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PhD Position in Plant Pathology and Molecular Biology for Sustainable Peanut Cultivation in Germany Julius Kühn-Institut in Germany

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Molecular Biology

Funding

Available

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Germany

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Julius Kühn-Institut

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Molecular Biology
Microbiology
Environmental Science
Agriculture
Biology
Plant Pathology
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About this position

PhD position in the OptiNuss research project at the Julius Kühn-Institut (JKI), Institute for Biological Control, in Germany.

OptiNuss investigates sustainable peanut cultivation under German conditions. The project includes comprehensive field trials at different locations in southern Germany, comparing and optimising cultivation methods for peanut production.

At JKI, the PhD researcher will contribute to the phytopathological, microbiological and biodiversity-related components of the project. The work offers an opportunity to study plant health, molecular biology, microorganisms and biodiversity in an emerging crop system, within a collaborative research environment focused on sustainable agriculture and biological control.

Funding details

Available

What's required

Applicants should be enthusiastic PhD candidates with a background in plant pathology and molecular biology. Further requirements and application details are provided in the linked vacancy announcement.

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Review the full vacancy announcement and application details on the Julius Kühn-Institut careers website, then submit the required application through the specified procedure.

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