Georg-August-Universität Zentr. Universitätsverwaltung
Postdoctoral Researcher in Molecular Plant–Microbe Interactions
Göttingen, Niedersachsen, Germany
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An der Georg-August-Universität Göttingen Stiftung Öffentlichen Rechts – Abt. Forstliche Phytopathobiome ist ab dem 01.01.2027 eine Stelle alsPostdoctoral Researcher in Molecular Plant–Microbe Interactions- Entgeltgruppe 13 TV-L - in Teilzeit mit 50% der regelmäßigen wöchentlichen Arbeitszeit zu besetzen. Die Stelle ist befristet bis 30. Juni 2028.The Department of Forest Phytopathobiomes conducts research at the interface of plant chemical defenses, forest pathology, microbiology, pathobiome, and molecular plant–microbe interactions. We invite applications for a part-time postdoctoral researcher position to investigate the molecular and chemical mechanisms underlying plant–pathogen interactions.
Your responsibilities
- Establish and optimize a poplar hairy-root culture system and a root-knot nematode (Meloidogyne spp.) infection platform to investigate the biosynthesis and functions of tree defense metabolites in belowground tree–microbe interactions.
- Complete ongoing projects led by the chair holder on rice–pathogen interactions, including follow-up experiments, data analysis, and manuscript preparation.
- Perform plant infection assays, disease phenotyping, and molecular and chemical analyses.
- Prepare research proposals for third-party funding.
- Support student supervision and general research activities of the group.
- Contribute to teaching activities of the department.
Your profile
- A university degree at the Master’s level or equivalent, and a completed Ph.D. in plant pathology, plant biotechnology, biochemistry, or a related field.
- Strong experience in plant–pathogen interactions and molecular biotechnology, demonstrated by a relevant publication record, including at least one first-author research article published in a Q1 journal (Journal Citation Reports) in Plant Sciences or a closely related subject category.
- Experience with controlled infection experiments using different plant–pathogen systems and quantitative assessment of disease severity or pathogen abundance.
- Experience in at least one of the following areas is expected: root-knot nematodes (Meloidogyne spp.), experimental work with rice or poplar, plant defense metabolism, and plant hormone biology.
- Proven ability to independently design experiments, analyze data, and prepare manuscripts for publications.
- Excellent written and spoken English. Basic German language skills are an advantage.
- We offer
- You will join a newly established and highly international research group working at the interface of molecular plant–microbe interactions, phytobiomes, forest pathology, and chemical ecology. The position offers opportunities to develop your research profile and academic independence through leading research activities, establishing a new poplar–nematode pathosystem, publishing research findings, developing research proposals for third-party funding, and gaining experience in student supervision and teaching.
Starting date: 01 January 2027
Duration: 18 months
Application deadline: 27 October 2026
Applications should include a letter of motivation, a CV including a publication list, relevant degree certificates, and the contact details of two referees.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Die Universität Göttingen strebt in den Bereichen, in denen Frauen unterrepräsentiert sind, eine Erhöhung des Frauenanteils an und fordert daher qualifizierte Frauen nachdrücklich zur Bewerbung auf. Sie versteht sich zudem als familienfreundliche Hochschule und fördert die Vereinbarkeit von Wissenschaft/Beruf und Familie. Der beruflichen Teilhabe von schwerbehinderten Beschäftigten sieht sich die Universität in besondere Weise verpflichtet und begrüßt deshalb Bewerbungen schwerbehinderter Menschen. Bei gleicher Qualifikation erhalten Bewerbungen von Menschen mit Schwerbehinderung den Vorzug. Eine Behinderung bzw. Gleichstellung ist zur Wahrung der Interessen bereits in die Bewerbung aufzunehmen.Bitte reichen Sie Ihre aussagekräftige Bewerbung mit allen wichtigen Unterlagen bis zum 27.10.2026 ausschließlich über das Bewerbungsportal http://obp.uni-goettingen.de/de-de/OBF/Index/76708 ein. Auskunft erteilt Herr Chhana Ullah, E-Mail: [email protected], Tel. +49 551 39 23481Hinweis: Wir weisen darauf hin, dass die Einreichung der Bewerbung eine datenschutzrechtliche Einwilligung in die Verarbeitung Ihrer Bewerbungsdaten durch uns darstellt. Näheres zur Rechtsgrundlage und Datenverwendung finden Sie im Hinweisblatt zur Datenschutzgrundverordnung (DSGVO)
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