Assistant Professor / Assistant Professoress for ERC Starting Grant in Biochemistry 100%

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Position Overview

We are looking for successful candidates to significantly contribute to the advancement of the Department of Biochemistry, particularly in the areas of molecular and cellular biochemistry and biophysics. We encourage scientists with an interest in computational approaches to address biomolecular questions to explore this opportunity. Ideal applicants should hold a PhD-equivalent degree, possess postdoctoral experience, and demonstrate an outstanding scientific track record.

About the Department

The Department of Biochemistry emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, bridging structural biology, biophysics, and computational sciences with various biomedical disciplines, including molecular and cell biology, physiology, and pharmacology. We are renowned for our strong research focus in:

• Protein engineering
• Computational biochemistry
• Membrane protein biophysics
• Single-molecule spectroscopy
• Cryo-electron tomography
• Genome editing
• Molecular systems biology

Our department offers a vibrant research environment and excellent collaboration opportunities, supported by outstanding scientific infrastructure for biomolecular studies, including access to state-of-the-art cryo-electron microscopy instrumentation and computational resources.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Department of Biochemistry is committed to being an equal opportunities employer and is dedicated to increasing the representation of women scientists in leadership roles.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Required Documents

Please prepare the following documents in a single PDF file for your application:

• Motivation letter (max. 2 pages)
• CV (max. 3 pages) including information on:
  • Education and academic experience.
  • Net academic age (2-7 years of experience since completion of PhD)
  • Prizes, fellowships, and acquired third-party funds.
• Research plan, publication list, and teaching statement (max. 5 pages) including:
  • Planned research project for the starting grant, including references to relevant publications (if applicable).
  • Publication list.
  • Teaching portfolio and information about student supervision (if applicable).
• Reference letters: Please arrange for two reference letters to be submitted

The deadline for applications is June 18th, 2026.

We look forward to your application!