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Position CRC1644/B11 – PhD student Sauer group

The successful candidate will work 26 hours per week (65%), employed at the University of Potsdam. The position is classified within remuneration group 13 of the collective wage agreement among the German states (TV-L). The earliest possible starting date is 1 April 2024 and the position is limited until 31 December 2027. The fixed term of employment is in accordance with Section 2 subsection 1 of the German Act on Limited Scientific Contracts (Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz or WissZeitVG).

Your field of work:

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic candidates to join our research team as PhD student in the interdisciplinary field of plant molecular biology, plasticity, and computational image analysis. Ideal candidates should possess a strong background in biological sciences, particularly in plant molecular biology, with a keen interest in exploring the mechanisms of plant plasticity. Applicants with a demonstrated aptitude for interdisciplinary research, critical thinking, and a passion for advancing scientific knowledge in this field are encouraged to apply. Please see the project summary on the B1 project page.

Your responsibilities:

  • employ both wet lab techniques and computational approaches
  • determine the molecular basis of plasticity of root hair traits to environmental resources
  • test the differences in root hair plasticity under certain environmental conditions

Results from your work on this project should form the basis for your doctorate/PhD.

Your qualifications:

Please see here for mandatory requirements for this position: https://www.uni-potsdam.de/en/ppp/job-portal/jobs

Prior specialization in plant sciences is helpful, but not required. Practical knowledge in any of the following areas is desirable:

  • cell biology
  • molecular biology
  • plant phenotyping

What we offer:

Please see here for working conditions at the University of Potsdam: Employment at UP

How to apply:

Please follow the instructions here: https://www.uni-potsdam.de/en/ppp/job-portal/jobs

The deadline for applications is 31 January 2024.