University of Tübingen 
Tübingen, Germany Sintesi dell’opportunità
The University of Tübingen’s Center for Plant Molecular Biology (ZMBP) offers a part‑time PhD position (E13 TV‑L, 65%) in ribosome biology for a fixed four‑year term, starting in the first half of 2027. The project focuses on the structural changes in plant ribosomes during germination, using advanced proteomics, polysome profiling, cryo‑EM and cryo‑ET. Candidates should hold an MSc or equivalent in Biology or Biochemistry, with experience in plant or ribosome biology preferred. Applicants submit a motivation letter and CV by October 16th to juan.delaconcepcion@zmbp.uni-tuebingen.de. The role promotes teamwork, independence, and offers access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities in a collaborative research environment.
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Descrizione del progetto
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PhD position in ribosome biology
(m/f/d, E13 TV-L, 65%)
for a fixed term of four years is available in our laboratory at the Center for Plant Molecular Biology (ZMBP), University of Tübingen (Germany). The starting date is flexible within the first half of 2027.
Research
Our newly established group studies the structural basis of the changes occurring in molecular complexes during cellular transitions. Your project will apply cutting-edge proteomics, polysome profiling and imaging technologies such as cryo-EM, cryo-ET to study changes occurring in plant ribosomes during plant germination.
Your profile
We are looking for a motivated candidate with good teamwork skills who can work independently in a goal-oriented manner. The ideal candidate should have an MSc or equivalent in in Biology or Biochemistry. Prior experience in plant biology and/or ribosome biology is desired.
Environment
The ZMBP is a world-class institution in molecular plant biology, benefiting from brand-new infrastructures within the University of Tübingen science campus. The institution counts with a collaborative environment with multiple research groups working on diverse aspect of plant biology. Additionally, you will also benefit from established collaboration with know-how on data processing and access to state-of-the-art cryo-microscopes. Tübingen is an international, dynamic, and lively university town.
For more details about the ZMBP, please visit:
Zmbp
How to apply
Interested applicants should submit a single PDF comprising a motivation letter describing your research interests and a CV to juan.delaconcepcion@zmbp.uni-tuebingen.deuntil October 16th. For more information, please contact Juan Carlos De la Concepcion via email juan.delaconcepcion@zmbp.uni-tuebingen.de , LinkedIn or Bluesky (@delaconcepcionjc.bsky.social).
The University of Tübingen is committed to equity and diversity and actively promotes equal opportunities. The University seeks to raise the number of women in research and therefore encourages qualified female academics to apply for the position. Disabled candidates will be given preference over other equally qualified applicants. The employment will be handled by the central administration of the University of Tübingen.
