The University of Bonn is an international research university offering a broad range of subjects. With a 200-year history, some 31,500 students, more than 6,000 employees and an outstanding reputation in Germany and abroad, the University of Bonn is one of the leading universities in Germany and has been awarded the status of a University of Excellence.
The professorships Crop Science, Agroecology and Organic Farming, and Production Economics invite applications for a
Postdoc position (f/m/d)
Diverse and sustainable crop production systems
to start from April 2026 and limited to 4 years in accordance with § 2 (1) WissZeitVG with a workload of 100%.
Within the context of the DFG Cluster of Excellence PhenoRob, we are offering a Postdoc position on the topic “Diverse and sustainable crop production systems”, focusing on experimentation, data analyses, and modelling of diverse and sustainable crop production systems.
The project:
The position is central in the core project on sustainable innovations in cropping systems of the Excellence Cluster PhenoRob. In this core project we aim to provide the theoretical foundations and empirical evidence necessary for attaining diversified systems that enhance productivity, environmental, and economic outcomes of agricultural systems. PhenoRob brings together excellent scientists from a wide range of backgrounds to jointly tackle this challenge and develop solutions for attaining these systems. The Postdoc plays a central role in coordinating and integrating experimental, data collection and modelling activities in this core project and thus offers great scientific opportunities.
Your profile:
We are looking for candidates who have a strong background in crop science, agroecology, field experimentation and data analysis of diversified productions systems. Documented experiences in conducting and coordinating field experiments are required. Additionally, previous experiences in research data management, handling and analyzing large data sets, and crop/bio-economic modelling are a plus. The successful candidate should have completed an excellent PhD and have a good publication track-record. A definitive plus are proven skills in the coordination of research projects, communication, and organization of teams.
We offer:
- ambitious and novel research in an excellent, interdisciplinary environment,
- all required infrastructure available,
- personal development budget and international network,
- remuneration in accordance with TV-L pay grade E 13.
The University of Bonn is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. It is certified as a family-friendly university. The University of Bonn seeks to increase female representation in staffing areas where women are underrepresented and provide special career support. It thus expressly encourages qualified women to apply. Applications will be handled in accordance with the NRW State Gender Equality Act (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz, LGG NRW). Applications from qualified candidates with a certified severe disability or from those of equal status are especially welcome.
We look forward to receiving your complete application including a 1-page cover letter, your CV, and an example of your writing (a paper, a thesis, work-in-progress) via email to email. Please mention PhenoRob2 and the reference number 2026/18 in the subject line of your email. The deadline for applications is February 22nd, 2026.
