Research Assistant Position: The Institute of Mathematics and Computer Science, in the Bioinformatics group at the University of Greifswald, invites applications for a part-time position as a Research Assistant within the newly established Collaborative Research Centre “CONCENTRATE.” This opportunity focuses on deciphering molecular and microbial processes that influence carbon fluxes in oceanic environments.
Research Assistant Position at the University of Greifswald, Germany
Designation
Research Assistant (Part-time, 65%)
Table
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Position Start Date | 01 May 2026 |
| Contract Duration | Until 30 June 2029 |
| Salary | Pay group 13 TV-L Wissenschaft |
| Research Centre | Collaborative Research Centre “CONCENTRATE” |
| Application Deadline | 15 March 2026 |
Research Area
Bioinformatics, Marine Microbiology, Ecology, Molecular Biology
Location
University of Greifswald, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification
- Required:
- Master’s degree (or equivalent) in bioinformatics, biomathematics, or a related discipline by the start of employment.
- Solid knowledge in bioinformatic genome analysis.
- Programming skills in Python and Bash (without AI).
- Experience in stand-alone software development.
- Excellent proficiency in English.
- Desired:
- Experience with deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow).
- Skills in Snakemake or Nextflow.
- Experience in analyzing large NGS datasets.
- High Performance Computing skills (e.g., SLURM).
- Knowledge of software version control (e.g., git).
- Strong motivation and high qualifications for interdisciplinary research.
- Independent working style with a team-oriented mindset.
Description
The successful candidate will work on a subproject investigating how phytoplankton-produced glycans affect microbiome composition and carbon sequestration. Duties include:
- Genome and metagenome assembly and annotation.
- Development of bioinformatic data analysis pipelines.
- Incorporating deep learning tools for sequence annotation.
- Integrating multi-OMICs datasets.
- Presenting findings and preparing scientific publications.
This position provides an avenue for academic qualification conducive to preparing for a doctorate.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit the following documents as a single PDF file:
- Letter of motivation
- Curriculum Vitae (including git-profile URL)
- Degree certificates
Applications should reference job advertisement number 26/Sa05 and be sent by email to:
PD Dr. Katharina Hoff
katharina.hoff@uni-greifswald.de
Last Date to Apply
15 March 2026
This scholarship opportunity promises to enrich the successful candidate’s academic and research career in an interdisciplinary environment focused on significant environmental challenges.
