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Friedrich Schiller University is a traditional university with a strong research profile rooted in the heart of Germany. As a university covering all disciplines, it offers a wide range of subjects. Its research is focused on the areas Light—Life—Liberty. It is closely networked with non-research institutions, research companies and renowned cultural institutions. With around 17.000 students and more than 10.000 employees, the university plays a major role in shaping Jena’s character as a cosmopolitan and future-oriented city.

The Integrated Research Training Group of PolyTarget seeks to fill the position of a

Doctoral Researcher

at the next possible date.

The Collaborative Research Center 1278 "PolyTarget - Polymer-based nanoparticle libraries for targeted anti-inflammatory strategies" is funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG). The goal of PolyTarget is to develop polymer-based, nanoparticulate carrier materials for pharmaceutically active ingredients for targeted therapy of diseases and syndromes, whose morbidity is characterized by an inflammatory reaction. The integrated Research Training Group of PolyTarget is educating doctoral researchers in a structured, interdisciplinary training program. Close cooperation within the multi- and interdisciplinary consortium with researchers from Chemistry, Materials Science, Biology, Pharmacy, and Medicine offers unique prerequisites for transferring the findings from basic research into applications (www.polytarget.uni-jena.de).

Your responsibilities :

• Work on an own scientific qualification project, i.e., doctorate degree
• Participate in interdisciplinary research projects within the field of PolyTarget
• Systematic investigation of new techniques to elucidate salient features (physical and chemical) of newly developed polymers and nanomedicines
• Presentation of scientific results and active contribution in the writing of manuscripts
• PhD project planning, project coordination, experimental work, reporting, and communication
• Generate scientific output in terms of publications, posters, presentations, including participation at international conferences
• Guidance of Bachelor / Master students and / or interns

Your profile :

We offer :

The advertised position is initially limited to December 2025, extensions of up to four years are envisaged, depending on funding for the third phase of the CRC, respectively alternative funding.

This is a part-time position with 65% (26 hours per week) of the working hours of a full-time employee.

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

Have we piqued your interest? Then apply by 4th April 2025 using our online form.