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Postdoctoral scientists (Postdoktoranden)
31.08.2026
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.
Faculty of Science, Center for Plant Molecular Biology (ZMBP)
Bewerbungsfrist : 25.09.2026
Graduate students (PhD, Doktoranden)
31.08.2026
PhD position in plant molecular biology (m/f/d, E13 TV-L, 65%)
for a fixed term of three years is available shared between our two laboratories (Bayer Lab, Smit Lab) at the Center for Plant Molecular Biology (ZMBP), University of Tübingen (Germany). The starting date is within the first quarter of 2027.
Research
Our groups study plant development with a focus on signaling in embryogenesis and stomatal development. Your project will look at the robustness of developmental programs in response to environmental change, particularly increased temperatures.
Your profile
We are looking for a motivated candidate with good communication and teamwork skills who can work independently in a goal-oriented manner. The ideal candidate should have an MSc or equivalent in Biology, Biochemistry or Bioinformatics. Prior experience in molecular plant biology and/or bioinformatics analysis is desired.
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 counts with a collaborative environment with multiple research groups working on diverse aspect of plant biology. Tübingen is an international, dynamic, and lively university town.
For more details about the ZMBP, please visit:
http://www.zmbp.uni-tuebingen.de/zmbp
This project is funded by the GreenRobust Cluster of Excellents, more information:
https://greenrobust.de/
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 martin.bayer@zmbp.uni-tuebingen.de until September 25th.
For more information, please contact Martin Bayer (martin.bayer@zmbp.uni-tuebingen.de) or Margot Smit (margot.smit@zmbp.uni-tuebingen.de) by email.
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.
Faculty of Science, Center for Plant Molecular Biology (ZMBP)
Bewerbungsfrist : 25.09.2026
PhD Student (m/f/d, E13 TV-L, 65%)
The Center for Plant Molecular Biology (ZMBP) at the University of Tübingen invites applications for a DFG-funded PhD position on “Understanding the dual role of SOBIR1 and PBL30 in steering plant immunity and development”. The position is available from January 2027 and is initially funded for three years, with the possibility of extension.
Plant immunity and development are coordinated by surface-localized pattern recognition receptors, including leucine-rich repeat receptor-like proteins (LRR-RLPs), which depend on signaling partners such as SOBIR1 and PBL30. As SOBIR1 and PBL30 also contribute to floral organ abscission, this project aims to uncover the SOBIR1- and PBL30-dependent signaling networks that orchestrate immune responses and floral organ abscission.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated graduate with an excellent Master's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, or a related discipline. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in plant immunity or development, is proficient in English, and has practical experience in plant molecular biology and protein biochemistry. The successful applicant will join a stimulating, collaborative, and supportive international research environment and become part of an interdisciplinary research network. They will have access to state-of-the-art research infrastructure and facilities, as well as opportunities for scientific and professional development through dedicated mentoring and career training. Moreover, Tübingen is a vibrant university town offering an exceptional quality of life in a beautiful historic setting.
The University of Tübingen is committed to equal opportunities and diversity and actively promotes gender equality. The University aims to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching and therefore particularly encourages qualified women scientists to apply. Severely disabled applicants will be given preference in the case of equal qualification.
Please send your application until 9th October as a single pdf file comprising a motivation letter including previous research experience, a detailed CV, certificates and the names and contact information of two references to Dr. Andrea Gust (andrea.gust@zmbp.uni-tuebingen.de).
The appointment will be made by the Central Administration (Zentrale Verwaltung).
PhD Student (m/f/d, E13 TV-L, 65%)
The Cluster of Excellence GreenRobust invites applications for a PhD position in the field of plant immune receptor evolution in the Department of Plant Biochemistry at the Center for Plant Molecular Biology (ZMBP), University of Tübingen. The position is available from January 2027 and is initially funded for three years, with the possibility of extension.
Plant immunity relies on pattern recognition receptors (PRRs) for the detection of invading pathogens, with leucine-rich repeat receptor-like proteins (LRR-RLPs) representing one of the most diverse receptor families. The overarching goal of our project, REVALUTION, is to re-evaluate ambiguous ligand–receptor interactions in an evolutionary framework. In close collaboration with the Koch/Walden group at the Centre for Organismal Studies (COS), Heidelberg, the project explores how genome evolution drives the diversification of plant immune receptors and their capacity to recognize diverse pathogen-derived molecules, using the Arabidopsis receptor RLP30 and the Nicotiana receptor RE02 as model systems (Yang et al., 2023, Nature Communications; Yang et al., 2025, Nature Biotechnology).
The successful candidate will join the research groups of Laura Medina-Puche and Andrea Gust at the ZMBP. The project combines evolutionary genomics, AI-guided structural modelling, and molecular and functional biology to discover novel Brassica immune receptors and unravel the molecular principles governing ligand recognition and downstream signalling in RLP30/RE02-like receptors.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated graduate with an excellent Master's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, or a related discipline. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in plant immunity and evolution, is proficient in English, and has practical experience in plant molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, and microscopy.
The successful applicant will benefit from:
- A stimulating, collaborative, and supportive international research environment.
- Integration into the interdisciplinary GreenRobust research network.
- Access to state-of-the-art research infrastructure and facilities.
- Opportunities for scientific and professional development through mentoring and career training.
- Tübingen as a vibrant university town offering an exceptional quality of life in a beautiful historic setting.
The University of Tübingen is committed to equal opportunities and diversity and actively promotes gender equality. The University aims to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching and therefore particularly encourages qualified women scientists to apply. Severely disabled applicants will be given preference in the case of equal qualification.
Please submit your application as a single PDF file containing:
- a cover letter,
- a summary of your previous research experience,
- a curriculum vitae,
- certificates, and
- the contact details of two academic referees.
Applications should be sent by 9th October 2026 via email to Dr. Andrea Gust (andrea.gust@zmbp.uni-tuebingen.de) or Dr. Laura Medina-Puche (laura.medina-puche@zmbp.uni-tuebingen.de).
The appointment will be made by the Central Administration (Zentrale Verwaltung).
Undergraduate students (Bachelor, Master)
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Master and or Bachelor Thesis in Plant Pathogen Interactions (RG El Kasmi)
Our research group in the Department for Plant Physiology at the Center for Plant Molecular Biology (ZMBP), University of Tübingen, is offering the possibility for a highly motivated Master and or Bachelor (of Biology, Biochemistry or Cellular Nanoscience) student to do her/his thesis project in our lab.
We are currently working on the characterization of interactors of a plant immune receptor of the NLR family. We would like to validate the preliminary results (interactions observed in yeast-2-hybrid screen) and to further cell biologically, genetically and biochemically characterize the function of the identified proteins during (NLR-mediated) immunity.
The project will include the following methods:
• Molecular analysis (cloning, bacterial transformation, etc.)
• In planta Protein-protein interaction studies (co-immunoprecipitation, BiFC and FRET interaction assays)
• Genetic studies (crosses, genotyping, etc.)
• Plant infection assays
We offer an innovative and scientifically stimulating environment, a well-equipped lab as well as an international and cooperative research team.
For applying, please send an email with a short motivation statement to Dr. Farid El Kasmi at farid.el-kasmi@zmbp.uni-tuebingen.de
For more details about the ZMBP and our research, please visit:
Research Group El Kasmi
Permanent advertisement
Master and/or Bachelor Thesis in Plant Biochemistry
Our research group in the Department for Plant Biochemistry at the Center for Plant Molecular Biology (ZMBP), University of Tübingen, is seeking highly motivated Master and Bachelor students.
Our department is working on the characterization of plant immunity receptors and their regulators, as well as downstream signaling pathways.
Projects generally include the following methods:
- Generation of plant mutants and their characterization
- Recombinant protein expression and purification
- In vitro and in vivo phosphorylation experiments
- Protein-protein interaction studies (co-immunoprecipitation, yeast two-hybrid and FRET-FLIM interaction assays)
- Molecular and physiological studies (cloning, real time-PCR, etc.)
- Plant infection assays
We offer an innovative and scientifically stimulating environment, a well-equipped lab as well as an international and cooperative research team. You should apply if you are a biology or biochemistry student who is enthusiastic about science and keen on learning new techniques.
For applying, please send an email with a short motivation statement (attachments as pdf-files only) to andrea.gust@zmbp.uni-tuebingen.de
For more details about the ZMBP, please visit:
http://www.zmbp.uni-tuebingen.de/zmbp.html
Technical staff (Technische Angestellte)
17.06.2026
Das Labor für Analytik des Zentrums für Molekularbiologie der Pflanzen (ZMBP) der Universität Tübingen sucht zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt eine/n kooperative/n, selbständige/n und motivierte/n
FH - Ingenieur (m/w/d, 50 %, E 11 TV-L)
für die Bedienung, Wartung und Reparatur seiner GC/MS und LC/MS Systeme.
Das Labor für Analytik des ZMBP führt analytische Servicearbeiten im Bereich Metabolomics für verschiedene Forschungsgruppen der Universität durch. Der/dem Stelleninhaber/in obliegt dabei die völlig selbstständige und eigenverantwortliche Vorbereitung der Proben, deren Messung und Auswertung sowie die Einordnung der erzielten Ergebnisse in den wissenschaftlichen Gesamtzusammenhang und deren Diskussion mit den Auftraggebern. Darüber hinaus wird von einer für diese Position geeigneten Person auch erwartet, dass die Geräte völlig selbstständig und eigenverantwortliche gewartet und fachgerecht repariert werden.
Für diese anspruchsvolle Tätigkeit wird zwingend vorausgesetzt:
- eine abgeschlossene Ausbildung als FH-Ingenieur, bzw. vergleichbare Kenntnisse
- mehrjährige, selbstständige Erfahrungen in der metabolischen Analytik von Pflanzen oder verwandten wissenschaftlichen Disziplinen
- sicherer Umgang mit verschiedenen IT-Systemen und Microsoft Office. Erfahrungen mit der Software der Gerätehersteller Shimadzu, Bruker und Sciex sind von Vorteil.
- aufgrund der Komplexität und des großen Gefahrenpotentials der verwendeten Methoden ist ein hohes Maß an Zuverlässigkeit und Verantwortungsbewusstsein unverzichtbar.
- zudem sind die Universität Tübingen und das ZMBP multikulturell geprägt, daher sind solide Englischkenntnisse notwendig.
Weitere Information erteilt Ihnen gerne Dr. Mark Stahl
(mark.stahl@uni-tuebingen.de, Tel. 07071-29-74240).
Schwerbehinderte werden bei gleicher Eignung bevorzugt berücksichtigt.
Die Einstellung erfolgt durch die Zentrale Verwaltung der Universität.
Bitte senden Sie Ihre Bewerbung mit den üblichen Unterlagen bis spätestens 03.07.26
in einer pdf-Datei per E-Mail an: vw@zmbp.uni-tuebingen.de
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