Doctoral Researcher in Microbiology-Infection Immunology in Germany for PhD

  •  PhD
  •  03-Aug-2021
  •   Germany
  • $$  Salary

Leibniz Institute for Natural Product Research and Infection is inviting talented candidates to apply for the Doctoral Researcher in Microbiology or Infection Immunology.

The motive of the bursary is to support students who want to undertake the research programme at the institute.

The Thuringian Ministry for Science and Art established the Hans Knöll Institute for Natural Product Research (HKI) as a registered organization on 21 November 1991. Even after the changes that had followed the fall of the Wall, the tradition of researching microbiological natural products was – in accordance with Hans Knöll’s idea – maintained.

Why study at Leibniz Institute for Natural Product Research and Infection Biology? The HKI provides world-leading education and training of graduates at all levels and provides new technologies and solutions required for the advancement of Natural Product Research and Infection Biology of human-pathogenic fungi.

Application Deadline: August 3, 2021

Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena Information

Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena Grants

Doctoral Researcher in Microbiology-Infection Immunology in Germany for PhD Established in 1558, Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena (Friedrich Schiller University of Jena) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Jena (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Thuringia. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Thüringer Ministerium für Bildung, Wissenschaft und Kultur (Thuringian Ministry of Education, Science and Culture), Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena (FSU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena (FSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 461 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this German higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: Germany
  • Eligible Course or Subjects: Doctoral Researcher in Microbiology / Infection Immunology
  • Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the given criteria:
  • desirable methodological skills: standard microbiology and molecular biology techniques, flow cytometry; experience in working with laboratory mice is advantageous but not required
  • the ability to work creatively and independently towards developing your own research project
  • an integrative and cooperative personality with excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken

Offered Benefits

Leibniz Institute for Natural Product Research and Infection Biology will provide the salary to students in Germany.

Application Process

  • How to Apply: Applicants must have to complete the online application form
  • Supporting Documents: Complete applications in English should include a cover letter, a CV containing a complete list of publications, a brief statement of research experiences, the addresses of two possible referees
  • Admission Requirements: Students must have a master’s degree (or equivalent) in life sciences, ideally with a background in microbiology and immunology.
  • Language Requirement: Applicants must have excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken
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