Master’s Thesis in Chemistry & Biotechnology: Smart Nanoparticles for Pathogen Identification (m/f/d)

Your Tasks Your Responsibilities Functionalization of SPIONs according to established laboratory protocols, as well as the investigation of a novel route based on click chemistry. Physicochemical characterization of obtained particles (AES, DLS, Zeta potential, FTIR, VSM/SQUID, etc.). Design and implementation of extraction protocols using clinically relevant pathogens in a hospital-based environment (e.g., quantification via qPCR and MALDI-TOF). Your Profile Your Profile Background in chemistry, biochemistry, biomedical sciences, biotechnology, or a related field. Basic understanding of chemistry, material science and microbiology Experience with nanoparticle synthesis, characterization methods and microbiological methods (e.g., work in sterile bench, plating, qPCR) is an advantage. Careful, reliable, and structured working style. Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative research team. Benefits: We Have a Lot To Offer Employment in an academic setting with interesting insights into research processes Valuable work experience Flexible hours We Offer Hands-on experience with advanced chemistry and microbiological methods. Insight into the translation of research to clinical application. Supervision in an interdisciplinary academic and clinical environment. Opportunity to contribute to an innovative research project (publication prospect). Close interaction with both hospital-based and engineering research teams. Thorough onboarding process with a dedicated team Joint team activities Offices within comfortable walking distance of public transport Active health management