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The Institute of Physical Chemistry in the Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy at the University of Münster, Germany, is seeking to fill the position in the research group of Prof. Dr. Björn Braunschweig of a

Postdoctoral Research Associate (Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiterin, salary level E 13 TV-L)

to commence on 01.10.2026. We are offering the fixed-term full-time position for 12 months. Full-time employees are required to teach 4 hours per week during the semester.

Your tasks:

• Nonlinear optical spectroscopy for the in situ characterization of proteins, polymers, and photoswitchable surfactants at soft-matter interfaces.
• Further development of, and assistance with, the construction of a new spectrometer for time resolved spectroscopy at interfaces.
• Documentation, presentation, and publication of research results at international conferences and in leading scientific journals.

Our expectations:

• A university degree in chemistry or physics (Master's degree) and a Ph.D. in chemistry or physics are required.
• Experience in nonlinear optical spectroscopy.
• Strong motivation, scientific curiosity, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Solid written and spoken English skills.
• Experience in optical spectroscopy is desirable.
• Knowledge of physical chemistry, as well as the chemistry of soft-matter materials and interfaces, is an advantage.

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 offers concrete support to help you balance your private and professional responsibilities.
• As an educational institution, we are deeply committed to offering opportunities tailored to your individual needs.
• From A – Z, Aikido to Zumba, our 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 (), an and a position that is shielded from economic fluctuations.

The University of Münster strongly supports . 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. Part-time options are generally available.

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.

Have we sparked your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your application!

Please send your complete application documents (cover letter, CV, as well as Master's and Bachelor's certificates including transcripts) in a single PDF file via email by 2026-07-19 to:

Universität Münster
Institut für Physikalische Chemie
Prof. Dr. Björn Braunschweig
Corrensstraße 28/30
48149 Münster

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Reference number: 2026_06_23