Founded in 1607, Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU) is a research university rich in tradition. Inspired by curiosity about the unknown, we enable around 25,000 students and 5,800 employees to advance science for society. Join us in breaking new ground and writing success stories - your own and those of our university.
Join us starting September 1st, 2026, in part-time (65%) as
Join us starting September 1st, 2026, in part-time (65%) as
Doctoral student (m/f/d)
Molecular Plant Physiology
Phytochrome signal transduction in higher plants
Molecular Plant Physiology
Phytochrome signal transduction in higher plants
In accordance with § 2 WissZeitVG and § 72 HessHG, the position is to be filled on a fixed-term basis at the Institute of Plant Physiology at the faculty of Biology and Chemistry with the opportunity for own academic qualification. The salary is in accordance with the collective labour agreement of the State of Hessen (E 13 TV-H).
As long as the maximum permissible duration of a fixed-term contract is not exceeded, you will be employed for an initial period of 3 years. An extension for up to another 2 years is possible under the above-mentioned condition.
The research project focuses on the function of the plant red-light receptor phytochrome. Among other things, it aims to elucidate the regulation of the nuclear translocation of the activated photoreceptor phytochrome A in Arabidopsis thaliana using molecular biological, cell biological, biochemical, and biophysical/structural methods.
As long as the maximum permissible duration of a fixed-term contract is not exceeded, you will be employed for an initial period of 3 years. An extension for up to another 2 years is possible under the above-mentioned condition.
The research project focuses on the function of the plant red-light receptor phytochrome. Among other things, it aims to elucidate the regulation of the nuclear translocation of the activated photoreceptor phytochrome A in Arabidopsis thaliana using molecular biological, cell biological, biochemical, and biophysical/structural methods.
Doctoral student (m/f/d) Molecular Plant Physiology
Activities and responsibilities
- Opportunity for own academic and didactic qualification (doctoral thesis), activities in research and teaching according to § 72 HessHG
- Taking on teaching duties according to the teaching obligation ordinance of the state of Hessen, in BSc, MSc, and teacher training programs
- Supervision of BSc and MSc projects and other student projects
- Research activities, especially molecular-biological and biochemical methods for studying the plant photoreceptor phytochrome
- Collaboration with partners in single-molecule microscopy, mass spectrometry, and structural biochemistry as well as bioinformatics
- Presentation of research findings at conferences/meetings
Qualification profile
- Completed Master‘s or equivalent university degree in biology, biochemistry or molecular biology, with a focus on molecular plant physiology/genetics
- Knowledge of molecular cell biology is required; experience with protein biochemistry and imaging techniques is advantageous
- Fluent English skills (written and spoken) and the ability to work in a team are required
- Publication activity, active participation in conferences, and willingness to travel
- Interest in interdisciplinary issues
We offer
- A challenging and varied job with flexible working hours
- Free use of local public transportation (LandesTicket Hessen)
- More than 100 training seminars, workshops and e-learning opportunities per year for personal development, as well as a wide range of health and sports activities
- Remuneration according to TV-H, company pension scheme, child allowance and special payments
- Good compatibility of family and career (certificate “audit familiengerechte hochschule”)
JLU welcomes qualified applications regardless of biological and social gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, age as well as personal orientation and identity. The JLU aims for a higher proportion of women in accordance with the women's promotion plan. We therefore particularly encourage qualified female candidates to apply. JLU is certified as a family-friendly university. Applications from disabled people of equal aptitude will be given preference.
Would you like to break new ground with us?
Please apply via our online form by May 22nd, 2026, quoting reference number 199/08. Your application should include a resume, a cover letter with a brief description of your motivation for working on this project, transcripts from your bachelor’s and master’s/diploma programs, potential publications, a brief summary of your master’s/diploma thesis, and up to two references.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Would you like to break new ground with us?
Please apply via our online form by May 22nd, 2026, quoting reference number 199/08. Your application should include a resume, a cover letter with a brief description of your motivation for working on this project, transcripts from your bachelor’s and master’s/diploma programs, potential publications, a brief summary of your master’s/diploma thesis, and up to two references.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Bitte beziehe dich bei deiner Bewerbung auf jobvector
und verwende die folgende Referenznummer:
199/08
Für diesen Job einen passenden Lebenslauf erstellen und direkt bewerben
Lebenslauf erstellen
