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Christian Kost

10 months ago

PhD Research Assistant in Synergistic Coevolution in Bacterial Consortia Osnabrück University in Germany

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Molecular Biology

Funding

Available

Deadline

Expired

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Germany

University

University of Osnabrück

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Keywords

Molecular Biology
Evolutionary Biology
Microbiology
Environmental Science
Biology
Statistical Analysis
Microscopy
Mass Spectrometry
Coevolution
- Ecology
Microfluidics
Flow Cytometric

About this position

The Department of Ecology at the School of Biology/Chemistry, Osnabrück University, invites applications for a Research Assistant (m/f/d) position, with the opportunity to pursue a PhD, in the DFG-funded project “Synergistic coevolution in mono-specific and multi-species microbial consortia.” The position is available at 65% salary grade E 13 TV-L for three years, starting as soon as possible.

The successful candidate will join an international research team to investigate the evolution of metabolic cooperation in bacteria. Key responsibilities include performing long-term coevolution experiments, generating and characterizing bacterial mutants, conducting coculture experiments to assess bacterial fitness, analyzing cluster formation using fluorescence microscopy, investigating bacteria at the single-cell level with microfluidics and flow cytometry, quantifying amino acid production via mass spectrometry, and conducting statistical analyses of experimental data.

Applicants must have a university degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) in biology or a related field, with practical experience in microbiological techniques and excellent English skills. Desirable qualifications include a strong academic record, knowledge of molecular biology methods, experience with large-scale evolution experiments, familiarity with ecological and evolutionary theory, proficiency in mass spectrometry and fluorescence microscopy, statistical analysis skills, and basic programming (Python or R). The position requires motivation, curiosity, teamwork, and independent work skills.

Osnabrück University offers a supportive, family-friendly, and international environment, access to state-of-the-art research infrastructure (CellNanOs), and participation in excellent graduate education programs (ZePrOS). The university is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. The vibrant city of Osnabrück provides a high quality of life for students and researchers.

Applications (motivation letter, CV, certificates, and contact details of three referees) should be submitted as a single PDF by January 4, 2026, via email to the Dean of the School of Biology/Chemistry, referencing “SKE.” For further information, contact Prof. Dr. Christian Kost or visit the Kost Lab website.

Funding details

Available

What's required

Applicants must hold a university degree (M.Sc. or comparable) in biology or a related field and have practical experience with microbiological working techniques. An excellent command of written and spoken English is required. Desirable qualifications include an excellent university degree, solid knowledge of molecular biological methods, experience with large-scale evolution experiments, sound knowledge of ecological and evolutionary theories, practical experience with mass spectrometry and high-resolution fluorescence microscopy, strong statistical analysis skills, basic programming knowledge (e.g., Python or R), strong motivation and curiosity, ability to work in an interdisciplinary team, and a structured and independent working style.

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Research Interests

Microbiology

Ecology

Endosymbiosis

Evolutionary Biology

Metabolic Biology