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The State Plant Breeding Institute of the University of Hohenheim is looking for a Research Associate (Postdoc) (f/m/d) to start on 1 May 2026, fixed-term until 30 April 2029, up to EG13 TV-L, scope of employment 100%, subject to final approval of the third-party funded project. YOUR TASKS Scientific processing of the work package and support for project coordination in this interdisciplinary project, including coordination of schedules, interfaces, data flows and milestones. Further development, implementation and validation of breeding, selection and evaluation approaches, particularly indices for nutrient use efficiency and combined quality/stability indicators. Analysis and modelling of genotype-environment interactions (G×E) by integrating phenotype, weather and, where applicable, soil data (envirotyping), in order to evaluate performance, plasticity and stability. Comparison and evaluation of different cultivation methods in terms of yield and quality, and derivation of conclusions for breeding purposes. Further development of quality trait recording and evaluation (including baking quality and process parameters), with consideration given to protein-related effects (e.g. grain protein deviation and utilisation efficiency). Preparation, documentation and communication of results (reports, publications, presentations and transfer to breeding and practice), as well as support for third-party funding and collaborative activities. YOUR PROFILE Completed a doctorate (Dr rer nat/agr) in Plant Breeding, Quantitative Genetics, Biometrics/Biostatistics, Agricultural Sciences or related disciplines. Very good knowledge of statistical modelling and evaluation of complex experimental and multi-environment datasets (e.g. mixed models, G×E, stability parameters); proficient in R. Experience with ASReml (or comparable mixed model tools). Experience in scientific project work, ideally including the coordination of work packages/interfaces, as well as structured documentation and reporting. Very good written and spoken English (publications/presentations). Good German skills are advantageous. Practical experience in plant breeding field trials (planning, data collection and trial evaluation) would be an advantage. Class B driving licence advantageous. Application deadline : 28.02.2026 Please attach the following documents to your application: via our online portal Cover letter, resume, relevant references/certificates Application form

Description Our research team for Forest Genetics at the Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg investigates the genomic and epigenetic basis of adaptation and acclimation in temperate and tropical tree species. Our research is carried out in natural populations as well as in greenhouses and climate chambers, and we have experience collecting and analyzing genetic, genomic, phenotypic, and environmental data. For our team, we are seeking a postdoctoral researcher with experience analyzing genomic datasets in non-model species and the motivation to work in tree genetics for the next 4–6 years. The postdoctoral researcher will have the opportunity to establish his/her own profile in forest genetics research and teaching and will be integrated into some of our ongoing research projects (https://uni-freiburg.de/enr-forgen/). After a training phase, you will also support the working group with data management on DataPlant (https://www.nfdi4plants.org/). The position has a teaching obligation of four semester hours per week. This includes a course on bioinformatic analysis of genetic datasets for MSc students, which should be coordinated and taught independently. Contributions to a course on forest genetics lab and data analysis skills for MSc students and a lab practical course for BSc students are also expected. Your profile You hold a very good Master’s degree in biology, forest sciences, bioinformatics, or related fields, and have completed a Ph.D. in forest genetics or a closely related area. You have experience in analyzing genomic data, especially RNAseq and whole-genome sequencing datasets. You are experienced in lab work (e.g., DNA/RNA extractions) and ideally in running and analyzing qPCRs. You are proficient in bioinformatic analyses (including HPCs), comfortable in Unix environments, and experienced with R; Python knowledge and willingness to learn new analysis pipelines are a plus. Ideally, you are familiar with the challenges of working with non-model species. You can carry out scientific work independently, as demonstrated by your publications. You thrive in teamwork, collaborate effectively in diverse and international groups, and communicate openly and respectfully with colleagues. You have experience teaching and supervising BSc and MSc theses, with good to very good teaching evaluations. MSc-level lectures and group communication are in English, so excellent English skills are required; good German skills are an advantage for administrative and BSc-level teaching tasks. What we offer You will be integrated into our working group at the University of Freiburg. We are broadly interested in the adaptation and acclimation processes of trees, and in the genetic diversity and gene flow in tree populations in temperate and tropical regions. With several recently started large collaborative projects, including the Cluster of Excellence “Future Forests,” the University of Freiburg is becoming a hub for forest science with many opportunities for national and international collaborations. The position offers the possibility of scientific qualification. The postdoctoral researcher will be supported in writing his/her own research proposals. The salary follows the standard postdoctoral scale in Germany, including social security and health insurance. Your application Your application should include a letter of motivation, an academic CV (including an overview of your research and teaching activities, an overview of data analysis and software skills, and a publication record), copies of academic transcripts, and contact details for two academic references. Please upload the applicants as a single document to the application portal of the University of Freiburg (link below). The position is limited to four years and can be extended for another two years after a successful evaluation. The salary will be determined in accordance with TVL13. Application Please send your application in English including supporting documents mentioned above citing the reference number 00004860, by 10. March 2026 at the latest. Please send your application to the following address in written or electronic form: Forest Genetics Albert-Ludwigs Universität Freiburg Bertholdstraße 17 79098 Freiburg Germany For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Katrin Heer on the phone number +49 761 203-3647or E-Mail katrin.heer@forgen.uni-freiburg.de. Apply Now

Description The Excellence Cluster Future Forests at the University of Freiburg invites applications for a PhD position in functional tree genetics and genome editing. The project aims to establish CRISPR/Cas-based gene editing in poplar to causally dissect the role of epigenetic regulation in stress resilience and stress memory under climate change scenarios. By combining genome editing, epigenome profiling, and quantitative stress phenotyping, the project seeks to identify predictive molecular markers of tree resilience. The position is jointly supervised by groups in molecular plant physiology, forest genetics, and environmental signalling, offering a uniquely interdisciplinary training environment bridging molecular biology and forest science. The Excellence Cluster Future Forests at the University of Freiburg is an interdisciplinary research center dedicated to questions of adaptation and transformation of forests and their societal use in the face of global change. Future-oriented research on the complex interactions between forests and society is conducted here with outstanding international visibility, supported by the German Research Foundation. Future Forests brings together more than 50 researchers from four faculties as well as non-university partner institutions. Your Tasks Independent scientific research Establish CRISPR/Cas genome editing in poplar Generate and characterize mutants of epigenetic regulators Perform stress priming–challenge–recovery assays (drought × heat × biotic cues) Conduct molecular analyses (DNA methylation, chromatin marks, transcriptomics, hormone responses) Collaboration with interdisciplinary and international research teams Participation in a structured doctoral program, contribution to regular seminars, and progress reports Contribution to scientific publications and presentations at national and international conferences Writing of progress reports and scientific publications and presentations at national and international conferences Active involvement in and contributions to cluster activities, workshops, and outreach events Your Profile Completed university degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) in plant sciences, molecular biology, biotechnology, forest sciences or related fields Enthusiasm or proven experience in functional genetics or genome editing Experience with molecular biology techniques in poplar is highly advantageous Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team Proficient written and spoken English We Offer An exciting interdisciplinary environment within an internationally renowned researchers at a newly established Excellence Cluster Structured support and supervision for your scientific and career development A diverse, collaborative, and inclusive research community, including initial University and cluster-specific onboarding support Opportunities for further training, attendance at conferences, and professional networking Flexible working hours and support with work-life balance Salary according to TV-L 13 A 3.5 year contract for PhD research An individual financial budget for project-specific expenses as well as for career development activities The University of Freiburg is dedicated to the principles of equal opportunity and diversity and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion/belief, disability, age, or sexual orientation. Application Please upload your application (including Cover letter outlining what motivates you about the advertised position and what previous experience qualifies you for the position (up to 1,500 words, CV, relevant certificates/transcripts, and two references)) by 02 March 2026to the application portal of the University of Freiburg. For questions, please contact: Jűrgen Kleine-Vehn (juergen.kleine-vehn@biologie.uni-freiburg.de). The position is limited to 3.5 years. The salary will be determined in accordance with TV-L 13. Application Please send your application in English including supporting documents mentioned above citing the reference number 00004838, by 2. March 2026 at the latest. Please send your application to the following address in written or electronic form: Professur für Molekulare Pflanzenphysiologie Fakultät für Biologie Schänzlestr. 1 79104 Freiburg i. Br. For further information, please contact Herr Prof. Dr. Jürgen Kleine-Vehn on the phone number +49 761 203-2951 or E-Mail juergen.kleine-vehn@biologie.uni-freiburg.de. Apply Now

Description The Excellence Cluster Future Forests at the University of Freiburg invites applications for aPostdoctoralposition inparticipatory modelling of forest social-ecological systems. Forest simulation models are widely used to analyse forest dynamics, yet they often insufficiently represent human-forest interactions and are rarely used in decision-making. In the “Co-producing forest futures” project, we aim to address this gap by working with local stakeholders in an iterative process to co-develop a model and scenarios of social-ecological forest systems. Within this project, you will contribute to activities such as stakeholder engagement, the development or adaptation of a landscape model (iLand) to reflect local decision-making and scenarios, and the evaluation of model credibility from participants’ perspectives. You will work closely with the team at the Chair of Modelling of Social-Ecological Systems and collaborators within the Excellence Cluster “Future Forests”, in an interdisciplinary team including modellers, naturaland social scientists. The Excellence Cluster Future Forests at the University of Freiburg is an interdisciplinary research center dedicated to questions of adaptation and transformation of forests and their societal use in the face of global change. Future-oriented research on the complex interactions between forests and society is conducted here with outstanding international visibility, supported by the German Research Foundation. Future Forests brings together more than 50 researchers from four faculties as well as non-university partner institutions. Your Tasks Independent scientific research in the field ofsocial-ecological systems and forest modelling Facilitating workshops and translating stakeholder insights into model language Collaboration with interdisciplinary and international research teams Supervision/support of graduate and undergraduate students, involvement in project coordination or proposal writing Writing of progress reports and scientific publications and presentations at national and international conferences Active involvement in and contributions to cluster activities, workshops, and outreach events Your Profile PhD/doctoral degree in aForestry, Environmental Science, Geography, or related field Enthusiasm or proven experience ininter- and transdisciplinary research, where experience working with stakeholders is an advantage Experienceusing or developingforest simulation models, agent-based models, or other social-ecological models Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team Proficient written and spoken Englishand German Experience in scientific writing(publications) We Offer An exciting interdisciplinary environment withina newly established Excellence Cluster Structured support and supervision for your scientific and career development A diverse, collaborative, and inclusive research community, including initial University and cluster-specific onboarding support Opportunities for further training, attendance at conferences, and professional networking Flexible working hours and support with work-life balance Salary according to TV-L 13 An individual financial budget for project-specific expenses as well as for career development activities The University of Freiburg is dedicated to the principles of equal opportunity and diversity and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion/belief, disability, age, or sexual orientation. Application Please upload your application (including cover letter, CV, relevant certificates/transcripts, publication list, and contacts of two references, ideally in one pdf file) by08.03.2026to the application portal of the University of Freiburg. The position is limited to 30. June 2029. The salary will be determined in accordance with TV-L 13. Application Please send your application in English including supporting documents mentioned above citing the reference number 00004830, by 8. March 2026 at the latest. Please send your application to the following address in written or electronic form: Chair of Modelling of Social-Ecological Systems Faculty of Environment and Natural Resources University of Freiburg Tennenbacherstr. 4 79106 Freiburg For further information, please contact JProf. Dr. Ana Stritih on the phone number +49 761 203 3726 or E-Mail ana.stritih@mses.uni-freiburg.de. Apply Now