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Technische Universität Dresden - Faculty of Biology, Chair of Microbial Diversity

TUD Dresden University of Technology, as a University of Excellence, is one of the leading and most dynamic research institutions in the country. Founded in 1828, today it is a globally oriented, regionally anchored top university as it focuses on the grand challenges of the 21st century. It develops innovative solutions for the world's most pressing issues. In research and academic programs, the university unites the natural and engineering sciences with the humanities, social sciences and medicine. This wide range of disciplines is a special feature, facilitating interdisciplinarity and transfer of science to society. As a modern employer, it offers attractive working conditions to all employees in teaching, research, technology and administration. The goal is to promote and develop their individual abilities while empowering everyone to reach their full potential. TUD embodies a university culture that is characterized by cosmopolitanism, mutual appreciation, thriving innovation and active participation. For TUD diversity is an essential feature and a quality criterion of an excellent university. Accordingly, we welcome all applicants who would like to commit themselves, their achievements and productivity to the success of the whole institution.

Research Associate / PhD Student (m/f/x)

At the Faculty of Biology, the Chair of Microbial Diversity offers a position as

Research Associate / PhD Student (m/f/x)
(subject to personal qualification employees are remunerated according to salary group E 13 TV-L)

starting at the earliest possible date. The position is limited to 36 months and entails 65 % of the full-time weekly hours. The period of employment is governed by the Fixed Term Research Contracts Act (Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz - WissZeitVG). The position offers the chance to obtain further academic qualification (usually PhD).

Working field:

This basic research project funded by the German Science Foundation (DFG) aims at elucidating the spectrum of substrates for energy conservation, and the role of methyl-coenzyme M reductase in the process of strictly anaerobic methanogenic model organisms. To this end, genetic, biochemical, and molecular methods will be employed. The group is superbly equipped for anaerobic lab work. See www.tu-dresden.de/bio/mikdiv for background on the working group and on the topic.

Requirements:

university degree (Master or Diploma or comparable) in Biology or related disciplines with a clear emphasis of Microbiology and/or Biochemistry/Molecular Biology. We seek a highly motivated scientist proficient in microbiological, biochemical and molecular techniques and above-average commitment. Experience in working with strictly anaerobic microorganisms is highly appreciated.

How to apply:

TUD strives to employ more women in academia and research. We therefore expressly encourage women to apply. The University is a certified family-friendly university and offers a Dual Career Service. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. If multiple candidates prove to be equally qualified, those with disabilities or with equivalent status pursuant to the German Social Code IX (SGB IX) will receive priority for employment.

Please submit your detailed application with the usual documents by November 11, 2024 (stamped arrival date of the university central mail service or the time stamp on the email server of TUD applies) stating the reference “Mcr24” to: TU Dresden, Fakultät Biologie, Professur für Mikrobielle Diversität, Herrn Prof. Dr. Michael Rother, Helmholtzstr. 10, 01069 Dresden, Germany or via the TUD SecureMail Portal https://securemail.tu-dresden.de by sending it as a single pdf file to michael.rother@tu-dresden.de. Please submit copies only, as your application will not be returned to you. Expenses incurred in attending interviews cannot be reimbursed.

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