PhD (m/f/x)

Ufz - via Umantis - Leipzig - 03-06-2019 zur Vakanz  

Subject: Transformation and persistence of effluent organic matter during wastewater ozonation.

working time 65% (25,35 hours per week), limited to 3 years

Your tasks:

  • Ozonation of organic molecules from wastewater samples and analysis with ultra-high resolution mass spectrometry (FT-ICR MS).
  • Conducting column-based biodegradation experiments.
  • Application of stable isotope labelling methods.
  • Development of an automated detection method to identify labelled molecules in FT-ICR MS data.
  • Independent evaluation of large MS data sets.
  • Writing of publications for international scientific journals.
  • Close collaboration with project partners from TU Munich.
  • Participation in the HIGRADE graduate school, workshops and (inter-)national conferences.

Your profile:

  • Master’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Sciences or related natural sciences.
  • Strong background in analytical chemistry, chemometrics/statistics and programming (R, Python, Matlab).
  • Skills in organic (ultra-) high resolution mass spectrometry are highly desirable.
  • Very good written and oral communication skills in English.
  • Ability to work independently and motivated to work in an interdisciplinary team.
  • Commitment to solution-oriented interdisciplinary research, learning, networking, and career development are mandatory for our new team members.

We offer:

  • Top level interdisciplinary research at a research centre which enjoys an excellent reputation within Germany as well as internationally
  • Excellent technical facilities
  • Work in inter-disciplinary and multinational teams
  • Excellent links to national and international research networks
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