PhD Position (CherrySCOPE Project): Applications are invited for a fully funded PhD position under the CherrySCOPE project at the Institute of Plant Breeding and Genetic Resources (IPBGR), ELGO-DIMITRA, Thessaloniki, Greece.
The PhD research will focus on understanding the molecular and cellular regulation of the fruit–pedicel abscission zone in sweet cherry, integrating multi-omics and cell-based approaches in a highly collaborative international research environment.
Fully Funded PhD Position in Plant Omics & Cell Biology (CherrySCOPE Project)
Summary Table
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | PhD Researcher |
| Funding | Fully Funded |
| Project | CherrySCOPE |
| Research Area | Plant Omics & Cell Biology |
| Host Institute | Institute of Plant Breeding and Genetic Resources (IPBGR), ELGO-DIMITRA |
| Location | Thessaloniki, Greece |
| International Collaboration | Germany, Spain, Italy, UK |
| Application Deadline | 17 April 2026 |
Designation
PhD Research Scholar / Doctoral Candidate
Research Area
- Plant Omics
- Cell Biology
- Fruit Development
- Molecular & Cellular Regulation
- Crop Innovation (Sweet Cherry)
Location
Institute of Plant Breeding and Genetic Resources (IPBGR)
ELGO-DIMITRA
Thessaloniki, Greece
Eligibility / Qualification
- Master’s degree in Plant Biology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Cell Biology, or a closely related discipline
- Strong interest in plant omics, cell biology, fruit development, and crop innovation
- Motivation to work in an international and interdisciplinary research environment
- Good written and spoken English
- Prior experience in molecular, cellular, or omics-based techniques will be an advantage
Job Description
- Conduct PhD research on the fruit–pedicel abscission zone in sweet cherry
- Apply multi-omics (e.g., transcriptomics, proteomics) and cell-based methodologies
- Analyze molecular and cellular mechanisms regulating fruit abscission
- Collaborate with partner institutions in Germany, Spain, Italy, and the UK
- Present research findings at scientific meetings and publish in peer-reviewed journals
- Contribute to the overall objectives of the CherrySCOPE project
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents by email:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivation Letter
- Contact details of two referees
📧 Email: cbazakos@elgo.gr
📌 Subject Line: PhD position – CherrySCOPE
Last Date for Apply
17 April 2026
