Nadja Simeth

Georg-August-Universität Göttingen is inviting applications for 2 PhD student positions in chemical biology and photochemistry within the Institute for Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry. The project is affiliated with the group of Prof. Nadja Simeth and focuses on organic photochemistry, bioorganic and labeling chemistry, and chemical biology. The advertised research mentions the design and investigation of photo-peptides for the regulation of enzyme function, in collaboration with groups in biology and biochemistry on the Göttingen campus. Research keywords: chemical biology, photochemistry, organic chemistry, bioorganic chemistry, biomolecule labeling, enzyme assays, recombinant protein work, solid-phase peptide synthesis, HPLC, LC-MS. Eligibility highlights: applicants should have an MSc degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field (completed or near completion), a strong background in organic or bioorganic synthesis, excellent English communication skills, and motivation for interdisciplinary research. German language skills are beneficial but not mandatory. Preferred experience includes HPLC/LC-MS and preparative HPLC, biochemistry techniques, recombinant synthesis and enzyme activity studies, automated SPPS and peptide characterization, photochemistry (UV-Vis, NMR, light-sensitive compounds), and biomolecule labeling chemistry. Funding and conditions: the positions are funded by the Boehringer Ingelheim Foundation, initially for three years, with regular working hours of 25.87 hours per week and salary at the E13 TV-L (65%) level. Application deadline: June 8, 2026. Applications must be submitted as a single PDF by email to [email protected]. The application should include a motivation letter, CV, Master certificate or transcript, publication list if applicable, a summary of past research, a short statement of future research interests, and contact details for two referees. Interviews are expected in mid-June.