Postdoc Position in Chemical Biology / Biocatalysis
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Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Start of employment: October 2025, the position is available for one year (with the possibility to prolongate).
The University of Bern is the third largest University in Switzerland. The position offers a world-class scientific environment with an outstanding infrastructure. Our Department at Bern University invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Research Associate to work on a innovative research project in the field chemical biology, enzyme engineering and biocatalysis.
Your tasks
Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to,
* Execution of innovative research projects in the field chemical biology, enzyme engineering and biocatalysis
* Development and expansion of the state-of-the-art laboratory infrastructure
* Support in teaching organic chemistry (OC I & II) exercises, supervision of internships, Bachelor's and Master's theses
Your profile
You Are An Independent, Curious, Creative, And Ambitious Team Player Who Enjoys Interdisciplinary Science, Mastering New Things, And Rigorous Experimental Work. You Possess
* PhD degree in organic chemistry or biochemistry with a strong track record
* Strong background in organic synthesis, preferably with experience in nucleotide chemistry
* Solid experience with common analytical and purification methods (e.g., NMR, UV-Vis, HPLC, GC, MS).
* Experience in (computational) protein engineering, biochemical reactions, molecular biology and enzyme assay development is desirable.
* Good command of written and spoken English
We offer
* Multi-facetted and interesting range of tasks with further education opportunities
* Progressive employment and social security provisions in accordance with cantonal guidelines
* Central location
Your application
We look forward to receiving your application by
email
to rebecca.buller@unibe.ch by
Aug. 8
, 2025. It must include a letter of motivation (max 2 pages), a Curriculum Vitae, contact details of two references, and a research summary highlighting your experience with organic synthesis and biocatalysis. Only complete applications compiled in a single pdf file will be considered.
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