New PhD Scholarship Opportunity in Plant Breeding at IPK Leibniz-Institut, Germany

Kilimokwanza.org News Team

In a significant advancement for agricultural research, the IPK Leibniz-Institut in Germany has announced a fully-funded PhD position in plant breeding. This opportunity is part of the ambitious Legume Generation project, emphasizing omics-based strategies for breeding legumes.

The appointed PhD student will engage in cutting-edge research, analyzing complex datasets and contributing to genome-aided breeding approaches. This research aims to revolutionize legume breeding programs, enhancing crop resilience and yield.

Eligibility and Skills: Candidates with a Master’s degree in plant breeding, biology, biostatistics, bioinformatics, or related fields are encouraged to apply. Essential skills include knowledge in genetics and genomics, along with strong communication abilities. The institute seeks individuals who can thrive both independently and in collaborative settings.

What’s on Offer: The IPK Leibniz-Institut offers a dynamic research environment and a commitment to work-life balance, adhering to its “Career and Family” certification. The role, commencing on February 1, 2024, or later, includes a competitive salary and is contractually set for four years.

Diversity and Inclusion: True to its ethos of inclusivity, the IPK encourages applications from diverse backgrounds, irrespective of gender, origin, age, or disability. There’s a particular emphasis on increasing female representation in underrepresented areas and prioritizing candidates with disabilities.

Application Process: Aspirants are invited to submit their applications, comprising a motivation letter, CV, and certificates in a single PDF file, by January 6, 2024. For further details, candidates can reach out to Dr. Lars-Gernot Otto or Kerstin Schweigert. The application should reference number 58/11/23.

This PhD position at the IPK Leibniz-Institut represents not just an academic opportunity but a chance to contribute significantly to global food security and sustainable agriculture.

To apply: send an online-application (letter of motivation, CV, certificates) as one single pdf document until 06.01.2024. If you have questions or require more information, please do contact Kerstin Schweigert (jobs[at]ipk-gatersleben.de). Please indicate the reference number 58/11/23 in your correspondence.