Research assistant (m/f/d)

Responsibilities

• Synthesis of catalysts – preparation and characterization of new catalytic systems.
• Conducting catalytic reactions – planning, carrying out, and evaluating experimental reaction series.
• Multivariate data analysis – interpreting experimental results using statistical and data science methods.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemistry—preferably with a focus on organic chemistry or synthetic molecular chemistry.
• Experience in computational chemistry is a plus.
• Interest in interdisciplinary research-particularly in the intersection of chemistry and data science.

Qualifications

The University of Hohenheim is an innovative and research-intensive university in the south of Stuttgart with students from around 100 countries. The campus features generously equipped research facilities, a baroque palace, and extensive parklands. Modern teaching and cutting-edge research are combined in innovative subjects in the natural sciences, agricultural sciences, and economic and social sciences. As a certified family-friendly university, it is one of the most attractive employers in the region with approximately 2,000 employees. The University of Hohenheim is characterized by its collegial atmosphere and the close cooperation between the various institutions on "Germany's most beautiful campus."

Skills

Experience in computational chemistry is a plus.

Benefits

• Salary category 13 TV-L, depending on the fulfillment of professional and personal requirements.
• A vibrant and innovative work environment on a green campus with short distances and beautiful parks.
• A professional, young team and a collegial, team-oriented working atmosphere.
• A secure job and company pension scheme.
• Flexible working hours by arrangement.
• Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
• Allowances for JobTicket & JobBike, cafeteria, health promotion & university sports.

Pay

Fixed-term contract ending on December 31, 2027 but we are aiming for an extension.

Schedule

Start on approx. July 1, 2026.

Bewerbungsfrist : 30.06.2026

Please upload your application documents (cover letter, resume, references) via the university's online application portal.

The University of Hohenheim promotes equal opportunity and diversity. We value your knowledge, skills, and strengths regardless of age, gender, background, or religion. We strongly encourage applications from women. People with severe disabilities and those of equivalent status are also particularly encouraged to apply and will be given preference if their qualifications are essentially equal.

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