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PhD Position in Microbiology – Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology, Marburg (Germany)

PhD Position in Microbiology – Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology, Marburg (Germany)

Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology, Germany

Back Email Updated: 39 minutes ago Location: Marburg, HESSEN Job Type: FullTime Deadline: 30 Sep 2025
2 Sep 2025
Job Information
Organisation/Company
Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology
Department
Systems and Synthetic Microbiology
Research Field
Biological sciences » Biology
Researcher Profile
First Stage Researcher (R1)
Positions
PhD Positions
Country
Germany
Application Deadline
30 Sep 2025 - 00:00 (Africa/Abidjan)
Type of Contract
Temporary
Job Status
Full-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No

Offer Description

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to join our research group at the Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology in Marburg. The project, funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG), aims to uncover the molecular mechanisms of quorum sensing in Klebsiella pneumoniae and its role in host–microbe interactions.

The successful candidate will work in a stimulating, international, and collegial research environment and benefit from close collaborations with Philipps University Marburg and the Institute for Lung Research.


Where to apply
E-mail
[email protected]

Requirements
Research FieldBiological sciences » BiologyEducation LevelMaster Degree or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
  • Master’s degree (or near completion) in Microbiology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field
  • Strong motivation to pursue independent research in microbiology and host–pathogen interactions
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in an international team

Additional Information
Benefits
  • Fully funded PhD position (TVöD E13, 65%)
  • Duration: 3 years (with possibility of extension)
  • Flexible start date (upon agreement)
  • Training in molecular microbiology, microbial pathogenesis, host defense, and bacterial signaling
  • Access to excellent research facilities and structured training programs
  • Supportive scientific community to foster career development

Eligibility criteria

The position is open to candidates of all nationalities.


Selection process

Applications should be submitted as a single PDF file to: [email protected]

The file should include:

  • A short cover letter describing your motivation and research interests
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Degree certificates and transcripts
  • Contact details of two academic referees

Work Location(s)
Number of offers available1Company/InstituteMax Planck Institute for Terrestrial MicrobiologyCountryGermanyGeofield

Contact
City
Marburg
Website
https://www.mpi-marburg.mpg.de/1492924/LeanidLaganenka
Street
Karl-von-Frisch-Straße 14
Postal Code
35043

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