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Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology :
Chair of Plant Biochemistry
In order to fill a fixed-term position in part-time (25,8895 hours/week = 65%) at the earliest possible date, we are looking for a
Research associate (m/f/x) - Plant Biochemistry
The research interests of the Chair of Plant Biochemistry are fundamental processes involved in chloroplast differentiation and development, as well as the operational regulation of chloroplast functions. The advertised position is focused on protein import and its impact on chloroplast biogenesis and photosynthetic performance.
“Characterization of new components of the chloroplast protein import system and identification of mechanisms for acclimation of protein import to changing environment”
Scope: part-time
Duration: fixed-term, 3 years
Start: at the earliest possible date
Apply by: 2026-06-24
Your tasks:
- Generation of Arabidopsis mutant plant lines
- Investigation of phenotypes and plastid protein import characteristics
- Functional biochemical characterization of proteins and translocon protein complexes and their assembly
- Quantitative mass spectrometry
- Elucidation of the involvement of protein import in biotic and abiotic stress responses
- Writing publications and presenting results at (inter)national research conferences
- Participation in teaching responsibilities of the Chair
Your profile:
- Completed university degree (Master of Science) in Biology or Biochemistry
- Basic practical experience in biochemical, molecular biology or cell biology techniques
- Enjoyment of working with plants
- High level of motivation, keen to learn new skills and to work cooperatively in a team
We offer:
Extensive training and professional development opportunities, A job in the heart of the lively Ruhr metropolitan region with its diverse cultural offerings, A workplace in a green environment with direct access to the botanical garden of Ruhr University Bochum
- Collaboration in a committed and supportive team
- Well-equipped laboratory and faculty for high-quality research
- Active involvement in a competitive and socially relevant field of biological research
- Challenging and varied tasks with a high level of independence
Further information:
The position is salaried and based on the collective agreement of the Länder (TV-L). If the personal and collective agreement requirements are met, the employee will receive pay grade E13 TV-L.
Further information can be found at (in German).
The place of work is Ruhr University Bochum.
If the position is funded by third-party funds the employee has no teaching obligation.
RUB sees itself as a university with an international presence. The campus languages are German and English. Competence in at least one of the two languages and the willingness to learn the other are a prerequisite. RUB provides corresponding free courses for employees.
German language courses are offered by the University Language Center (ZFA) in the field of German as a Foreign Language (DaF). https://www.daf.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/sbgk/index.html.en
The Staff Council has the right to participate in all selection interviews. At the request of a candidate (m/f/x), it will ensure its participation in the entire procedure. Please contact wpr@rub.de.
The Ruhr-Universität Bochum is one of Germany’s leading research universities, addressing the whole range of academic disciplines. A highly dynamic setting enables researchers and students to work across the traditional boundaries of academic subjects and faculties. To create knowledge networks within and beyond the university is Ruhr-Universität Bochum’s declared aim.
The Ruhr-Universität Bochum stands for diversity and equal opportunities. For this reason, we favour a working environment composed of heterogeneous teams, and seek to promote the careers of individuals who are underrepresented in our respective professional areas. The Ruhr-Universität Bochum expressly requests job applications from women. In areas in which they are underrepresented they will be given preference in the case of equivalent qualifications with male candidates. Applications from individuals with disabilities are most welcome.
Contact persons for further information:
Dr. Birgit Agne , Tel.: +49 234 32 23949
Travel costs, accommodation costs and loss of earnings or other application costs for job interviews can unfortunately not be reimbursed.
We look forward to receiving your application via our online application portal by 2026-06-24. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 5736.
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