Your Tasks
The successful candidate will design and execute in situ and operando experiments on real and model systems, perform and analyze the related measurements, develop robust data-analysis workflows, collaborate within an interdisciplinary team, present results at conferences, and contribute to manuscripts and student mentoring. We offer a vibrant, international research environment with access to state-of-the-art laboratories and outstanding instrumentation, close interaction with leading synchrotron facilities, and excellent conditions for independent, high-impact research.

Your Profile

We value flexibility, commitment, communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team. Applicants must hold a diploma or master degree chemistry, physics, materials science, or chemical engineering. Expertise in in situ and operando methods is welcomed; however, candidates without direct experience in this field are also encouraged to apply.

Benefits: We Have a Lot To Offer

Regular promotion to the next level and increase in salary pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement for the public service of the German Länder (TV-L) or remuneration pursuant to the Bavarian Public Servants Remuneration Act (BayBesG) plus an additional annual bonus
30 days annual leave at five working days per week with additional free days on December 24 and 31
Occupational pension scheme and asset accumulation savings scheme

Excellent support during the academic qualification phase
Structured doctoral degree programs
Systematic career development in collaboration with the Graduate Center
Thorough onboarding process with a dedicated team
Joint team activities
Subsidized food and drinks in our student restaurants
Place of work within comfortable walking distance of public transport
Family-friendly environment with childcare options, also during school holidays
Flexible working hours
A wide range of training courses and opportunities for professional development
Active health management

Notice

For all job postings, the following applies: Friedrich-Alexander-Universität promotes equal professional opportunities for women. Women are therefore expressly encouraged to apply.

Severely disabled persons as defined by the German Severely Disabled Persons Act will be given preferential consideration if they have the same professional qualifications and personal aptitude and if the advertised position is suitable for severely disabled persons. Details can be found in the respective job posting under “Remarks.”

At the applicant’s request, the Equal Opportunities Officer may be included in the job interview without any disadvantage to the applicant.

All advertised positions are generally suitable for part-time work unless stated otherwise in the job posting.

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