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Hannes Link

3 months ago

PhD Position in Synthetic Biology and Metabolic Engineering for Cyanophycin Production University of Tübingen in Germany

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PhD

Field of study

Microbiology

Funding

Available

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Germany

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University of Tübingen

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Keywords

Microbiology
Biomedical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Biotechnology
Biology
Synthetic Biology
Metabolic Engineering
Metabolomic

About this position

PhD position in Synthetic Biology and Metabolic Engineering at the University of Tübingen, in the Link Lab at the Interfaculty Institute of Microbiology and Infection Medicine and within the Cluster of Excellence CMFI (Controlling Microbes to Fight Infections).

The project focuses on engineering E. coli to produce the bioplastic cyanophycin from sustainable substrates. Research topics include synthetic biology, metabolic engineering, microbiology, CRISPR-based strain engineering, metabolomics, and bioprocess optimization. The work involves thermoswitches, two-stage bioprocesses, and temperature-controlled production at the 1-liter scale.

Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in biotechnology, microbiology, molecular biology, or a related field. A background in metabolic engineering, synthetic biology, or microbial physiology is expected; experience with molecular cloning, bacterial strain engineering, fermentation, Python/MATLAB, metabolomics, or mass spectrometry is a plus. Strong English communication skills and motivation for fundamental and applied biotechnology research are required.

The position is initially limited to three years. Applications are reviewed starting 2026-04-23 and accepted until the position is filled. To apply, send one PDF with a cover letter, CV, and relevant certificates by email to [email protected].

Funding details

Available

What's required

Applicants should have a Masters degree in biotechnology, microbiology, molecular biology, or a related field. A background in metabolic engineering, synthetic biology, or microbial physiology is required. Experience with molecular cloning, bacterial strain engineering, or fermentation is a plus. Data analysis skills such as Python or MATLAB, or experience with metabolomics and mass spectrometry, are advantageous. Excellent written and spoken English and strong motivation for fundamental and applied biotechnology/microbiology research are expected.

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Metabolic Engineering