Master Thesis - Synthesis of novel biobased Monomers & Polymers (all genders)

Master Thesis – Synthesis of novel biobased Monomers & Polymers (all genders)

The Fraunhofer Institute for Interfacial Engineering and Biotechnology IGB combines biology and engineering to develop processes, technologies, and products for sustainable bioeconomy and climate protection.

What you will do

• You will independently develop multi‑step synthesis processes that include oxidation and reduction reactions as well as esterification processes.
• You will characterize and analyze the products of chemical synthesis using common analytical methods such as NMR spectroscopy and GC‑MS.
• With a systematic approach to experimental design, you will carry out radical polymerizations and characterize the polymers.
• Additionally, you will analyze the structure‑property relationships between the monomer structures and the resulting material properties of the polymers.

What you bring to the table

• You are an enrolled Master’s student in Chemistry or a comparable field.
• You have successfully completed your Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry with a focus on Organic Synthesis.
• You are proficient in both German and English, spoken and written.
• You excel with a team‑oriented, careful, and responsible work style, and the ability to work independently and scientifically.

What you can expect

• Cutting‑edge research in a wide variety of pioneering flagship projects that advance society, the economy, and yourself.
• The chance to contribute your own ideas as part of a strong team and find solutions for pressing future questions.
• A tolerant environment with an open culture of mistakes and the assurance of receiving support at any time.
• A cafeteria on campus with daily meal offerings.

For the preparation of the Master's thesis, no remuneration is paid. We offer comprehensive supervision and support. Additionally, there is a possibility of concluding a contract as a Research Assistant. The remuneration is based on the overall company agreement for the employment of assistants.

We value and promote the diversity of our employees' competencies and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, worldview, disability, as well as sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons will be given preference if equally qualified.