Postdoctoral Fellow for Cassava Source-Sink Project (m/f/d)

Job Description

Your Tasks

• Analysis of transgenic cassava plant lines in greenhouses and controlled field trials
  
• Refinement of concepts for subsequent iterations of plant development
  
• Conducting experiments to investigate plant architecture and root development
  
• Documentation and presentation of research results
  
• Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and scientists from various fields
  
• Participation in travel, training, and scientific exchange
  
• Contribution to the development of new methods and techniques in plant research

Your Profile

• Completed PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field
  
• Strong interest in plant architecture and root development
  
• Commitment to a successful career in research, development, or education
  
• Team-oriented, independent working style with a high level of initiative
  
• Enthusiasm for interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific exchange

Benefits: We Have a Lot To Offer

• Regular promotion to the next level and increase in salary pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement for the public service of the German Länder (TV-L) or remuneration pursuant to the Bavarian Public Servants Remuneration Act (BayBesG) plus an additional annual bonus
  
• 30 days annual leave at five working days per week with additional free days on December 24 and 31
  
• Occupational pension scheme and asset accumulation savings scheme

• Thorough onboarding process with a dedicated team
  
• Joint team activities
  
• Subsidized food and drinks in our student restaurants
  
• Place of work within comfortable walking distance of public transport
  
• Family-friendly environment with childcare options, also during school holidays
  
• Flexible working hours
  
• A wide range of training courses and opportunities for professional development
  
• Active health management

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