Research Associate / Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in at the Institute of Technical Microbiology

Research Associate

(m/f/d) /

Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiterin (m/w/d)

Institute

Institute of Technical Microbiology

RemunerationEG 13 TV-L

Start of employment June 1st 2025

Application deadline April 28 th 2025

Scope full time, fixed term until May 31st 2028

The Institute of Technical Microbiology is an open and international institute.

Together with one technician, around twenty scientific staff members, and a changing group of students, we conduct research and teaching in the fields of sustainable biotechnology, bio-based resources, and microbial wastewater treatment.

We place particular importance on involving all team members in the various workflows and decision-making processes, and on fostering a collegial, respectful, and supportive working environment.

YOUR TASKS

• Development of a genetic system for a thermofilic exoelectrogenic microorganism
• Implementation of automated laboratory evolution in bioelectrochemical systems
• Genetic engineering to heterologously express metabolic pathways
• Heterologous expression of synthetic proteins to enhance the biosynthesis of desired products
• Integration of engineered strains into (customized) bioelectrochemical reactors and assessment of biomass yield and catalytic activity
  
  

YOUR PROFILE

Requirements

• Completed scientific university studies, in particular in subject*s as Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Bitotechnology
  
  

Required Knowledge And Personal Skills

• Very strong expertise in molecular bio. and microbial genetic engineering, e.g. Plasmid construction, cloning, transformation, and genomic integration
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in German (spoken and written) (C1) and English (B2)
• Demonstrated experience in working with microbial expression systems; knowledge of synthetic biology tools is highly desirable
• Solid background in reactor design, microbial physiology and metabolic pathway design, ideally in the context of applied biotechnology
• Experience with fundamentals in the biochemistry of exoelectrogens and their application in reactor systems is a strong asset
  
  

OUR OFFER

• we offer the opportunity for scientific qualification with the goal of obtaining a doctoral degree (PhD)
• a job in an interesting, friendly and appreciative working environment
• flexible and family-friendly working conditions
• possibility of mobile working
• 30 day vacation per year
• good public transport connections
• comprehensive training and further education programs
  
  

At the heart of TU Hamburg’s research, teaching and transfer of technology is the guiding principle of developing technology for people. The TU Hamburg sees itself in this context as a family-friendly and sustainable university with high performance and quality standards that strives for excellence in all its research fields. Interdisciplinarity, innovation, regionality and internationality are binding principles in our actions. With currently around 8.000 students, 110 professors and 1.650 employees, the TU Hamburg is characterised by short decision-making processes and close cooperation between the board, the institutes, the deans of studies, the research areas and the administration. We identify ourselves with a modern leadership culture and cultivate appreciative interaction.

For further information please contact Dr. Laura Philipp, Tel.-Nr.

49 40 428 78 34 88

, Email: laura.philipp@tuhh.de

We value diversity, therefore all applications are welcome, regardless of gender, gender identity, ethnic origin, nationality, age, religion and belief, disability, sexual orientation and identity or social background.

The TUHH stands for equal opportunities

as well as appreciative and respectful cooperation.

Please send your complete application documents (cover letter, curriculum vitae in table form, proof ofcompleted training and/or university degree, job references or certificates of employment) via the online application system.

Notice for severely disabled persons and people with equal status.

Notice for graduates of foreign educational qualifications:

Please submit proof of all obtained university degrees and, if available, the recognition of your educational qualifications in Germany (e.g. anabin excerpts and/or acknowledgement of previous employers).

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