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Vacancy ID: 169/2024
Closing date: 2024-09-09



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
18,000 students and more than 8,600 employees, the university plays a major role
in shaping Jena’s character as a cosmopolitan and future-oriented city.

The DFG Research Training Group (RTG) 2723 Materials‐Microbes‐Microenvironments
(M‐M‐M): Antimicrobial biomaterials with tailored structures and properties, at
Friedrich Schiller University Jena, Germany, combines expertise in materials,
life, medical, optical and computational sciences to develop ground-braking and
highly innovative antimicrobial biomaterials for the prevention of
biomaterials-associated infections (BAI). This will be approached by six
interdisciplinary PhD tandem projects, each with two doctoral researchers (DRs)
working on complementary materials science and medical/life science aspects of
these questions in each project, with one materials scientist and one
medical/life science professional working as team supervisors. Friedrich
Schiller University (FSU) and Jena University Hospital (UKJ) closely cooperate
within the RTG. Our full spectrum of excellent expertise in materials science
and life sciences will be leveraged to address the critical issues of novel
antimicrobial biomaterials in a collaborative spirit. The affiliated early
career programs of the RTG, Jena School for Microbial Communication (JSMC) and
Jena Graduate Academy offer ambitious, structured and interdisciplinary
post-graduate training based on top-level basic and applied research. The
research groups of the RTG M-M-M invite applications for






12 DOCTORAL RESEARCHER POSITIONS



to conduct research and training in the development of novel antimicrobial
materials and their biological/medical compatibility and reactions.

Commencing on 1 February 2025 (fixed date), the positions are for up to 4 years.
Six of the positions (materials science) are full time (100%), six of the
positions (life sciences) are part time (65%). Each doctoral researcher will
work in one of the following interdisciplinary tandem projects (materials
science & life sciences):

 * Project A: Switchable antimicrobial materials (Prof. Dr. K. D. Jandt (FSU) &
   Prof. Dr. B. Löffler (UKJ))
 * Project B: Antimicrobial and bioactive nanoparticle functionalized protein
   coatings (Prof. Dr. K. D. Jandt (FSU) & Prof. Dr. B. Wildemann (UKJ))
 * Project C: Antimicrobial bioactive glass for treatment of traumatic or
   pathological bone defects (Prof. Dr. D. Brauer (FSU) & Prof. Dr. G. Matziolis
   (UKJ))
 * Project D: Graphene based antimicrobial biomaterials (Prof. Dr. A. Turchanin
   (FSU) & Prof. Dr. B. Löffler (UKJ))
 * Project E: Microbiological testing of materials (Prof. Dr. M. Pletz (UKJ) &
   Prof. Dr. C. Eggeling (FSU))
 * Project F: Digitized antimicrobial biomaterials semantic knowledge base
   (Prof. Dr. M. Sierka (FSU) & Prof. Dr. M. T. Figge (FSU/HKI))






YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

 * Actively and effectively contribute to the development of the project in
   research, training and organization of the RTG
 * Cooperate and support within the project and beyond
 * Produce high-quality written manuscripts for publication
 * Present your results at national and international conferences
 * Assist with training other researchers, including masters’ and undergraduate
   project students, as required
 * Contribute to maintaining the collaborative, friendly and welcoming
   environment within the RTG and its collaboration partners


YOUR PROFILE:

 * An outstanding master’s degree (MSc) in materials science or physics or
   chemistry or chemical science or materials engineering or closely related
   (for materials science DRs), or microbiology or cell biology, molecular
   biology, biochemistry, biotechnologies, medicine, computer science,
   bioinformatics or closely related (for life science DRs). Candidates in the
   final stages of obtaining their degree are also eligible to apply.
 * Desired methodological skills materials science (one or more): materials
   design and synthesis, materials characterization and testing, PVD, microscopy
   methods, handling of proteins and nanomaterials, organic and inorganic
   materials preparation, computational materials science, data base experience,
   materials engineering skills
 * Or: Desired methodological skills life science (one or more): basic training
   in microbiology and bacterial culture; experience in cell culture and
   infection experiments; basic knowledge in molecular biology, FACS-analysis,
   advanced automated image data analysis, programming skills
 * Highly motivated individual with an interest in joining one of the
   interdisciplinary research areas of the RTG and cooperate with other projects
   and partners
 * The ability to work creatively and independently towards developing your own
   research project and collaborate with DRs of other disciplines
 * An integrative and cooperative personality with enthusiasm for actively
   participating in the dynamic RTG community
 * Outstanding English communication skills, both written and spoken


WE OFFER:

 * Research in a clinically highly relevant topic
 * A highly communicative atmosphere within an energetic scientific network
 * A comprehensive mentoring program and soft skills courses for early career
   researchers
 * An international competitive interdisciplinary training program in materials
   science and life science
 * Jena – City of Science: a young and lively town with a vibrant local cultural
   agenda
 * A family-friendly working environment with a variety of offers for families:
   University Family Office ‘JUniFamilie’ and flexible childcare (‘JUniKinder‘)
 * University health promotion and a wide range of university sports activities
 * Attractive fringe benefits, e.g., capital formation benefits (VL) and an
   occupational pension (VBL)
 * 30 days of vacation per calendar year plus two days off on December 24 and 31
 * 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.

Doctoral Research Positions are funded by the German federal and state
governments. Friedrich Schiller University Jena is an equal opportunity
employer. To promote gender equality in science, applications by woman are
particularly welcome. Candidates with severe disabilities will be given
preference in case of equal qualifications and suitability.

Applications in English should comprise a cover letter, a detailed curriculum
vitae and copies of academic certificates as well as a minimum of two letters of
support from referees. Please familiarize yourself with the available doctoral
researcher projects at the website
https://www.mmm.uni-jena.de/22/job-advertisement and the application process as
described in the Online Application Portal. Please submit your application via
the JSMC Online Application Portal, under the vacancy ID 169/2024 by 9.
September 2024:









https://apply2.uni-jena.de/94vod .



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