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The research group "Biocatalysis" at the Institute of Bio - und Geosciences - Biotechnology (IBG-1) builds complex products from renewable raw materials using synthetic enzyme cascades. For this purpose, they combine - in a modular and flexible way - enzymes that do not occur together in nature. Rational enzyme engineering, reaction optimization and process design are used to obtain economically and ecologically efficient cascades. The advertised internship/thesis is conducted in the scope of the MSCA funded project "BiodeCCodiNNg", an international team collaborating across Europe. BiodeCCodiNNg is dedicated to decoding novel reaction chemistries in biocatalysis and training Europe's next visionaries for a sustainable future. **Your Job**: Within the scope of expanding the toolbox of C-C bond forming enzymes, you will tackle a specific aspect in enzymatic synthesis of two pharmaceutical precursors with high chemo - and stereoselectivity. Typical research targets include: - Identification and (optionally) engineering of suitable enzymes - Development of analytical methods (HPLC,...) - Production of enzymes - Process development and optimisation Scale-up and product isolation **Your Profile**: Required qualifications: - Master or bachelor student in a related field Interest or background in synthetic biology, biocatalysis, process development, and chemistry Further desired qualifications: - Independent and analytical work style - Structured approach **Our Offer**: We work on the very latest issues that impact our society and are offering you the chance to actively help in shaping the change We support you in your work with: - An interesting and socially relevant topic for your thesis with future-oriented themes - Ideal conditions for gaining practical experience alongside your studies - An interdisciplinary collaboration on projects in an international, committed and collegial team - Excellent technical equipment and the newest technology - Qualified support through your scientific colleagues - The chance to independently prepare and work on your tasks - Flexible working hours as well as a reasonable remuneration A large research campus with green spaces, offering the best possible means for networking with colleagues and pursuing sports alongside work