Postdoc Position in bioinspired protein materials
31.10.2026
01.11.2026
Full time
About us
Colloids and interfaces consist of very small or thin structures with linear dimensions between nanometers and micrometers. On the one hand, the possible structures represent a „world of hidden dimensions“. On the other hand, the dynamics and structures of these small entities determine the behavior of much larger systems such as organisms.
The Department of Sustainable and Bioinspired Materials (Director Prof. Dr. Silvia Vignolini) at the Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces (MPICI) in Potsdam Science Park, Germany announces the position of a Postdoc (m/f/d)
Your tasks and qualifications
We are looking for a highly motivated Postdoc with a background in biochemistry, material science and recombinant protein synthesis for the project “Praying mantis-inspired room-temperature 3D printing of sustainable protein materials” (https://www.susmax.org/2026/02/12/praying-mantis-inspired-room-temperature-3d-printing-of-sustainable-protein-materials/). This project is in collaboration with the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems, Stuttgart.
The candidate should have a profile showing the following qualities:
- Doctoral degree in biochemistry, biotechnology, material science, chemistry or a related field
- Experience with recombinant protein synthesis
- Experience in characterization of biological materials
- Ability for both independent and team work
- Strong interest in interdisciplinary research
- Strong written and spoken communication skills in English
- Interest in interdisciplinary research bridging biological materials, chemistry and engineering
- Interest in contributing to the development of growing, collaborative research group
What we offer
- an interesting and varied job in an international working environment
- remuneration according to TVöD-Bund up to pay group E13
- conditions and social benefits of the public sector
- flexible working hours
- compatibility of family and career (e.g. company Kindergarten)
- subsidy for the job ticket
- canteen, with an offer of meat, vegetarian and vegan dishes
- outdoor sports facilities on campus