The Faculty of Chemistry, working group Physical and Biophysical Chemistry, has the following job opening: 
Research Position
ID: Wiss25355
- starting: as soon as possible
- Teilzeit 66 %
- salary according to Remuneration level 13 TV-L
- befristet
As part of a co-operation project with the company Dr. Kurt Wolff GmbH & Co. KG, we are looking for a dedicated academic co-worker for the investigation of novel remineralisation agents in the context of dental research. This interdisciplinary research project deals with basic mechanisms of de- and remineralisation on human teeth. Main goal is the development of new biomimetic strategies for caries prophylaxis and tooth preservation.
The opportunity of attaining a doctorate is given.
Supervision of an X-ray reflectometer (5 %)
Employment is conducive to scientific qualification.
The opportunity of attaining a doctorate is given.
Your Tasks
Design, establishment and realisation of standardised in-vitro experiments to analyse remineralisation processes on tooth surfaces (90 %):
- establishment of a flow method for in situ observation of remineralisation processes by means of atomic force microscopy
- quantitative characterisation of remineralisation processes on tooth surfaces by means of confocal laser scanning microscopy (LSM), atomic force microscopy (AFM) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM)
- application of complementary techniques such as electrochemical, spectroscopic and diffractometric methods
- investigation of synergistic remineralisation effects in the presence of of hydroxyapatite and other calcium compounds
- production of hydroxyapatite in the presence of modifiers
- development and testing of innovative model toothpastes and model mouthwashes
Supervision of an X-ray reflectometer (5 %)
Employment is conducive to scientific qualification.
We offer
- salary according to Remuneration level 13 TV-L
- befristet (36 months) (§ 2 (1) sentence 1 of the WissZeitVG; in accordance with the provisions of the WissZeitVG and the Agreement on Satisfactory Conditions of Employment, the length of contract may differ in individual cases)
- Teilzeit 66 %
- internal and external training opportunities
- variety of health, consulting and prevention services
- reconcilability of family and work
- flexible working hours
- 30 days holiday
- good transport connection
- supplementary company pension
- collegial working environment
- open and pleasant working atmosphere
- exciting, varied tasks
- modern work environment with digital processes
- various offers (canteen, cafeteria, restaurants, Uni-Shop, ATM, etc.)
Your Profile
We expect
- completed relevant scientific university degree (e. g. Master's degree) in Chemistry, Physics, Bio-Chemistry, materials science or comparable discipline
- high degree of initiative, ability to work in a team and scientific curiosity
- independent, structured and goal-orientated way of working and quick comprehension
Preferred experience and skills
- basic knowledge in Atomic Force Microscopy
- knowledge in:
- X-ray powder diffraction (XRD)
- small- and wide-angle scattering of X-rays (SAXS/WAXS)
- strong communication skills and very good organisational skills
- very good English skills (written and spoken) and at least the willingness to learn German (courses are offered by the university)
Application Procedure
We are looking forward to receiving your application. To apply, please preferably use our online form via the application button below.
application deadline: 15.10.2025
Contact
Prof. Dr. Thomas Hellweg
thomas.hellweg@uni-bielefeld.de
Postal Address
Universität Bielefeld
Prof. Dr. Thomas Hellweg
Postfach 10 01 31
33501 Bielefeld
Prof. Dr. Thomas Hellweg
thomas.hellweg@uni-bielefeld.de
Postal Address
Universität Bielefeld
Prof. Dr. Thomas Hellweg
Postfach 10 01 31
33501 Bielefeld
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