Postdoctoral positions in Research Area I of the Cluster of Excellence RESOLV (m,f,x)

About the opportunity

RESOLV is a world-leading interdisciplinary research project in Solvation Science awarded as a Cluster of Excellence by the German Excellence Strategy. Within RESOLV, more than 200 scientists at six institutions in the Ruhr area investigate how solvents are involved in the control, mediation, and regulation of chemical reactions and processes. The research focuses on three main areas: I) Charge and Electron Transfer: The Solvent in Action, II) Solvent Design for Chemical Processes, and III) Tuning Stability and Homogeneity. RESOLV has established a structured postdoctoral training platform with emphasis on both individual research training and career coaching in academia, industry, and entrepreneurship. We are looking for full-time postdoctoral researchers for two-year temporary subprojects.

Salary and benefits

• Salaried position according to public service’s wage agreement TV-L E13
• Integration into the International Faculty Solvation Science
• Access to personal development, career coaching, and transferable skills courses
• Funding for visiting international conferences
• Free German and English language courses provided by the university

Who can apply?

• Hold a top-grade full university degree with a doctorate in Chemistry, Chemical Physics, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or comparable subjects
• Fascination with the interdisciplinary research field of Solvation Science
• Experience in one of the following: Theoretical chemistry (simulations, machine learning potentials, or electronic structure calculations), bio- or electrocatalysis, synthesis (organic, coordination, or small reactive intermediates), (time-resolved) spectroscopic techniques, microscopy at interfaces and on surfaces, chemical engineering (thermodynamic measurements and modelling), or ultra-low temperature chemistry
• Solid knowledge of English in a professional environment (at least level B2, oral and written)
• Competence in at least one of the campus languages (German or English) and willingness to learn the other

Required documents

• CV
• Hosting agreement
• 1-page outline of a possible project within RESOLV

When to apply

• Application deadline: 2026-09-29

How to apply

• Reach out to RESOLV Principal Investigators or Participating Scientists serving as potential hosts to discuss a possible project before applying
• Prepare a complete application as one PDF document
• Submit the application electronically via the online application portal
• Mention reference number ANR 6098 in the application

Additional information

• The position is fixed-term for 2 years
• The place of work is Ruhr University Bochum
• The Staff Council has the right to participate in selection interviews upon candidate request
• Travel, accommodation, and other application costs for interviews cannot be reimbursed