Master’s Thesis in Bioinformatics with a Focus on Metagenomics

Reference Number 11014

Soil samples from landslides in New Zealand were analysed, and microbial enrichment cultures were established. In this project, metagenomic data from these enrichment cultures will be processed and analysed using bioinformatic tools. The aim is to generate MAGs (Metagenome Assembled Genomes) and to comprehensively characterise them, including detailed taxonomic classification and analysis of the functional potential of predicted genes.

Your responsibilities:

• Working with Next-Generation-Sequencing (NGS) Data
• Processing and analysis of metagenomic data
• Working independently with different bioinformatic tools
• Visualisation of the results
• Validation of scientific questions for the processed data set

Your qualifications:

• A running master's study in bioinformatics or a related field
• Interest in working with NGS data
• Interest in the application of bioinformatic tools in the field of metagenomics and working with complex microbial communities
• Motivation to work on complex data

What we offer:

• Ambitious and varied tasks in a dynamic and international research environment
• State-of-the-art equipment
• Flexible working hours and conditions
• Working at the Albert Einstein Science Park on the Telegrafenberg in Potsdam
• Workplace within walking distance of Potsdam main train station, or just a short ride on the shuttle bus

Start date: As soon as possible

Working hours: to be agreed

Place of work: Potsdam

Have we piqued your interest? If so, we look forward to receiving your application by 1st March 2026. Required documents: CV, letter of motivation, certificates/grades, and certificate of matriculation. Please use our online application form only.

In case of any further queries relating to the field of activity, please contact Alexander Bartholomäus either via email or phone +49 331 6264-28959.