HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE)

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The Helmholtz Institute HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE) is looking for

Postdoc (m/f/d) for automated polymer research at HIPOLE Jena

Your Tasks

• Synthesis of polymers and materials using automated / robotic synthesis platforms for applications in energy storage and conversion devices.
• Establishment of online and inline characterization of materials and polymers in terms of chemical structure (e.g., NMR, IR, SEC) and functional properties (e.g., cyclovoltammetry).
• Development of feedback-driven synthesis including the design of self-driving labs for the autonomous design of new polymers and materials for energy storage and conversion.
• Summary, presentation, and publication of the results (in English).

Your Profile

• PhD in polymer chemistry, automated chemistry, robot-assisted chemistry, electrochemistry, or a related field
• Extensive experience in organic chemistry, polymer chemistry, and/or robot-based/automated chemistry
• Good programming skills, e.g., Python
• Very good written and spoken English skills

You demonstrate a high level of commitment, initiative, problem-solving skills, and a willingness to familiarize yourself with diverse areas of responsibility. You are characterized by your teamwork skills, reliability, independence, and communication abilities (including proficiency in English).

You enjoy working in an interdisciplinary, international team within a diverse and dynamic work environment.

Further Information

Anne Kürschner

+493641948589

Closing Date: 20.04.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.