PhD (m/w/d), in Biocatalysis & Enzyme Engineering, University Stuttgart

At the University of Stuttgart, Department of Technical Biochemistry, we are offering two PhD positions in Biocatalysis & Enzyme Engineering .

Here we are seeking a PhD candidate in Biocatalysis & Enzyme Engineering: Fluorinated building blocks for sustainable synthesis - to join our interdisciplinary research team.

The position (50% TV-L E13) is fully funded for 4 years and explicitly offers the opportunity to obtain a PhD.

We offer :

• a dynamic and inspiring research environment with state-of-the-art facilities.
• 4 years of secure funding (German TV-L E13, 50%)
• Opportunities for conference presentations, high-impact publications, and collaborations
• A supportive and innovative research team with strong mentorship

Your Responsibilities:

• Design and engineer new-to-nature enzymes
• Clone genes, express and purify proteins
• Perform directed evolution experiments
• Characterize enzyme function and activity
• Use computational tools for enzyme design
• Guide and mentor Bachelor’s and Master’s students

Please submit your application, including a CV and motivation letter, in a single PDF via email to hajo.kries@ibc.uni-stuttgart.de

For any inquiries regarding the application, please contact: Prof. Dr. Hajo Kries

The University of Stuttgart maintains an interdisciplinary profile with a strong focus on natural and engineering sciences. As a leading research university, it offers a broad spectrum of academic disciplines and is internationally recognized for its commitment to innovation in science, research, and education.

The University of Stuttgart aims to increase the proportion of women in academia and therefore strongly encourages applications from female candidates.

Applicants with disabilities will be given preference if equally qualified. Employment is handled by the Central Administration.

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