Doctoral Researcher (f/m/d), Scientific Staff Member (f/m/d)

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You will join the collaborative research center (CRC) 1527 High performance compact magnetic resonance (HyPERiON), which aims to change the future of magnetic resonance (MR) by exploring the limits of extremely compact, highly sensitive, high throughput, and highly agile MR systems.

For this position you will explore and develop the chemistries needed to functionalize solid phase materials used in separation processes. You will have the following tasks:

• Stationary phase chemical modification: identify a class of stationary phases capable of coupling chemistries targeting small molecules compatible with NMR signal enhancement strategies.
• Characterization of the coupling yield, distribution, and resulting impact on separation performance.
• Characterization of resulting NMR signal enhancement when using the modified stationary phases.
• Explore the potential for measurement parallelization taking advantage of the compact system.
• Publishing research findings in high-impact scientific journals and presenting results at international conferences.

• A completed university degree (Master’s level) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related discipline.
• Experience in the fields of (Micro-)fluidics, NMR spectroscopy, magnetic resonance imaging and/or NMR hyperpolarisation techniques is an advantage.

• Career‑Building and Developmental Opportunities:

  We provide you with a structured onboarding program, a broad spectrum of continuing‑education options, and personalised support, thereby fostering your individual growth.

• Flexible Working Hours:

  Take advantage of flexible‑hours schemes, remote‑work options, and a 30‑day annual leave entitlement to achieve an optimal work‑life balance.

• Family-friendliness:

  The “KIT‑Family +” program assists you in reconciling work and family life by offering childcare services, holiday activities, a parent‑child office space, and assistance with caring for relatives.

• Stay Healthy:

  Under the motto “Fit at KIT – Body, Mind and Soul,” we promote your well‑being through fitness classes, mental‑health programmes, and regular preventive health examinations.

• Individualised Extra Benefits:

  Enjoy a corporate pension (VBL), a €25 monthly contribution toward a JobTicket BW, plus a broad selection of cultural and recreational programmes.

• Excellent Research Conditions & State-of-the-art Infrastructure:

  Benefit from a unique environment that combines university and large-scale research, and gain access to state-of-the-art equipment and interdisciplinary projects. This environment enables you to conduct both basic and applied research at the highest level.