Research Assistant position in the Department of Animal Genetics and Breeding

Set on a uniquely beautiful campus, the University of Hohenheim—a specialized university—brings together three faculties:
Agricultural Sciences, Natural Sciences, and Economic and Social Sciences, with approximately 9,000 students enrolled. Our green campus, where everything is within easy reach, fosters collaboration and creates a vibrant and inspiring environment for our approximately 2,000 employees to conduct research, teach, and work. We are shaping a sustainable future and developing solutions to the societal challenges of our time. Here, ambitious minds find a community where they can grow and flourish.
The Department of Animal Genetics and Breeding (460g) contributes to the elucidation of genetic variations in traits relevant to animal breeding in farm animals. The focus is on traits related to robustness, efficiency, and health. The group develops selection methods to optimize these traits through breeding and to ensure the sustainable use of genetic variation.
The group primarily applies innovative quantitative and molecular genetic methods and integrates these with the methodological approaches of related fields in interdisciplinary research projects.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Teaching: Preparing for and following up on lectures, supervising students, assisting with seminars, preparing for and following up on exercises Research: Supporting research activities within the research group in general, and specifically focusing on the analysis and breeding of farm animals, as well as the application of modern methods in molecular genetics and quantitative genetics Independent research activities in the fields of molecular and statistical genomics Maintenance, upkeep, and further development of the research group’s IT infrastructure

YOUR PROFILE A completed university degree and a Ph.D. in the natural sciences or agricultural sciences are preferred Publication record (peer-reviewed), teaching experience Strong communication skills and a passion for interdisciplinary collaboration Experience in the field of IT administration

Application deadline : 15.06.2026

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The University of Hohenheim promotes equal opportunity and diversity. We value your knowledge, skills, and strengths regardless of age, gender, background, or religion. People with severe disabilities and those of equivalent status are especially encouraged to apply and will be given preference if their qualifications are essentially equal. We look forward to receiving your application by June 15, 2026, via email. For questions or to submit your application, please contact the department head, Professor Dr. Jörn Bennewitz, at 459 23570 or via email (j.bennewitz@uni-hohenheim.de).