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Postdoc (m/f/d) in the field of natural product research

Employer
Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen
Location
Gießen, Germany
Salary
Negotiable
Closing date
Oct 25, 2024
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Sector
Science
Organization Type
University and College
Jobseeker Type
Entry Level and Graduate
Founded in 1607, Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU) is a research university rich in tradition. Inspired by curiosity about the unknown, we enable around 26,500 students and 5,700 employees to advance science for society. Join us in breaking new ground and writing success stories - your own and those of our university.

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Postdoc (m/f/d) in the field of natural product research

In accordance with § 2 WissZeitVG and § 72 HessHG, the position is to be filled on a fixed-term basis at the Department of Insect Biotechnology at the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Nutritional Sciences, Environmental Management with the opportunity for own academic qualification. The salary is in accordance with the collective labour agreement of the State of Hessen (E 13 TV-H).

As long as the maximum permissible duration of a fixed-term contract is not exceeded, you will be employed for an initial period of 3 years. An extension for up to another 3 years is possible under the above-mentioned condition.

Your tasks at a glance
  • Opportunity for own academic and didactic qualification, activities in research and teaching according to § 72 HessHG Taking on teaching duties according to the teaching obligation ordinance of the state of Hessen Collaborate with our international team at the University and the Fraunhofer IME Bioressources in Giessen, focusing on the discovery and development of natural products for various fields (e.g., pharma, agro and veterinary)


Your qualifications and competences
  • Completed Master‘s or equivalent university degree an Ph.D. degree in biology, chemistry, pharmacy or similar Publication-proven experience in relevant fields. Good proficiency in spoken and written English. A completed postdoc position is desirable German language skills are not required, but the willingness to learn German is a plus. Team-oriented, good communication skills, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently.


Our offer to you
  • A varied job with flexible working hours Free use of local public transport (LandesTicket Hessen) More than 100 training seminars, workshops and e-learning opportunities per year for personal development, as well as a wide range of health and sports activities. Remuneration according to TV-H, company pension scheme, child allowance and special payments Good compatibility of family and career (certificate "audit familiengerechte hochschule")

If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact Prof. Dr. Till F. Schäberle by e-mail ( till.f.schaeberle@agrar.uni-giessen.de ).

JLU aims to employ more women in academic research. We therefore particularly encourage female candidates to apply. Due to the women's support plan, there is an obligation to increase the proportion of women. JLU is regarded as a family-friendly university. Applicants with children are very welcome. Applications from disabled people of equal aptitude will be given preference. In general, a division of the position in two part-time positions with 50% of the regular working hoursis possible in accordance with the Hessian Equal Opportunities Act.

You want to break new ground with us?

Apply via our online form by October 24 th , 2024, indicating reference number 647/09. The application should contain: CV, certificates, list of publications, field of expertise, motivation letter (0.5 pages) and ideas of your future research plan (

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