"PhD position in Synthetic Organic Chemistry & Catalysis"

Job Summary

The project focuses on developing organocatalytic transformations through the integration of synthetic organic chemistry and computational chemistry. It aims to gain insights into molecular mechanisms of catalysis and guide the rational development of new organocatalytic reactions for synthesizing complex molecules.

Responsibilities

• Planning and performing multistep synthesis
• Computing and interpreting complex reaction profiles
• Supervising BSc and MSc research projects
• Attending national and international conferences
• Writing scientific publications

Qualifications and Requirements

• Completed MSc in synthetic organic chemistry or a closely related field
• Interest in computational chemistry and multidisciplinary research
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English

What the Employer Offers

• A challenging position in a socially engaged organization
• Salary ranging from €2,901 to €3,707 gross per month for full-time employment
• Fixed-term contract of initially 1 year, potentially extending to 4 years
• Additional benefits including holiday leave, holiday allowance, end-of-year bonus, and access to sports facilities and cultural discounts