-life balance
Individual on-boarding career- and development planning
Company fitness program offers with EGYM Well Pass (former Qualitrain)
Green campus with recreation areas take the tour: Our Campus
Constructor University has extensive programs on sustainability and environmental sustainability
How to apply
Submit a single PDF file () including:
A motivation letter highlighting your interest and appropriateness for the position
Curriculum Vitae
Academic transcripts (BSc and MSc)
Contact details of two academic referees
A brief summary of your previous research (max. 1 page)
For any questions please contact to
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Selected candidates will be invited for online or in-personinterviews. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Key Skills
- Intelligence Community Experience
- Python
- Spss
- Microsoft Word
- R
- Regression Analysis
- Windows
- Stata
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Data Modeling
- Writing Skills
About Company
Embark on a historical voyage with Constructor University, born from a collaborative effort in 1999 and rebranded in 2022. Unravel its transformation from military barracks to a prestigious international research institution.
