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University of Graz

University Assistant without doctorate (m/f/d) University of Graz in Austria

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Immunology

Funding

Available

Deadline

Sep 29, 2026

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Austria

University

University of Graz

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Keywords

Immunology
Molecular Biology
Microbiology
Biology
Quantitative Analysis
Medical Science
Pathogen Biology
Microbiome Research
Host-pathogen Interaction
Genetic
Drosophila Melanogaster
Bioinformatic

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University Assistant without doctorate (m/f/d) at the University of Graz, Austria, in the Department of Molecular Biosciences.

This funded doctoral-level research position is centred on writing a dissertation in microbiology within the research group of Dr. Igor Iatsenko. The project focuses on host-microbe interactions and nutritional immunity, using the Drosophila model system. The successful candidate will collaborate with established research groups and core facilities at the Institute of Molecular Biosciences, while also contributing to teaching in molecular biology and microbiology and assisting with student co-supervision and administrative tasks.

Funding and employment: This is a temporary 4-year position (30 hours per week) with an annual gross salary of at least €52,865.40 for full-time employment, with possible overpayment depending on qualification and experience.

Eligibility and requirements: Applicants should hold a completed Master’s degree in microbiology, molecular biology, infection biology, or a related field, and must be eligible as a graduate student at the University of Graz. The post seeks candidates with a strong interest in host-microbe interactions, microbial ecology, microbiome biology, infection biology, or nutritional immunity; experience in experimental design, quantitative data analysis, and statistical evaluation; practical microbiology and molecular biology skills, especially bacterial culture and molecular characterization; and strong written and spoken English communication skills. Experience with Drosophila melanogaster, microbiome composition analysis, gene expression data analysis, and knowledge of metal limitation or microbial metal acquisition are desirable.

Application: Submit a complete application through the University of Graz online applicant tool only. Required documents include a CV, letter of motivation, proof of degree completion, and any required proof of language proficiency. The application deadline is 2026-09-29.

Contact: Dr. Igor Iatsenko ([email protected]).

Funding details

Available

What's required

Completed Master’s degree in microbiology, molecular biology, infection biology or a related field; eligibility as a graduate student at the University of Graz; strong interest in host-microbe interactions, microbial ecology, microbiome biology, infection biology, or nutritional immunity; experience with experimental design, quantitative data analysis, and statistical evaluation; practical experience with microbiology and molecular biology methods, particularly bacterial culture and molecular characterization; Drosophila melanogaster experience desirable; experience analysing microbiome composition and gene expression data desirable; knowledge of nutritional immunity, metal limitation, or microbial metal acquisition desirable; strong scientific communication skills and proficiency in written and spoken English; independent, reliable, and self-responsible working style.

How to apply

Apply via the University of Graz web-based applicant tool only. Upload a complete application including CV, motivation letter, proof of degree completion, and any required language proof. Use the provided online application link before the deadline.

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