Scientist (f/m/x) Redox hydrogel supported photobioanode in Biophotovoltaics

Place of work

The job position is available for full-time or part-time employment.

Contract limitations

Salary

Contact

Your contact for any questions you may have about the job:
Dr. Bin Lai (email: bin.lai[at]ufz.de)

Your application

Please submit your application via our online portal with your cover letter, CV (please omit your photo, age, or marital status) and relevant attachments.

Diversity and Inclusion

The UFZ has a strong commitment to diversity and actively supports equal opportunities for all employees regardless of their origin, religion, ideology, disability, age or sexual identity.
We look forward to applications from people who are open-minded and enjoy working in diverse teams.

Your tasks

The core tasks of the scientist include but not limited to:

• develop redox hydrogel-cyanobacteria photoanode
• apply holistic e.g. microscopy-based analytics to characterize the bio-hydrogel interface electron transfer kinetics
• engineer the bio-hydrogel interface using e.g. click chemistry to improve the electron transfer kinetics
• develop a prototype system that combines photobioanode and enzymatic cathode to demonstrate the photobioammonium production concept
• closely communicate with other two project partners and high initiative to drive the progress of the project
• publish in high reputation journal and present in leading scientific conferences

We offer

• The freedom to master even the most demanding challenges between basic research and practical application
• The chance to work in interdisciplinary, international teams and benefit from a variety of perspectives
• Firstclass integration into national and international research networks to work together on global challenges
• Excellent research infrastructure and research data management to optimally support your work
• Flexible working hours and a wide range of options for balancing work and care responsibilities through our family office
• Competent support and advice for international colleagues arriving at the UFZ from the 'International Office'
• Special annual payment, capital-forming benefits and subsidised Germany Job Ticket
• A workplace in a vibrant region with a high life quality and social and cultural diversity

Your profile

• PhD in bioorganic chemistry, molecular biotechnology, biochemical engineering or related area
• essential experience with redox hydrogel, its design and characterzation, and its interface with living system
• essential experience with microscopy, spectroscopy techniques
• bonus experience with pure microbial culture, and/or chemical modification using e.g. click chemistry
• excellent communication and team-working skills to fit with the team culture
• high self-motivation and initiatives, and the capability to lead an interdisciplinary project
• proficient in English speaking and writing, with good publication records