PhD student (m/f/d) in the field of chemistry or comparable

To strengthen our team in the department "Analytical Chemistry; Reference Materials" in Berlin-Adlershof, starting 01.12.2022, we are looking for a

PhD student (m/f/d) in the field of chemistry or comparable

Salary group 13 TVöD
Temporary contract for 36 months
The working time is 65%

The Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und ‑prüfung (BAM) is a materials research organization in Germany. Our mission is to ensure safety in technology and chemistry. We perform research and testing in materials science, materials engineering and chemistry to improve the safety of products and processes. At BAM we do research that matters. Our work covers a broad array of topics in the focus areas of energy, infrastructure, environment, materials, and analytical sciences.

We are looking for talented people to join us.

Your responsibilities include:
The position is made available through the EU-funded STOP project (Surface Transfer of Pathogens). The aim of the project is the synthesis, characterization, and optimization of antimicrobial nanoparticles that can be used as coatings for high touch surfaces to restrict the transmission of pathogens in the future. Your responsibilities in the project include:

• Synthesis of metal and metal oxide nanoparticles of different sizes and with different surface properties
• Synthesis of core-shell particles based on these metal/metal oxide nanoparticles as cores and (porous) silica shells
• Characterization of the core and core-shell particles, as well as testing and optimizing the release of the antimicrobially active components
• Surface functionalization of the particles with further antimicrobially active components such as antimicrobial peptides, polymers, etc.
• Optimization of the particle properties regarding further important characteristics for the intended application, such as adhesion, colloidal stability, wear, toxicity, etc.
• Attending project meetings

Your qualifications:

• University degree (Diploma, Master) in Chemistry or related fields
• Very good knowledge in synthetic chemistry and practical synthetic work in chemical laboratories
• Hands-on experience with the synthesis and characterization of nano- and advanced materials
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Command of the German language is highly advantageous
• Writing reports and publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Good communication and information skills, ability to work and collaborate in a team, flexibility, initiative/commitment, and a conceptual, strategic, and innovative way of thinking

We offer:

• Interdisciplinary research at the interface of politics, economics and society
• Work in national and international networks with universities, research institutes and industrial companies
• Outstanding facilities and infrastructure
• Flexible working hours and mobile working

Your application:
We welcome applications via the online application form by 27.10.2022. Alternatively, you can also send your application by post, quoting the reference number 303/22-1.0 to

Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und ‑prüfung (BAM)
Referat Z.3 – Personal
Unter den Eichen 87
12205 Berlin
GERMANY
www.bam.de

Dr. Rühle will be glad to answer any specific questions you may have. Please get in touch via the telephone number +49 30 8104-5571 and/or by email to Bastian.Ruehle@bam.de.

BAM pursues the goal of professional equality between women and men. We therefore particularly welcome applications from women. In addition, BAM supports the integration of severely disabled persons and therefore especially welcomes their applications. With regard to the fulfilment of the job advertisement requirements, the application documents are examined individually. Recognised severely disabled persons will be given preferential consideration if they are equally suitable.

The advertised position requires a high level of physical aptitude.