PhD Opportunity in Chemistry, Biochemistry, NMR and Separation Science at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology Karlsruhe Institute of Technology in Germany

PhD opportunity at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) in chemistry, biochemistry, NMR, and separation science.

The position is based at the Institut für Mikrostrukturtechnik (IMT) and is part of the collaborative research center SFB 1527 “High performance compact magnetic resonance” (HyPERiON). The project focuses on the chemical procedures needed to functionalize stationary phases used in separation processes, with an emphasis on coupling chemistry, NMR signal enhancement, and compact magnetic resonance systems.

Research topics include: chemical modification of stationary phases, identification of suitable stationary phases for coupling small-molecule-targeting chemicals, characterization of coupling yield and distribution, evaluation of separation performance, measurement of NMR signal enhancement, and exploration of parallelized measurements using a compact system.

Eligibility: applicants should hold a completed master’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related discipline. Experience or knowledge in microfluidics, NMR spectroscopy, magnetic resonance imaging, and/or NMR hyperpolarization methods is considered an advantage.

Appointment details: 3-year full-time doctoral employment at KIT, classified as EG 13 TV-L, with a stated gross annual salary of 59,000 EUR. The post also highlights KIT’s structured onboarding, training opportunities, flexible working arrangements, family support, health programs, and additional benefits.

Application deadline: 2026-07-26.

How to apply: submit your application via the KIT job portal. Technical inquiries can be directed to Dr. Neil MacKinnon ([email protected]), and general application questions to Bärbel Gätcke ([email protected]).