Faculty and Academic Positions
31.08.2026
Postdoc position in plant developmental biology (m/f/d, E13 TV-L, 100%)
Faculty of Science, Center for Plant Molecular Biology (ZMBP)
Application deadline : 25.09.2026
A
postdoc position in plant developmental biology
(m/f/d, E13 TV-L, 100%, limited for 2 years)
is available in our laboratory at the Center for Plant Molecular Biology (ZMBP), University of Tübingen (Germany). The preferred start date is February 2027.
Research
Our group studies the timing mechanisms plants use to control the timing of cell identity transitions. In general, we are interested in plant development, cell identity, and pattern formation (for more background see Smit et al. 2023 Dev Cell and Sasidharan et al. 2026 bioRxiv). In this project you will use follow up on datasets exposing complex cell states when cells try but fail to mature. You will work to validate these cell states and identify key regulators, testing them using genetic approaches.
Your profile
We are looking for a curiosity-driven, highly motivated candidate with good communication and teamwork skills who can work independently in a goal-oriented manner. The candidate should have a PhD in Biology, Bioinformatics or Biochemistry, preferentially with a focus on Plant Biology, Developmental Biology or Bioinformatics. Excellent English written and oral skills are required, previous experience with Arabidopsis thaliana, confocal imaging, and single cell approaches are a plus.
Environment
The ZMBP is a world-class institution in molecular plant biology, benefiting from brand-new infrastructures within the University of Tübingen science campus. The institution has a collaborative environment with multiple research groups working on diverse aspects of plant-pathogen interactions. Additionally, you will also benefit from established collaborations and access to state-of-the-art facilities. Tübingen is an international, dynamic, and lively university town.
For more details about the ZMBP, please visit: http://www.zmbp.uni-tuebingen.de/zmbp.html
How to apply
Interested applicants should submit a single PDF comprising a motivation letter describing your research interests and a CV including contact details for two references to margot.smit@zmbp.uni-tuebingen.de , evaluation of candidates will start September 25th. For informal enquiries, please contact Margot Smit via email margot.smit@zmbp.uni-tuebingen.de or Bluesky @likeyoda1.bsky.social.
The University of Tübingen is committed to equity and diversity and actively promotes equal opportunities. The University seeks to raise the number of women in research and therefore encourages qualified female academics to apply for the position. Disabled candidates will be given preference over other equally qualified applicants. The employment will be handled by the central administration of the University of Tübingen.
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