Senior Scientist Membrane Transport (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.
The Nau research group invites applications for a Senior Scientist (m/f/d) to join the CARAMEL project (Covalent ChaotropicMembrane Transport for Biotherapeutic Delivery) funded by the European Research Council (ERC) Synergy GrantCARAMEL.
Project overview:
The CARAMEL project aims to design boron cluster derivatives that interact with and traverse biological membranesenabling enhanced intracellular delivery of biotherapeutics. This interdisciplinary research combines synthetic chemistrymembrane biophysics and supramolecular interactions.
Your Responsibilities:
The selected candidate will contribute to the following tasks within the project framework:
Design and perform multi-step synthesis of novel boron cluster derivatives including purification andcomprehensive structural characterization.
Physico-chemical characterization of their interactions with cellular membrane models including liposomes ofdifferent membrane composition.
Mechanistic studies of membrane transport employing advanced fluorescence-based assays.
Project management and student supervision.
This position is embedded in a collaborative scientific environment where the successful candidate with potential researchvisits in the laboratories of the ERC synergy partners in the University of Bern (Switzerland Prof. P. Luciani)Philipps-Universität Marburg (Germany Prof. O. Hantschel) or Santiago de Compostela (Spain Prof. J. Montenegro).
Starting date: 1st April 2026 or earliest suitable date. The contract is limited to the duration of the project.
Your Profile:
At least 10 years research experience after completion of a PhD in chemistry biochemistry or a related field.
Strong own publication record in high-impact peer-reviewed journals.
Solid expertise in synthetic chemistry and analytical techniques (NMR LC-MS HPLC UV-vis and fluorescencespectroscopy).
Practical experience in supramolecular interactions membrane biophysics and associated techniques.
Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Experience in scientific writing including articles and project proposals.
An independent proactive working style combined with excellent teamwork strong organizational timemanaging and problem-solving skills.
What you can expect at Constructor University:
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
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.
Your Application:
Applications should be sent as a single PDF file () including:
A motivation letter highlighting the interest and appropriateness for the position
Curriculum Vitae
Certificates of academic degrees
Contact details of two academic referees who could provide references
A short description of previous research
Apply via our online form. 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.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Mammalian Cell Culture
- Biochemistry
- Assays
- Protein Purification
- Research Experience
- Next Generation Sequencing
- Research & Development
- cGMP
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Flow Cytometry
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.
