Postdoctoral Researcher – Computational Biology: The Institute for Plant Sciences and the Cluster of Excellence on Plant Sciences (CEPLAS) at the University of Cologne is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in Computational Biology for the “Metabolic Reconstruction and Flux Modeling” group. The group focuses on developing computational tools to study metabolic networks and their interactions in plants. The Postdoctoral Researcher will be responsible for developing computational methods, conducting research on plant metabolic systems, collaborating with colleagues and partners, presenting research results at conferences and in scientific articles, and engaging in independent research proposals. The position is available from January 1, 2024, until December 31, 2025, on a full-time basis.
Summary Table:
- Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher (f/m/x)
- Research Area: Computational Biology, Metabolic Networks, Plant Sciences
- Location: Institute for Plant Sciences/CEPLAS, University of Cologne, Germany
- Duration: January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2025
- Working Hours: Full-time (39.83 hours per week)
- Remuneration: Based on remuneration group 13 TV-L
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD in Physics, Mathematics, Computational Biology, or a related discipline
- Experience in modelling metabolic networks or other physiological and physical processes
- Excellent programming skills
- Knowledge in plant physiology
- High degree of self-initiative and individual responsibility
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
Job Description: The Postdoctoral Researcher will join the “Metabolic Reconstruction and Flux Modeling” group at the Institute for Plant Sciences and CEPLAS. The primary tasks include developing computational methods (mainly mechanistic models) and conducting research on plant metabolic systems. The researcher will collaborate closely with colleagues and partners, present research results at conferences and in scientific articles, and engage in writing independent research proposals. Additionally, the position involves supervision, training, and teaching of students.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should apply online without a photo at https://jobportal.uni-koeln.de with proof of the required qualifications. The reference number for the position is Wiss2307-20. The application deadline is August 31, 2023. For further inquiries, please contact Prof. Dr. Nadine Tépfer at “toepfer@uni-koeln.de.”
The University of Cologne is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. Women are especially encouraged to apply and will be considered preferentially in accordance with the Gender Equality Act of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia (LGG NRW). People with disabilities/special needs of equal status are also expressly welcome to apply. The university offers support in work-life balance, extensive advanced training opportunities, flexible working time models, and occupational health management programs.
Last Date to Apply–31 August 2023
