PhD position in ribosome biology (m/f/d, E13 TV-L, 65%)

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PhD position in ribosome biology
(m/f/d, E13 TV-L, 65%)

for a fixed term of four years is available in our laboratory at the Center for Plant Molecular Biology (ZMBP), University of Tübingen (Germany). The starting date is flexible within the first half of 2027.

Research

Our newly established group studies the structural basis of the changes occurring in molecular complexes during cellular transitions. Your project will apply cutting-edge proteomics, polysome profiling and imaging technologies such as cryo-EM, cryo-ET to study changes occurring in plant ribosomes during plant germination.

Your profile

We are looking for a motivated candidate with good teamwork skills who can work independently in a goal-oriented manner. The ideal candidate should have an MSc or equivalent in in Biology or Biochemistry. Prior experience in plant biology and/or ribosome biology is desired.

Environment

The ZMBP is a world-class institution in molecular plant biology, benefiting from brand-new infrastructures within the University of Tübingen science campus. The institution counts with a collaborative environment with multiple research groups working on diverse aspect of plant biology. Additionally, you will also benefit from established collaboration with know-how on data processing and access to state-of-the-art cryo-microscopes. Tübingen is an international, dynamic, and lively university town.

For more details about the ZMBP, please visit:
http://www.zmbp.uni-tuebingen.de/zmbp.html

How to apply

Interested applicants should submit a single PDF comprising a motivation letter describing your research interests and a CV to [email protected]  until October 16th. For more information, please contact Juan Carlos De la Concepcion via email [email protected] , LinkedIn or Bluesky (@delaconcepcionjc.bsky.social).

The University of Tübingen is committed to equity and diversity and actively promotes equal opportunities. The University seeks to raise the number of women in research and therefore encourages qualified female academics to apply for the position. Disabled candidates will be given preference over other equally qualified applicants. The employment will be handled by the central administration of the University of Tübingen.