Doctorado en respuesta molecular al estrés de árboles y microbiomas - Universidad de Friburgo, Alemania - 3 años (extensible hasta 2030) - Salario TV-L E13 75% - Deadline 20 abril 2026
Location: Freiburg, GermanyOrganization: University of Freiburg, Chair of Forest Genetics, CRC 1537 ECOSENSE
Contract Type: PhD position (3-year initial contract with extension possibility until June 30, 2030)
Main Description:
Doctoral position investigating gene expression of trees and their leaf microbiomes in a forest ecosystem with high-resolution sensor network. Research includes RNA extraction, qPCR experiments, RNAseq analysis, and field work at canopy access towers. Part of an interdisciplinary collaborative research center (CRC 1537 ECOSENSE) studying ecosystem stress response to climate change.
Requirements:
- Master's degree in Forest Sciences, Biology, Environmental Sciences or related fields
- Experience in gene expression analysis in plants or plant genomics
- Laboratory skills (RNA/DNA extraction, qPCR)
- Field work experience and ability to work at height
- Bioinformatic analysis experience or willingness to learn
- Independent and team work abilities
- Excellent English
- Valid German driver's license
Benefits/Conditions:
- Salary according to TV-L E13 (75% part-time position)
- 3-year initial contract with extension possibility until June 30, 2030
- Modern laboratory equipment
- Integrated Research Training Group (RTG) with tailored qualification program
- Multicultural team environment
- Support for professional growth
How to Apply:
Upload application documents (letter of application, CV, credentials) to University of Freiburg application portal citing reference number 00004910 by April 20, 2026. For questions contact Prof. Dr. Katrin Heer: +49 761 203-3647, katrin.heer@forgen.uni-freiburg.de
More information and application: https://uni-freiburg.de/stellenangebot/00004910/
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