Postdoctoral Researcher in Microbial Bioactive Compounds
Postdoctoral Researcher Position (f/m/d, E13 TV-L, 100%)
Faculty of Science, Department of Microbial Bioactive Compounds
Bewerbungsfrist : 31.08.2026
Dr. Chambers C. Hughes, Interfaculty Institute of Microbiology and Infection Medicine, Department of Microbial Bioactive Compounds at the University of Tübingen, distinguished as excellent by the Federal Government of Germany, is inviting applications for a 3-year Postdoctoral Researcher Position (f/m/d, E13 TV-L, 100%) starting as soon as possible.
The position
The position is part of the BMBF-funded project KERN (“KI-gestützte Erschließung ribosomaler Naturstoffe: Ein Hochdurchsatzansatz zur Entdeckung antimikrobieller Wirkstoffe”), a multidisciplinary effort to discover and characterize new antibacterial ribosomally synthesized and post-translationally modified peptides (RiPPs) using artificial intelligence. The successful candidate will join the Hughes Lab and become part of a vibrant research environment in charming Tübingen. Our group has extensive expertise in natural products chemistry and synthetic organic chemistry, and the project is strongly supported by the Cluster of Excellence Controlling Microbes to Fight Infections.
Your Responsibilities
- detect and prioritize new RiPPs produced in engineered bacterial hosts using HPLC-QTOF-MS/MS
- purify RiPP candidates and elucidate their structures using NMR spectroscopy
Your Profile
- a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in chemistry, biochemistry or a related discipline
- a competitive track record of scientific publications in natural products chemistry
- a keen interest in interdisciplinary teamwork
- a high level of motivation, independence, and reliability
- proficiency in English
Our Offer
- the opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research at a highly renowned university
- a collegial and supportive working atmosphere
- remuneration in accordance with the TV-L collective agreement for public-sector employees of the German federal states, including all corresponding benefits
- opportunities for international collaboration
- local and global networking opportunities, including conferences, workshops, summer schools, and related events
- 30 days of paid vacation per year
- career mentoring and professional development support
- visa and onboarding assistance, where applicable
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