Research Associate with Research focus on cheminformatics Drug design § 28 Subsection 1 HmbHG
Institution: Faculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences, Department of Informatics, Center for Bioinformatics (ZBH)
Salary level: EGR. 13 TV-L
Start date: 01.09.2025, fixed for a period of three years. (This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with Section 2 of the academic fixed-term labor contract act [Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz, WissZeitVG]).
Application deadline: 2025-06-27
Scope of work: part-time
Weekly hours: 75 % of standard work hours per week
Your responsibilities
Research associates will be expected primarily to teach and conduct research. The research associate will also have the opportunity to pursue further academic qualifications, in particular a doctoral dissertation. At least one-third of set working hours will be made available for the research associate’s own academic work.
The jobholder is expected to participate in research and teaching (2 LVS) in interdisciplinary and computer science-related courses (e.g. cheminformatics, algorithms and data structures) at the University of Hamburg. Research activities will be in the field of method development in cheminformatics and computer-aided design of new active substances. Detailed information on the research focus of the working group can be found on the Internet at https://www.zbh.uni-hamburg.de/forschung/amd.html.
Your profile
A university degree in a relevant field.
We are looking for university graduates with an interest in a doctorate in computer science with applications in the life sciences, for example graduates (Diploma/Master) in the fields of:
- bio- or cheminformatics
- chemistry with a focus on computer-based methods
- computer science in the natural sciences or computer science with a minor in the natural sciences
Experience in software development (preferably C++, Python, web programming) and at least basic knowledge of organic and physical chemistry, structural biochemistry and medicinal chemistry are expected. Due to the involvement in bioinformatics teaching as well as in research collaborations with the pharmaceutical industry, good communication skills are expected.
We offer
The AMD reseach group headed by Prof. Rarey is one of the leading international groups in the development of methods for cheminformatics and drug design. Through public-private partnerships and diverse industrial collaborations, professional IT and software engineering support, we have a development platform close to industrial standards. Through cooperative software development in an interdisciplinary team, we offer first-class conditions for qualification in the field of scientific software development.
Universität Hamburg—University of Excellence is one of the strongest research educational institutions in Germany. Our work in research, teaching, educational and knowledge exchange activities is fostering the next generation of responsible global citizens ready to tackle the global challenges facing us. Our guiding principle “Innovating and Cooperating for a Sustainable Future in a digital age” drives collaboration with academic and nonacademic partner institutions in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region and around the world. We would like to invite you to be part of our community to work with us in creating sustainable and digital change for a dynamic and pluralist society.
The University of Hamburg is committed to equity. Diversity enriches our university life, whether in our studies, research, teaching, education, or workplace. We therefore welcome all applications, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic or social background, age, religion or belief, disability, or chronic illness.
The University of Hamburg strives to increase the number of women in academia, and encourages qualified female academics to apply.Severely disabled and disabled applicants with the same status will receive preference over equally qualified non-disabled applicants.
Instructions for applying
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Melanie Geringhoff rarey-office.zbh@uni-hamburg.de |
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Use only the online application form to submit your application with the following documents:
- cover letter
- CV
- copies of degree certificate(s)
If you experience technical problems, send an email to bewerbungen@uni-hamburg.de.
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