Senior Scientist

• Lead the “Interface Characterization” Core Facility
• Conduct material analyses
• Develop an independent research profile in the field of “Complex Fluids”
• Contribute to research projects and scientific studies on polymers in solution
• Publish in international journals and deliver scientific presentations
• Apply for projects and secure third-party funding
• Independently conduct courses in accordance with the applicable collective agreement
• Supervise students undertaking bachelor’s theses, master’s internships, and master’s theses
• Undertake administrative duties in research and teaching

• Completed doctoral degree in Chemistry or a related field
• Extensive experience in polymer chemistry and materials characterization
• Experience characterizing surfaces and interfaces using iGC, XPS, tensiometry, goniometry, BET, DSC/TGA–IR, zeta potential, DVS, particle-size analysis, foam analysis, GPC, rheology, and light scattering
• Experience operating plastics-processing equipment and with composite-material manufacturing techniques is desirable
• Outstanding publication record in peer-reviewed journals
• Excellent written and spoken German and English
• Team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Teaching experience, experience with e-learning, and experience supervising students

• Flexible working hours
• Remote work by arrangement
• International team and excellent research infrastructure
• Relaxed working environment
• Good public transport connections
• Internal training and coaching
• Opportunity for permanent employment following a positive evaluation and subject to funding availability
• Equal opportunity, women’s advancement, and diversity