13 PhD Positions: Join our network and embark on an exciting journey in the field of novel enzyme research. We offer 13 PhD positions across multiple prestigious institutions in Europe, aimed at exploring groundbreaking areas of enzymatic studies.
Designation
PhD Student Positions
Research Area
- Identification and engineering of halogenases
- Functional annotation of novel enzymes
- Application of AI-based tools in enzyme design
- Bioresources from extreme environments
- Biocatalytic processes
Location
Various locations across Europe, including:
- University of Bern, Switzerland
- University of Groningen, The Netherlands
- Ruhr-University Bochum, Germany
- University of Crete, Greece
- University of Pavia, Italy
- University of Girona, Spain
- University of Stuttgart, Germany
- University of Milan, Italy
Eligibility/Qualification
- Must be within the first four years of your research career and do not possess a doctoral degree at the time of recruitment.
- Should not have resided or engaged in main activities (work/studies) in the recruitment country for more than 12 months in the last 3 years.
- Must be eligible to enroll in a doctoral programme at the hosting institution.
- Fluent in spoken and written English.
- Complete application submission by the deadline.
Job Description
Selected candidates will engage in innovative research to:
- Discover and engineer novel halogenases
- Involve in interdisciplinary projects utilizing various biotechnological approaches
- Collaborate with leading scientists in enzyme research
How to Apply
Interested candidates should follow these steps:
- Complete the application form available via the “Apply here” button under each project listing.
- Submit applications for 1 to 3 positions, specifying preferred choices in a motivation letter (max. two pages).
- Include:
- Personal information
- Curriculum vitae (including publication list)
- Motivation letter
- Scanned copy of certified academic records
- Contact information for at least one referee
- Summary of work experience
Last Date to Apply
31 December 2025
Take the first step towards a fulfilling academic career in enzyme research by applying today!
| Position Code | Title | Host Institution | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| DC1 | Identification of Cryptic Halogenases from Biosynthetic Pathways | University of Bern | Switzerland |
| DC2 | Discovery and Screening for Promiscuous Activities in Non-Heme Iron Dependent Halogenase Libraries | University of Groningen | The Netherlands |
| DC3 | Discovery of Novel Flavin-Dependent Halogenases by Functional Annotation | Ruhr-University Bochum | Germany |
| DC4 | Identification of Novel Halogenases from Metagenomic Libraries of Extreme Marine Environments | University of Crete | Greece |
| DC5 | Engineering of Stable and Promiscuous Flavin-Dependent Halogenases | Ruhr-University Bochum | Germany |
| DC6 | Structures, Mechanisms, and Substrate Selectivities of Flavin-Dependent Halogenases | University of Pavia | Italy |
| DC7 | Tuning the Radical Reaction Pathway of Non-Heme Iron-Dependent Halogenases | University of Bern | Switzerland |
| DC8 | Halogenase Engineering Towards Higher Activities and Halide Promiscuity Using AI-Based Computational Tools | University of Girona | Spain |
| DC9 | Engineering Designer Fluorinases | University of Stuttgart | Germany |
| DC10 | Applying Flavin-Dependent Halogenases as Key Ingredients of Cellular Factories | University of Groningen | The Netherlands |
| DC11 | Biocatalytic Cascades Involving Non-Heme Iron-Dependent Halogenases Towards Functionalised N-Heterocycles | University of Groningen | The Netherlands |
| DC12 | Intensified Biocatalytic Processes for the Preparation of Halogenated Tryptamine Derivatives via Flow Biocatalysis | University of Milan | Italy |
| DC13 | Non-Heme Iron Dependent Halogenases in Complex Chemoenzymatic Cascades in Flow | University of Bern | Switzerland |
