AdresseFaculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences
PhD in fungal effector biology (f/m/d)
Institute of Plant Sciences | Terrestrial Microbiology Lab
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The Terrestrial Microbiology lab studies plant – microbe interactions with a focuses on biotrophic fungal pathogens. We invite selfmotivated applicants for a PhD project in fungal effector biology. The project aims to identify and functionally characterize novel virulence factors of the fungal maize pathogen Setopshaeria turcica.
YOUR TASKS
» Analyze fungal transcriptome and genome data
» Generate and functionally characterize fungal mutant strains
» Perform infection assays and disease scoring
» Identify and characterize effector targets in maize using genetics, proteomics and protein-protein interaction assays
YOUR PROFILE
» Fascination with fungal genetics and plant-microbe interactions
» A MSc in Biology or comparable, skills in microbial genetics and molecular plant pathology are mandatory
» A demonstrated expertise in genome/transcriptome analyses
» Excellent English skills, both written and spoken
» Hands-on experience in plant-microbe interactions, evolutionary genetics and computational data analysis is appreciated
WE OFFE R
» An international, dedicated team and a highly motivating, interdisciplinary research environment
» A diverse and fair working environment
» Support in reconciling work and family life
» Flexible working time models
» Extensive advanced training opportunities
» Occupational health management offers
» Local transport ticket at a discount for university-employees
» Opportunity for remote work
The University of Cologne is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. Women are especially encouraged to apply and will be considered preferentially in accordance with the Equal Opportunities Act of North Rhine-Westphalia (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz – LGG NRW). We also expressly welcome applications from people with disabilities / special needs or of equal status.
The position is available from 01.03.2023 on a part-time basis (25,89 hours per week). It is limited for three years. If the applicant meets the relevant wage requirements and personal qualifications, the salary is based on remuneration group 13 TV-L of the pay scale for the German public sector.
Please apply online with proof of the sought-after qualification without photo under: https://jobportal.uni-koeln.de . The reference number is Wiss2301-03. The application deadline is 25.01.2023.
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