30 PhD and Post-Doctoral Positions: The DFG-funded Collaborative Research Center CRC 1644, focused on “Phenotypic plasticity in plants – mechanisms, constraints, and evolution,” invites applications for 30 PhD student and 2 post-doctoral positions. The research encompasses various areas, including quantitative genetics, cell and developmental biology, molecular biology, physiology, plant ecology, metabolomics, and computational modeling.
Designation: PhD Students (30 positions) and Post-Doctoral Researchers (2 positions)
Research Area: Plant Phenotypic Plasticity
| Project ID | Title | Investigator(s) | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | Organ-specificity of plastic responses to light quality and temperature | Kerstin Kaufmann | Experimental, Wet-lab |
| A2 | Environmental plasticity of asexual endosperm formation in Arabidopsis | Duarte Figueiredo | Experimental, Wet-lab |
| A3 | Phenotypic plasticity of cambial secondary growth in Brassicaceae in response to temperature | Dongbo Shi | Experimental, Wet-lab |
| A4 | Comparing developmental plasticity to warm temperature between Arabidopsis and Capsella | Philip Wigge | Experimental, Wet-lab |
| A5 | Plasticity of leaf form and function in the global weed Capsella bursa-pastoris | Michael Lenhard | Experimental, Wet-lab |
| A6 | Phenotypic plasticity of thermotolerance in close relatives within the genus Capsella | Isabel Bäurle | Experimental, Wet-lab |
| A7 | Plasticity in thermal acclimation in selfing vs. outcrossing Capsella species | Ralph Tiedemann | Experimental, Wet-lab |
| A8 | A comparative cellular atlas of environmental plasticity in leaves | Kerstin Kaufmann, Uwe Ohler, Philip Wigge | Wet-lab and Computational Modeling |
| A9 | Plasticity of lipid metabolism in Arabidopsis thaliana exposed to different temperature regimes | Sandra Correa, Alisdair Fernie | Experimental, Wet-lab |
| A10 | Plasticity of epidermal cell shape complexity in Arabidopsis thaliana in response to temperature | Jacqueline Nowak, Arun Sampathkumar | Experimental, Wet-lab |
Location: University of Potsdam and Partner Institutions (MPI for Molecular Plant Physiology, Hasso Plattner Institute Potsdam, IGZ GroRbeeren, Humboldt Universitat zu Berlin, and University of Cologne)
Eligibility/Qualification: Candidates should hold a relevant degree in the respective field, demonstrate a strong background in the specified research areas, and exhibit a keen interest in contributing to the goals of CRC 1644.
Job Description:
30 PhD and Post-Doctoral Positions in Plant Phenotypic Plasticity
Successful candidates will engage in cutting-edge research within the framework of CRC 1644, focusing on understanding the molecular basis and evolution of plant phenotypic plasticity. The positions offer employment for up to 45 months, with opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration, state-of-the-art facilities, and funding for professional development.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit the following documents via email to mailcrc1644@uni-potsdam.de by the deadline of 31.01.2024:
- CV
- Letter of motivation specifying the positions (with position IDs) applied for, reasons for pursuing a PhD, and choice of projects
- Relevant certificates
- Names and addresses of two academic referees
- Completed application form (available for download: Application Form)
Last Date for Apply: 31 January 2024
Note: For detailed information on the scientific framework, individual projects, open positions, terms of employment, candidate responsibilities, and required qualifications, please visit CRC 1644 website.
