PhD Position in Cellular Development

Research

Our newly established group studies the structural basis of the changes occurring in molecular complexes during cellular transitions. Specifically, this project will investigate the cellular changes occurring during cell development at high resolution by applying cutting-edge imaging technologies such as volumetric EM, cryo-ET and state-of-the-art image segmentation.

Your profile

We are looking for a motivated candidate with good teamwork skills who can work independently in a goal-oriented manner. The ideal candidate should have an MSc in Biology or Biochemistry with prior knowledge in electron microscopy (cryo-EM or cryo-ET). We also welcome applicants with an MSc degree or equivalent in a field connected to computational sciences (i.e. physics, mathematics, computer science, engineering, computational biology) with motivation for crossing disciplines to solve complex biological processes. Experience in Plant Biology and/or development is not required; you will be introduced to the field with us.

Environment

The ZMBP is a world-class institution in molecular plant biology, benefiting from brand-new infrastructures within the University of Tübingen science campus. The institution counts with a collaborative environment with multiple research groups working on diverse aspect of plant biology. Additionally, you will also benefit from established collaboration with know-how on cryo-ET data processing and access to state-of-the-art cryo-microscopes. Tübingen is an international, dynamic, and lively university town.

For more details about the ZMBP, please visit: http://www.zmbp.uni-tuebingen.de/zmbp.html

How to apply

Interested applicants should submit a single PDF comprising a motivation letter describing your research interests and a CV to juan.delaconcepcion@zmbp.uni-tuebingen.de until October 16th. For more information, please contact Juan Carlos De la Concepcion via email juan.delaconcepcion@zmbp.uni-tuebingen.de, LinkedIn or Bluesky (@delaconcepcionjc.bsky.social).

The University of Tübingen is committed to equity and diversity and actively promotes equal opportunities. The University seeks to raise the number of women in research and therefore encourages qualified female academics to apply for the position. Disabled candidates will be given preference over other equally qualified applicants. The employment will be handled by the central administration of the University of Tübingen.