PhD (f/m/d) on protein-DNA assemblies

TUM Campus Straubing for Biotechnology and Sustainability

Organisation/Company: Technische Universität München, Department TUM Campus Straubing for Biotechnology and Sustainability Research Field: Chemistry – Biochemistry Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions: PhD Positions Country: Germany Application Deadline: 1 Mar 2026 Type of Contract: Temporary Job Status: Part‑time Offer Duration: 3‑year contract with possibility of extension for another year Salary: Competitive, in accordance with the public service wage agreement of the Free State of Bavaria (DFG basis, BioSysteM cluster) Equal opportunity: Women and disabled candidates are given special consideration; the employer encourages applications from all people who would bring additional diversity dimensions.

Offer Description

We offer a deep immersion in protein‑DNA assemblies and their possible applications; the candidate will learn and live the translational perspective of designing biomaterials for the sustainable transformation of optical, photonic, and optoelectronic technologies. Situated on the Bavarian Forest gate, Straubing is the intellectual hub for renewable raw materials and technologies for sustainability in Germany. TUM Campus Straubing for Biotechnology and Sustainability offers scientific and academic excellence in a student‑friendly environment.

Where to apply

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Requirements

• High motivation and commitment to scientific excellence.
• University degree in natural sciences or engineering, preferably with a focus on chemistry, synthetic biology, or biochemistry.
• Practical experience in organic chemistry (synthesis and characterization), protein and DNA chemical functionalization, protein engineering (structural and sequence design), and DNA modification/purification.
• Experience in electronic spectroscopy techniques is a plus.
• Ability to convey practical and theoretical knowledge in a didactically suitable form.
• Good teamwork and communication skills, as well as professionalism and responsibility.
• Experience in planning, organisation, and coordination activities.
• Excellent command of the English language (fully fluent in writing and speech). No German knowledge is required; free lessons will be provided.

Specific Research Focus

The Chair of Biogenic Functional Materials seeks a biologist, biochemist, or chemist to bolster research activities at the interface between organic chemistry, synthetic biology, and physical chemistry. The focus is on organic chemistry (small molecules, supramolecular protein functionalization) and characterization for optics and photonics.

Additional Information

The position will remain open until the candidate is selected. Publication date: 12 Dec 2025.

Application Materials

We ask for a comprehensive application packet in a single PDF file, including: a one‑page letter of motivation, CV (with complete contact information for two references), a complete list of publications, participation in projects, and awards/recognitions. Please indicate only “PhD_ protein‑DNA” in the subject line. Send via email to