Postdoc – NMR Spectroscopy Full-time

The Position

Join our Innovation Unit and contribute to the development of tomorrow's medicinal products. We are seeking a highly motivated and innovative Postdoctoral Fellow with a strong interest in the chemical structure elucidation of peptides using NMR spectroscopy. In this exciting role, you will be part of the Drug Substance NCE Development organization and work within the Structural Elucidation group in Biberach (Riss), Germany, collaborating with experts at the forefront of pharmaceutical research and development. If you are passionate about advancing scientific innovation and making a meaningful impact on healthcare, we look forward to receiving your application. Help shape the future of medicine. This position has a hybrid setup with approximately 2-3 days per week on site.

This position is limited for 2 years. This position is part time eligible with 80 %.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• In your new role, you will be responsible for the implementation of appropriate experiments for NMR Spectroscopy for characterization of new therapeutic modalities like peptides, antibodies, oligonucleotides.
• As a focus in your new role, you will be responsible for the preparation, measurement and evaluation of peptide samples using NMR spectroscopy.
• You will structure confirmation of peptide sequences, investigation of stability pharmaceutical formulations.
• Furthermore, you will close collaboration with coworkers in the NMR spectroscopy lab and with the Mass spectrometry specialists in our group, as well as project members in the Development Departments.
• Finally, you will foster innovative and agile thinking in structural analysis questions, scientific lead/support of colleagues.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Natural Sciences, preferably with a strong specialization in peptide characterization with NMR spectroscopy
• Demonstrated hands-on experience in working with peptides/proteins and performing NMR spectra acquisition and structure elucidation
• In-depth expertise in peptide sequencing by NMR spectroscopy is essential
• Knowledge in NMR spectroscopy of oligonucleotides is a plus
• General knowledge in analytical chemistry with focus in Mass spectrometry is an advantage
• Strong team-oriented mindset combined with an independent working style and excellent communication skills
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken

As part of our commitment to transparency and fairness, salary information will be shared during the recruitment process. We also offer a comprehensive benefits and wellbeing package.

Applications from persons with severe disabilities are warmly welcomed. In cases of equal qualifications, such applicants will be given preferential consideration in the selection process.

Ready to Contact Us?

If you have any questions about the job posting or process – please contact our HR Direct Team, Tel: +49 (0) 6132 77-3330 or via mail: hr.de@boehringer-ingelheim.com

Recruitment process:

Step 1: Online application – The job posting is presumably online until August 19, 2026. We reserve the right to take the posting offline beforehand. Applications up to August 5, 2026 are guaranteed to be considered. Step 2: Virtual meeting in the period from mid till end of August 2026 Step 3: On-site interviews beginning of September 2026

Please include the following documents when applying for this position: Cover Letter & CV