The international research training group “Functional π-Systems: Activation, Interaction and Application” based at the University of Münster (https://www.uni-muenster.de/irtg2678/) offers interesting research opportunities in various fields with a focus on functional π-systems.
The Institute of Organic Chemistry in the Faculty 12 Chemistry and Pharmacy at the University of Münster, Germany, is seeking to fill the position of a
Doctoral Research Associate (Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in, salary level E 13 TV-L)
for the externally funded project “Functional pi-Systems: Activation, Interaction and Application” (IRTG 2678) commencing on 1 June 2026. We are offering a fixed-term part-time position (67 %) for 3 years in the working group of Jun.-Prof. Hein. Full-time employees are required to teach 4 hours per week during the semester.
Your tasks:
- Collaborating in the externally funded project of the IRTG 2678
- Carrying out independent research
- Part of the research work (6 months) must take place in one of the partner laboratories at Nagoya University
- Actively participating in the IRTG 2678 qualification programme
- This position is tied to working towards a doctorate
Our expectations:
- An above-average university degree (master's degree/German Diplom/State Examination) in chemistry is required.
- Good command of written and spoken English is required.
- Experience in and knowledge of the field of organic chemistry is required, including
- in standard and advanced analytical methods including NMR, UV-Vis, fluorescence, cyclic voltammetry, mass spectrometry and HPLC
- in standard laboratory techniques (e.g., working under protective gas).
- Theoretical and practical experience in research is required in the following areas:
- redox- and light-responsive π-systems
- development and analysis of photoswitches
- organic electrochemistry
Advantages for you:
- Appreciation, commitment, openness and respect – values which are important to us.
- Our broad range of diverse work-time models offers great flexibility – also when working from home.
- If you have family members or young children in your care, our Family Service Office offers concrete support to help you balance your private and professional responsibilities.
- As an educational institution, we are deeply committed to offering occupational training and continuing education opportunities tailored to your individual needs.
- From A – Z, Aikido to Zumba, our sport and health programmes ensure a healthy work-life balance.
- As a university employee, you are entitled to numerous benefits afforded to public servants, e.g. an attractive company pension scheme (VBL), an annual end-of-year bonus and a position that is shielded from economic fluctuations.
The University of Münster strongly supports equal opportunity and diversity. We welcome all applicants regardless of sex, nationality, ethnic or social background, religion or worldview, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to creating family-friendly working conditions.
We actively encourage applications by women. Women with equivalent qualifications and academic achievements will be preferentially considered unless these are outweighed by reasons which necessitate the selection of another candidate.
If you have any questions, please contact Dr Dirk Leifert, Phone: +49 251 8333254, email: irtg2678@uni-muenster.de.
Are you interested? Then we look forward to receiving your application by 27. February 2026 at:
University of Münster
IRTG 2678 “Functional pi-Systems: Activation, Interaction and Application”
Prof. Dr. Armido Studer
Corrensstraße 40
48149 Münster
Please send your application, in a single PDF file, to irtg2678@uni-muenster.de. Your application can only be considered as a PDF file. Please note that we cannot consider other file formats.
The application should be written in English and consist of a cover letter, a complete CV, a letter of motivation, a letter of recommendation from the supervisor of the final degree thesis, previous academic achievements and copies of your degree certificates.
Reference number: 2026_02_13
