PhD position in the project “Fruit Juices and Fruit Juice Mixtures as Modulators of the Intestinal Barrier, Inflammatory Parameters, and in Regeneration after Physical Exertion”

Leibniz University Hannover offers excellent working conditions in a vibrant scientific environment, embedded in the outstanding living conditions of a modern metropolis surrounded by greenery.

The Institute of Food and One Health is seeking to fill the following position as of August 1, 2026: Research Associate (PhD position) in the field of Instrumental Analytics (salary group 13 TV-L, 50%)

The position is limited to 3 years (with the possibility of extension) and offers the opportunity to pursue a doctorate. 

Your position at a glance 

The research focus of the Department of Molecular Food Chemistry and Food Development lies in instrumental analysis and the investigation of the bioactivity of food components. In the newly approved project “Fruit Juices and Fruit Juice Mixtures as Modulators of the Intestinal Barrier, Inflammatory Parameters, and in Regeneration after Physical Exertion,” funded by the Research Association of the German Food Industry (FEI), various metabolites in fruit juices and human samples will be analytically determined after consumption. This collaboration is being carried out in cooperation with the German Sport University Cologne and various industry partners, particularly from the fruit juice industry.

Your responsibilities include the following tasks:

• Analysis of fruit juices using chromatographic methods (HPLC-PDA, LC-qToF-MS)
• quantitative determination of secondary metabolites from human samples
• independent software-supported data analysis and documentation
• Presentation of results at national/international conferences
• Publication of research results in peer-reviewed journals
• Supervision of students (seminars, internships) as well as bachelor’s and master’s theses
• Participation in university self-governance

Who are we looking for?

The prerequisite for employment is a completed university degree in natural sciences, ideally in the field of (food) chemistry or instrumental analysis. 

In addition, you possess the following qualifications:

• Practical experience in the use of instrumental analytical methods, such as HPLC, LC-MS, GC, is desirable.
• Knowledge of food is desirable
• Very good knowledge of bioinformatics and statistical methods (e.g., GraphPad, JMP, SPSS) is required.
• very good German and English skills, both spoken and written.
• very good computer skills, confident use of common programs such as Office applications for data analysis, graphical representation and written work, and molecular modeling programs
• Good organizational and communication skills, initiative, resilience, flexibility and teamwork skills

Leibniz University Hannover is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. Our goal is to utilize the potential of everyone and create opportunities for them. We therefore welcome applications from all interested individuals, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

We strive for an even distribution of employees and a reduction of underrepresentation in accordance with the Lower Saxony Equal Opportunities Act (NGG). Therefore, we welcome applications from women for the aforementioned position. Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preference if equally qualified. 

What do we offer?

• a varied, challenging and interesting job in an international working environment
• close support and collaboration with the project management

Part-time work, mobile working, and working from home are possible by arrangement. We support the  reconciliation of family and career with emergency childcare and holiday care services, as well as parent-child offices, and offer individual advice on family and caregiving responsibilities.

Further information 

For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Tuba Esatbeyoglu (email:  esatbeyoglu@lw.uni-hannover.de ).

Please send your complete and informative application documents (cover letter with statement of motivation, CV, list of publications, certificates (high school diploma, university and work certificates), list of methodological expertise) electronically as a single PDF document  by May 29, 2026 to

Email:  esatbeyoglu@lw.uni-hannover.de   

or by mail to:
Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz University Hannover,
Institute of Food and One Health , Attn: Prof. Dr. Tuba Esatbeyoglu,
Am Kleinen Felde 30, 30167 Hannover

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