Job advertisement

Vacancy ID: 193/2026
Closing date: 2026-08-12

The Friedrich Schiller University Jena is a dynamic and innovation-driven university centrally located in Germany. With a broad range of disciplines, it shapes the future through excellent research and teaching. Its scientific excellence is reflected in the profile areas Light – Life – Liberty, which provide pioneering insights and sustainable solutions for the society of tomorrow. Through close collaborations with leading research institutions, innovative companies, and renowned cultural organizations, it advances interdisciplinary developments. With around 17,000 students and approximately 10,000 employees, it defines Jena as a vibrant, internationally connected city of science and innovation.

The Institute of Organic Chemistry and Macromolecular Chemistry seeks to fill the position of a

Scientific Researcher (Mixed-Matrix-Membranes)

We offer a part-time position (65% / 26 hours per week) for an initial period of two years with the option to extend for a third year.

As part of the collaborative project "Stimuli-responsive membranes for next generation separation processes", we target mixed-matrix-membranes composed of functionalized polymeric materials and different filler materials, e.g. metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). The project is carried out between the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena, the Ernst-Abbe-Hochschule (EAH), and the Fraunhofer IKTS in Hermsdorf.

Your responsibilities:

Synthesis and modification of polymers for the formation of mixed-matrix-membranes
Molecular characterization (NMR, IR...)
Membrane formation by casting and/or crosslinking
Structural investigations by scattering (DLS, SLS, SAXS...) and microscopic techniques (SEM, TEM)
Participation in teaching (exercises, practical courses)
Supervision of student theses
Preparation of publications, preparation of research reports
Work on an own scientific qualification project, .e.g. doctorate

Your profile:

Master’s degree in chemistry, applied science, nanotechnology or in a field related to these areas.
Experience in organic chemistry, polymer chemistry, interfacial and/or colloid chemistry and related characterization techniques
excellent English (and German) language skills, both written and spoken
independent goal-oriented and interdisciplinary working style
willingness to work in an international team

We offer:

Working at a family-friendly university with flexible working hours
Attractive fringe benefits, e.g. German capital-forming benefits (VL), company pension scheme (VBL),
Supervision by experienced scientific supervisors; further training opportunities
Remuneration based on the provisions of the Collective Agreement for the Public Sector of the Federal States (TV-L) at salary scale 13 — depending on the candidate’s personal qualifications—, including a special annual payment in accordance with the collective agreement.
30 days of vacation per calendar year plus two days off on December 24 and 31

This is a part-time position with 65% of the working hours of a full-time employee (26 hours per week) and an initial fixed-term position for two years, with the option to extend for a third year.

Candidates with severe disabilities will be given preference in the case of equal qualifications and suitability.

Are you eager to work for us? Then apply by 12.08.2026 using our online form.

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