CAREER
Join our team and contribute to world-leading research in plant genomics, computational biology, and genome evolution.
Postdoctoral Position in Plant Genomics / Bioinformatics
Join us at the newly established Institute for Crop Biology led by Korbinian Schneeberger at Heinrich Heine University (HHU) Düsseldorf! We're looking for a talented postdoc to develop cutting-edge computational tools for analyzing high-throughput sequencing data, mentor the next generation of scientists, and contribute to world-leading plant genomics research.
This three-year position (with extension possibilities) offers you the chance to work at the forefront of genome plasticity research, collaborate with our partner group at the Max Planck Institute for Plant Breeding Research, and access the latest genomics technologies.
Open Applications
We are thrilled that you're considering joining our scientific team. As a dynamic and forward-thinking group, we are always looking over the edge and open to new ideas and passionate scientists.
Beside an awesome project we offer opportunities to grow, learn, and thrive and we promise that every team member can reach their full potential. We value diversity and believe that a multitude of perspectives fuels creativity and excellence. As an applicant, you’re not just seeking a role; you’re becoming part of a community that values your skills, ideas, and contributions.
Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career with big ideas, we encourage you to take the opportunity and send us your CV and cover letter.
Please forward your CV to: schneeberger@mpipz.mpg.de
Funding Possibilities
There are various funding opportunities available for prospective postdocs and PhD students. Here are some agencies and programs to explore:
Prospective Postdocs
International Applicants
- TUM University Foundation Fellows
- Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions
- Humboldt Research Fellowship
- EMBO (European Molecular Biology Organization)
- FEBS (Federation of European Biochemical Societies)
- HFSP (Human Frontier Science Program)
- Leopoldina-Postdoc-Stipendien (Germany, Austria, Switzerland)
German Nationals (in Germany or abroad)
- Walter Benjamin Foundation
- Peter and Traudl Engelhorn Stiftung
- Fritz Thyssen Foundation
- Volkswagen Foundation
- Gerda Henkel Foundation
Prospective PhD Students
German Nationals
- Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes
- PhD Fellowships and Grants
- Cusanus Werk
- Villigst
International Applicants
- DAAD (Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst)
- Boehringer Ingelheim