The University of Rostock offers a diverse, varied and challenging position in a tradition-conscious, yet innovative, modern and family-friendly university in a lively city by the sea.
At the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Institute for Life Sciences, Chair of Microbiology subject to allocation of funds, we are filling the following position at the earliest possible date on a temporary basis for the duration of the project "Forward genetics in T. kivui" for 3 years:
Research Assistant (m/f/d) - Microbiology
Start date at the earliest possible date
Working hours part-time with 26 hours
Remuneration pay group 13 TV-L
Location Rostock
Tender number P 82/2026
Limitation for a fixed term of 3 years
Application time 2026-08-02
Please do not hesitate to contact us for further information:
HR department:
Lisa Malke
Phone number: 0381/498-1281
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Department:
PhD Benjamin Zeldes
Phone number: 0381/498-6161
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A PhD research position in the department of Microbiology on a DFG funded project studying mutations and genome stability in Thermoanaerobacter kivui. As a thermophilic anaerobe capable of growth at 66°C on the gasses H2 and CO2, T. kivui has enormous potential for industrial biotechnology.
THESE ARE YOUR TASKS:
- research in the field of microbial genetics with the aim of obtaining higher academic qualification (PhD)
- genome analysis: preparation of DNA and interpretation of sequencing results
- generated genetically modified strains of T. kivui with molecular biology and genetic techniques
- share of scientific knowledge and research skills with students in the project
- data analysis and publication of scientific results
THIS MAKES YOU A GOOD FIT:
- completed university degree (state exam, diploma, master's degree or comparable degree) in Biology or related field, with focus in Microbiology
- knowledge and practical experience in the field of microbiology - culturing and characterization of bacteria
- experience with basic genetic techniques in bacteria (plasmids, transformation, colony screening
- experience in advanced cloning techniques (ie: CRISPR) , cloning in non-model organisms, or analysing genetic sequences is desirable
- experience culturing anaerobic microorganisms is desirable
- profficient written and spoken communication in English
- at least a basic knowledge of German is desirable
- willingness to work seriously and with commitment on a project of one's own scientific qualification
- ability to work on schedule and communication skills for presenting research results
WE AS AN EMPLOYER:
Equal opportunities are important to us. We welcome applications from suitable severely disabled people or people from traditionally underrepresented groups. We aim to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching and therefore encourage suitably qualified women to apply. We welcome applications from people of other nationalities or with a migration background.
WE OFFER YOU:
FURTHER INFORMATION:
We will determine the experience level individually, taking into account your previous professional experience.
The temporal limitation of the employment relationship is based on § 2 (1) Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz.
We look forward to receiving your application (cover letter, CV, degree certificate stating your final grade) by 02.08.2026 at the latest. We can only consider applications received via our homepage. Please send us your documents via the ‘Online application’ button at the end of a job offer. Unfortunately, we cannot accept e-mail applications.
Incomplete application documents may not be considered in the further course of the selection process.
Unfortunately, we can not cover application and travel costs.
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Universität Rostock
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