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Postdoctoral Researcher in Microbiology/Biochemistry on Bacteroidota Cell Wall Metabolism University of Tübingen in Germany
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Biochemistry
Funding
Postdoctoral position funded by the Cluster of Excellence "Controlling Microbes to Fight Infections" (CMFI). The role is E 13 TV-L, 100% and initially limited to one year. The post also offers access to state-of-the-art facilities and support for applying to independent postdoctoral fellowships.
Deadline
Aug 31, 2026
Country
Germany
University
University of Tübingen
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Postdoctoral Researcher (f/m/d) in Microbiology/Biochemistry at the University of Tübingen, within the Research Group of Prof. Dr. Christoph Mayer at the Interfaculty Institute of Microbiology and Infection Medicine (IMIT) and the Cluster of Excellence Controlling Microbes to Fight Infections (CMFI).
The project focuses on cell wall metabolism in Bacteroidota bacteria from the human oral and gut microbiome. The successful candidate will genetically manipulate Bacteroidota bacteria, biochemically characterize recombinant enzymes, and investigate metabolites using mass spectrometry.
Required background: a PhD in microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field. Helpful experience includes general microbiology, molecular biology, bacterial genetics, anaerobic cultivation, Bacteroidota genetics, and/or mass spectrometry. Strong scientific creativity and excellent English communication skills are expected.
The position is E 13 TV-L, 100%, initially limited to one year, and is funded by CMFI. The group offers a stimulating international environment, technical support, close mentorship, teaching and leadership opportunities, and access to state-of-the-art facilities. Support is also provided for applications to independent postdoctoral fellowships such as Humboldt, EMBO, and Marie Skłodowska-Curie.
How to apply: email a single PDF application to [email protected] with a cover letter, CV (including three academic referees and publications list), and relevant certificates. Review begins 2026-08-31 and continues until the position is filled.
Funding details
Postdoctoral position funded by the Cluster of Excellence "Controlling Microbes to Fight Infections" (CMFI). The role is E 13 TV-L, 100% and initially limited to one year. The post also offers access to state-of-the-art facilities and support for applying to independent postdoctoral fellowships.
What's required
A PhD in microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related subject is required. Applicants should have expertise in general microbiology, molecular biology, and bacterial genetics; knowledge of anaerobic cultivation, Bacteroidota genetics, and/or mass spectrometry is beneficial. Candidates should demonstrate scientific creativity, enthusiasm for fundamental biological questions, and excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
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Professors
Prof. Dr.
Germany
Research Interests
Microbiology
Biochemistry
Bacterial Physiology
Pathogen Biology
Metabolic Biology
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