Research assistant (praedoc) (m/f/d)

• Recording multidimensional datasets consisting of m/z, CCS, and high-resolution gas phase IR spectra for ten selected biomolecular standards.
• Development of a trajectory-method based algorithm for de novo CCS prediction.
• Evaluation of the potential for IM-HRMS-based structural identification of compounds.

• Completed scientific degree (equiv. to Master’s) in Chemistry or Biochemistry.
• Applicants must comply with the MSCA mobility rule: they must not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in Germany for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately before the call deadline.

Desirable:

• Knowledge in the areas of mass spectrometry, ion mobility spectrometry and action spectroscopy.
• Planning and execution of DFT calculations and their comparison with experimental data.
• Experience in working with biomolecules.
• High motivation for independent scientific work.

We look forward to receiving your application, which should include the following documents:

• A one-page letter of motivation why you want to work in the EU-Project MobiliTraIN, together with details of previous research experience and future goals
• Your CV (including a list of publications if applicable),
• Evidence of your academic achievements including copies of your Bachelor's and Master's degrees,
• At least two letters of support.

Applications should be sent by e-mail, together with all documents listed above, indicating the reference code no later than October 21 st, 2024 in PDF format (preferably as one document) to Prof. Dr. Kevin Pagel: miriam.mahn@fu-berlin.de or postal to

Freie Universität Berlin
Fachbereich Biologie, Chemie, Pharmazie
Institut für Chemie und Biochemie
Prof. Dr. Kevin Pagel
Altenstein Str. 23A
14195 Berlin (Dahlem)

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