registration number:
fb15-0011-wmz-2026
Entry date: 2026-10-01
Application deadline: 2026-08-02
Salary: E 13 TV-H
Duration:
2 years
Volume of employment: fulltime
The University of Marburg, founded in 1527, offers a variety of excellent programs of study for around 22,000 students and confronts the important topics of our time through excellent research across a broad spectrum of sciences.
The Department of Chemistry, research group Prof. Dr. O. Vázquez is currently accepting applications for a
Research Assistant (Postdoc)
The third-party-funded position is offered for a period of 2 years, if no former times of qualification must be considered. The starting date is 1 October 2026, subject to funding approval. The position is full-time with salary and benefits commensurate with a public service position in the state of Hessen, Germany (TV-H E 13).
The position is part of the Collaborative Research Centre/Transregio 440 (TRR 440) consortium “Specific mRNA Targeting (smART)”, funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG), a joint initiative of the Universities of Frankfurt and Marburg. The aim of the project is to develop an efficient methodology for the rapid generation of photo-switchable small-molecule libraries using multicomponent reactions for the targeted modulation of pre-mRNA splicing. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to assist with the synthesis of small molecules for other projects within the consortium.
Tasks:
- Scientific services in research and teaching
- Development of research with a high-degree of independence
- Design and conduct multistep organic synthesis of photosensitive molecules, ideally photoswitches & multicomponent reactions
- Photochemical characterisation, e.g., quantum yields and life time
- Conjugation via solid-phase synthesis
- Analytic identification & biological characterisation: cell-based experiments and binding experiments
- Scientific communication (oral and written) in an international environment
- Supervision of students, in particular teaching service at Bachelor’s and Master’s level
The position will be filled by a temporary contract that is limited to the period which is necessary to gain further scientific expertise (such as the preparation for a subsequent qualification period). Within the entrusted tasks the opportunity for independent scientific work to obtain further personal qualification is given. The limitation complies with Section 2(1) of the German Academic Fixed-Term Contract Act (WissZeitVG).
Profile:
- MSc-degree or equivalent and a PhD in Chemistry with strong focus on Organic Chemistry or Synthetic Chemical Biology (Bioorganic Chemistry)
- Strong theoretical and practical background in organic chemistry (dye chemistry)
- Interest in understanding photochemistry and biological processes at the atomic level
- Some experience with photocharacterisation and biological techniques
- Self-driven and passionate team player
- Excellent English knowledge (written and oral)
Disposition to own scientific qualification is expected.
We offer:
- Multidisciplinary collaborative training within groups in the TRR440 consortium and beyond
- State-of-the-art installations
- International environment
- Network and possibility to participate in academic events (conferences, retreats etc.)
- Mentorship for future career opportunities
- Ticket for free use of public transport in the state Hesse, Germany
Contact for more Information Prof. Dr. Olalla Vázquez
+49 6421-28 22745
olalla.vazquez@staff.uni-marburg.de
We support women and strongly encourage them to apply. In areas where women are underrepresented, female applicants will be preferred in case of equal qualifications. As a certified family-friendly university, we support our employees in balancing family and career. A reduction of working time is possible. as discribed in the Social Security Code (Section 2(2) and (3) of Book IX of the Social Security Code (SGB IX)) will be preferred in case of equal qualifications. Application and interview costs can not be refunded.
Please apply by 02.08.2026 using the application-button below.