PhD Position on Fungal Effector Biology

vor 2 Wochen

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland Universität zu Köln Vollzeit 45.000 € - 65.000 € pro Jahr

We are one of the largest and oldest universities in Europe and one of the most important employers in our region.

Our broad range of subjects, the dynamic development of our main research areas and our central location in Cologne

make us attractive for students and researchers from around the world. We offer a wide range of career opportunities in

science, technology, and administration.

The Terrestrial Microbiology lab is affiliated with the institute

for Plant Sciences and the Cluster of Excellence on Plant

Sciences (CEPLAS) at the University of Cologne. We study

molecular mechanisms of plant–microbe interactions with

a focus on biotrophic fungal pathogens, in particular smut

fungi. The successful candidate will conduct a doctoral

project on the functional characterization of fungal transac-

tivating effectors (TAEs). We invite highly motivated candi-

dates with expertise in molecular plant pathology, microbial

genetics, or plant immunity to apply for this position.

YOUR TASKS

» Elucidate the biological and molecular functions of

fungal transactivating effectors (TAEs)

» Study the function of novel TAEs in other maize

leaf pathogens by using the Ustilago maydis

pathosystem

» Investigate how TAEs modulate the expression of

host genes

» Study the evolutionary adaptation of TAEs in fungal plant

pathogens

YOUR PROFILE

» MSc degree in Biology or a related field, with document-

ed expertise in molecular plant-microbe interactions

» Experience in fungal genetics, fluorescence imaging,

and transcriptome data analysis

» Excellent English skills, both written and spoken

» Strong interest in molecular plant–microbe interactions

WE OFFER

» State-of-the-art laboratories and an excellent

research infrastructure

» A diverse working environment with equal opportunities

» Support in balancing work and family life

» Extensive advanced training opportunities

» Occupational health management offers

» Flexible working time models

» Opportunity to work remotely

The University of Cologne promotes equal opportunities and

diversity. Women will be considered preferentially in accord-

ance with the Equal Opportunities Act of North Rhine-West-

phalia (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz – LGG NRW). We also

expressly welcome applications from all suitable candidates

regardless of their gender, nationality, ethnic and social

origin, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.

The position is available from 1 February 2026 on a part-

time basis (25,89 hours per week). The position is to be

filled for a fixed term of 36 months. If the applicant meets

the relevant wage requirements and personal qualifica-

tions, the salary is based on remuneration group 13 TV-L

of the pay scale for the German public sector.

Please apply online with proof of the required qualifications

without a photo under:

The reference number is Wiss

The application deadline is

For further inquiries, please contact Professor Dr Gunther

Döhlemann (g.-) and take a look at

our FAQs.

PhD position on Fungal Effector Biology (f/m/x)

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences

CEPLAS | Institute for Plant Sciences / Terrestrial Microbiology Lab

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