The University of Göttingen – Public Law Foundation is offering 11 PhD positions as part of the GRK 2984 Research Training Group on Evolutionary Genomics: Consequences of Biodiverse Reproductive Systems. This interdisciplinary program aims to explore the evolution of genomes in organisms with sexual and asexual reproduction modes across various biological kingdoms.
PhD Scholarship Opportunity at the University of Göttingen: Doctoral Researchers in Evolutionary Genomics
📝 Summary Table
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Doctoral Researchers in Evolutionary Genomics |
| Designation | PhD Student / Doctoral Researcher |
| Research Area | Evolutionary Genomics |
| Location | University of Göttingen, Germany |
| Starting Date | January 1, 2026 |
| Duration | Until December 31, 2028 (possible extension to December 31, 2029) |
| Salary | Entgeltgruppe 13 TV-L / 65% |
| Application Deadline | September 1, 2025 |
| Number of Positions | 11 (PhD projects 2–11 open) |
| Official Website | GRK 2984 Projects Page |
| Application Portal | Apply Here |
🧬 Designation
Doctoral Researcher (PhD student)
Funded research position to pursue a PhD under GRK 2984.
🔬 Research Focus
The training group investigates the genomic evolution of reproductive strategies—sexual and asexual—across animals, plants, fungi, and microorganisms. Core themes include:
- Genome erosion and functional changes associated with asexuality
- Nuclear-organelle genome interactions under reproductive variation
- Horizontal gene transfer (e.g., via viruses)
- Development of novel methods for chromosome architecture and genome analysis
📍 Location
University of Göttingen – Göttingen Campus, Germany
Featuring access to national high-performance computing and AI service centers.
🎓 Eligibility & Qualifications
Applicants must have:
- A Master’s degree or equivalent in Biology, with focus on evolutionary genomics
- Practical experience in molecular lab work, bioinformatics, and/or statistical genomics
- Solid theoretical understanding of evolutionary reproductive systems
- Excellent English proficiency (min. C1 level) in both spoken and written communication
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a research team
🧾 Job Description
Selected PhD researchers will:
- Work on one of the advertised projects (choose up to 3 preferences in the motivation letter)
- Join interdisciplinary research with access to high-end infrastructure
- Participate in seminars, workshops, teaching, and international conferences
- Be mentored in scientific publishing and networking within the RTG community
📄 How to Apply
Submit a single PDF file that includes:
- Letter of Motivation (mentioning preferred PhD project numbers, max. 3)
- CV
- List of Publications (if any)
- Transcripts of Master’s degree
- Certificates of English language proficiency
Upload your application via the university’s portal:
👉 http://obp.uni-goettingen.de/de-de/OBF/Index/75985
For inquiries, contact:
Elvira Hörandl
📧 elvira.hoerandl@biologie.uni-goettingen.de
📞 +49 551 39 28540
🕒 Last Date to Apply
September 1, 2025
🤝 Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Göttingen is an equal opportunity employer. Women and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. In cases of equal qualifications, preference will be given to applicants with disabilities.
