Postdoc Position in Chemical Biology; Biocatalysis

University of Bern Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences

Postdoc Position in Chemical Biology / Biocatalysis 80 - 100%

Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences

Start of employment: January 2026, the position is available for one year (with the possibility to prolongate).

The University of Bern is the third largest University in Switzerland. The position offers a world-class scientific environment with an outstanding infrastructure. Our Department at Bern University invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Research Associate to work on a innovative research project in the field chemical biology, enzyme engineering and biocatalysis.

Your tasks

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to,

• Execution of innovative research projects in the field chemical biology, enzyme engineering and biocatalysis
• Development and expansion of the state-of-the-art laboratory infrastructure
• Support in supervision of internships, Bachelor's and Master's theses

Your profile

You are an independent, curious, creative, and ambitious team player who enjoys interdisciplinary science, mastering new things, and rigorous experimental work. You possess:

• PhD degree in chemistry, biochemistry or biotechnology with a strong track record
• theoretical and practical knowledge in (computational) protein engineering, biochemical reactions, molecular biology and enzyme assay development
• Solid experience with common analytical and purification methods (e.g., NMR, UV-Vis, HPLC, GC, MS).
• Good command of written and spoken English
• Experience in experimental protein structure elucidation is a plus

We offer

• Multi-facetted and interesting range of tasks with further education opportunities
• Progressive employment and social security provisions in accordance with cantonal guidelines
• Central location

Your application

We look forward to receiving your application by email to rebecca.buller@unibe.ch by Nov 30th, 2025. It must include a letter of motivation (max 2 pages), a Curriculum Vitae, contact details of two references, and a research summary highlighting your experience with organic synthesis and biocatalysis. Only complete applications compiled in a single pdf file will be considered.