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RUĐER BOŠKOVIĆ INSTITUTE
RUĐER BOŠKOVIĆ INSTITUTE, Bijenicka 54, Zagreb, Croatia, Croatia
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The Ruđer Bošković Institute, a leading research institution in Croatia, invites applications for a PhD student position within the Division of Molecular Biology, Laboratory of Chemical Biology. This position is part of the Czech-Croatian bilateral project IPCZ-2025-04-2521, titled "Role of I…
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PhD in Microbiome-Assisted Biocontrol of Rice Grain Rot – KU Leuven
Key detailsHost institution: KU LEUVENLocation: KU LEUVEN, Leuven, BelgiumApplication deadline: October 1, 2026 FundingNot funded by a EU programme Funding level (from listing): partial or not via EU framework — confirm on the official call. How to applyApply by email to hans.rediers@kuleuven…
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PhD in Agricultural Microbiology – Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
Key detailsHost institution: Università Cattolica del Sacro CuoreLocation: Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Piacenza - Cremona, ItalyApplication deadline: July 30, 2026 FundingNot funded by a EU programme Funding level (from listing): partial or not via EU framework — confirm on the offi…
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PhD Candidate in synthetic biology and biosynthetic gene cluster expression
Key detailsHost institution: Norwegian University of Science and TechnologyLocation: Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway, The Department of Biotechnology and Food Science PhD candidate in synthetic biology and biosynthetic gene cluster expression linked to the EU…
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PhD in Biodiversity & Biological Pest Control – Wageningen University
Key detailsHost institution: Wageningen University & ResearchLocation: Wageningen University & Research, Droevendaalsesteeg, Wageningen, NetherlandsApplication deadline: July 31, 2026 FundingNot funded by a EU programme Funding level (from listing): partial or not via EU framework — c…
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Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU)
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU), De Boelelaan 1105, Amsterdam, Netherlands, Netherlands
PhD in Soil Animal Ecology — Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
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The Ecology & Evolution section at the Amsterdam Institute for Life and Environment (A-LIFE) at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam invites applications for a PhD position in soil animal ecology. The project is co-supervised by the Soil Biology Group at Wageningen University and is based in Amsterda…
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KU LEUVEN
KU LEUVEN, Leuven, Belgium, Belgium
PhD in Multiscale Modeling of Kiwifruit Texture – KU Leuven
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We are offering a 4-year PhD position at KU Leuven's Arenberg Doctoral School to develop a multiscale computational model linking molecular-level pectin breakdown to whole-fruit texture loss in kiwifruit. Project Overview Kiwifruit soften during ripening as pectin in the cell wall middle lame…
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Institutionen för sydsvensk skogsvetenskap
Institutionen för sydsvensk skogsvetenskap, Sweden, Sweden
PhD in Restoration of Mixed Broadleaved Forests — Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
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Institutionen för sydsvensk skogsvetenskap Doctoral Project: Restoration of Mixed Broadleaved Forests for Future Ecosystem Services Swedish society is debating the long-term capacity of even-aged conifer-dominated forestry to reliably produce biomass over the coming century while sustaining t…
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Università Degli Studi di Napoli Federico II
Università Degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, NAPOLI, Italy, Italy
PhD in Food Science — Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II
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This PhD program offers advanced education and diverse research opportunities in food science. Research projects may focus on, but are not limited to, the following topics: Food technology Food microbiology Food chemistry and biochemistry Food preservation and safety Sensory analysis and cons…
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Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke)
Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke), Latokartanonkaari 9, Helsinki, Finland, Finland
PhD in Scots Pine Climate Resilience — Natural Resources Institute Finland
OpenPartial — 3,014 €/month
We are seeking a PhD researcher to join the ClimatePine project, a collaboration between the Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke), Metsähallitus Forestry Ltd, and the University of Helsinki. The project aims to study the adaptability of Scots pine and enhance climate resilience through …
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University of Antwerp
University of Antwerp, Prinsstraat 13, Antwerp, Belgium, Belgium
PhD in Plant Ecophysiology – University of Antwerp
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The University of Antwerp is a dynamic, forward-thinking European university offering innovative academic education to over 20,000 students, conducting pioneering scientific research, and playing a key service-providing role in society. With more than 6,000 employees from 100 countries, we ar…
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Wageningen University & Research
Wageningen University & Research, Droevendaalsesteeg, Wageningen, Netherlands, Netherlands
PhD in Plant Genetic Reprogramming – Wageningen University
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We are seeking a motivated PhD candidate to study genetic reprogramming of plant cells, contributing to the sustainable supply of natural products. This position is part of the EU-Horizon funded COCO-AI project, an international collaboration between 3 universities, 4 SMEs, and 2 research org…
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Wageningen University and Research
Wageningen University and Research, Wageningen, Netherlands, Agriculture, Netherlands
PhD position: Manipulating plastid and mitochondrial inheritance in plants
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Wageningen University and Research invites applications for a PhD position in Plant Science, focusing on manipulating the maternal inheritance of plastids and mitochondria in plants. Research Description This PhD project offers an exciting research opportunity to investigate and manipulate th…
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Wageningen University & Research
Wageningen University & Research, Droevendaalsesteeg, Wageningen, Netherlands, Netherlands
PhD in Cytoplasmic Inheritance in Plants — Wageningen University
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We are seeking a motivated PhD candidate to join an ERC-funded project, “Control of Cytoplasmic Inheritance in Plants,” at Wageningen University & Research. This research explores the long-standing mystery of maternal inheritance of plastid and mitochondrial genomes in plants, aiming to uncov…
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University of Cologne
University of Cologne, Albertus-Magnus-Platz, Köln, Germany, Germany
PhD in Plant Ecological Genetics — University of Cologne
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The University of Cologne invites applications for 10 Doctoral Researcher / PhD positions (f/m/d) as part of the Collaborative Research Centre TRR 341 – ‘Plant Ecological Genetics’. Funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG), this interdisciplinary network unites nine partner institutions…
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University of Nova Gorica
University of Nova Gorica, Vipavska cesta 13, Nova Gorica, Slovenia, Slovenia
PhD in Sustainable Viticulture — University of Nova Gorica
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We invite applications for an Assistant Young Researcher (doctoral candidate) position at the University of Nova Gorica, a student-friendly and research-oriented institution. The successful candidate will join the Wine Research Centre and engage in dynamic research supported by state-of-the-a…
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Umea University
Umea University, Umea, Sweden, Umeå Plant Science Centre (UPSC), Sweden
PhD Position in Plant Science PhD Position in Plant Science
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Umea University invites applications for a PhD position in Plant Science, focusing on cell wall dynamics through the use of advanced microscopy techniques. Requirements Background in Biology Strong English language skills About the Position This doctoral research project will investigate plan…
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Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW)
Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW), Kloveniersburgwal 29, Amsterdam, Netherlands, Netherlands
PhD in Fungal Biogeography – Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences
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We are seeking a PhD candidate to investigate the biogeography of above- and belowground fungi associated with several Scalesia species. The project aims to develop an integrated view of the diversity and distribution of three components of the fungal microbiome: arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi …
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University of Turku
University of Turku, Tykistökatu 4, Turku, Finland, Finland
PhD in Microbial Extracellular Electron Exchange – University of Turku
OpenPartial — 2,600 €/month
We are seeking a PhD candidate to investigate extracellular electron exchange between photosynthetic and non-photosynthetic microorganisms, focusing on the underlying molecular mechanisms and regulation, with consideration of potential biotechnological applications. Position Details This posi…
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Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences
Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences, Høyvangvegen 40, Ridabu, Norway, Norway
PhD in Applied Ecology – Horse Welfare & Behaviour – Inland Norway University
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Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences (INN) invites applications for a PhD candidate position in applied ecology, focusing on horse welfare and behaviour. About the position A full-time (100%) PhD position is available at the Faculty of Applied Ecology, Agricultural Sciences and Biotec…
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ETH Zürich
ETH Zürich, Rämistrasse 101, Zurich, Switzerland, Switzerland
PhD in Plant Metabolism & Stable Isotope Biology – ETH Zürich
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ETH Zürich invites applications for a fully funded doctoral position in plant metabolism and stable isotope biology, as part of the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) project H-Shifts: "The ²H fingerprint of plant metabolites to trace carbon metabolic shifts". This interdisciplinary pro…
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Instituto Superior de Agronomia
Instituto Superior de Agronomia, Tapada da Ajuda, Lisboa, Portugal, Portugal
PhD in Ecological Restoration and Remote Sensing — Instituto Superior de Agronomia
OpenPartial — 2,026 €/month
Doctoral Research Grant (1 position) – Ecological Restoration and Remote Sensing Project Overview Applications are invited for one Research Scholarship for PhD students, within the project FLOODFIRE – Predicting socio-ecological trajectories of restored floodplain forest ecosystems and fire r…
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ETH Zurich
ETH Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland, Department of Environmental Systems Science (D-USYS), Switzerland
Doctoral position in plant metabolism and stable isotope biology (H-Shifts)
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The Plant Metabolism and Stable Isotope Biology group at ETH Zurich invites applications for a Doctoral position focused on plant metabolites and carbon metabolic shifts. This research project aims to develop novel methods for tracking metabolic processes in crop science using stable isotope …
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University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro
University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro, Quinta de Prados, Vila Real, Portugal, Portugal
PhD in Fire Ecology & Forest Management — University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro
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The University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro (UTAD) invites applications for one (1) Research Grant within the scope of the R&D project SEVEREFIRE - Assessing fire severity to support sustainable forest management in a changing climate, funded by national funds through the FCT – Foundation…
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Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW)
Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW), Kloveniersburgwal 29, Amsterdam, Netherlands, Netherlands
PhD in Barley Yield Stability under Drought – NIOO-KNAW & Wageningen University
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We are seeking two enthusiastic PhD candidates for a collaborative project between the Netherlands Institute of Ecology (NIOO-KNAW) and Wageningen University & Research (WUR). The research investigates how wild barley, the wild relative of cultivated barley, maintains stable yield under b…
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Umea University
Umea University, Umea, Sweden, Umeå Plant Science Centre (UPSC), Sweden
PhD position in Plant Science with focus on functional genomics of conifers PhD position in Plant Science with focus on functional genomics of conifers
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Umeå University invites applications for a PhD position in Plant Science, focusing on the functional genomics of conifers. About the position This PhD project involves research in plant functional genomics, with a particular emphasis on conifers. The successful candidate will work on experime…
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Wageningen University & Research
Wageningen University & Research, Droevendaalsesteeg, Wageningen, Netherlands, Netherlands
PhD in AI for Plant Breeding — Wageningen University
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We are looking for a PhD candidate to help shape the future of plant breeding by combining machine learning, multi-omic data analyses, genetics, and cutting-edge phenotyping to discover the molecular drivers of complex traits. Project background Most traits behind crop performance and environ…
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Wageningen University & Research
Wageningen University & Research, Droevendaalsesteeg, Wageningen, Netherlands, Netherlands
PhD in Tomato Resistance Genetics — Wageningen University
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Wageningen University & Research invites applications for a PhD position focused on discovering novel tomato genes for durable resistance to leaf mould disease caused by Fulvia fulva. The project aims to develop next-generation predictive breeding strategies through a large public-private…
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Agroscope
Agroscope, Posieux, Switzerland, Switzerland
PhD in Integrative Biology of Grass-Fed Cattle — Agroscope, Switzerland
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Agroscope invites applications for a PhD position within the research project "iREACT – IntegRativE biology approach to understand Adaptive physiology of bovine reared on grass to produce low Carbon meaT". This project is funded by the SNF and ANR, conducted within a strong international rese…
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Wageningen University & Research
Wageningen University & Research, Droevendaalsesteeg, Wageningen, Netherlands, Netherlands
PhD in Root Genetics for Climate-Resilient Barley – Wageningen University
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A PhD position is available within the Allrounder project at Wageningen University & Research (WUR), in collaboration with the Netherlands Institute of Ecology (NIOO-KNAW). This project investigates how wild barley, the wild relative of cultivated barley, maintains stable yields under both op…
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Technical University of Denmark
Technical University of Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark, Denmark
PhD in Biology at Technical University of Denmark (Denmark)
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PhD in Systems Environmental Microbiology focusing on bacterial metabolic engineering for sustainable material production. Candidates should have skills in genetic engineering and metabolic modeling.
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University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom, Department of Plant Sciences, United_kingdom
PhD in Plant Sciences at University of Cambridge (United Kingdom)
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The University of Cambridge is offering a PhD position in Plant Sciences, with a focus on various areas including genetics, ecology, and microbiology. Candidate Requirements Strong academic background Prior research interest
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University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom, Department of Biochemistry, United_kingdom
PhD in Department of Biochemistry at University of Cambridge (United Kingdom)
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PhD in Plant Biosystems Design (Plant Sciences) Institution: University of Cambridge This PhD position focuses on engineering biology applications for sustainable plant products. Candidate Requirements Strong background in bioengineering Research skills
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Norwegian University of Life Sciences
Norwegian University of Life Sciences, Ås, Norway, Agriculture, Norway
PhD in Economic and Social Sciences Related to Agriculture at Norwegian University of Life Sciences (Norway)
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PhD position focusing on animal welfare through gut-brain health indicators in livestock. Candidates should possess a master's in animal science or biology with a strong background in ethology.
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Radboud University
Radboud University, Nijmegen, Netherlands, Faculty of Science, Netherlands
PhD Position: The Cellular Basis of Plant Regeneration
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We are offering a PhD position in plant biology, focusing on the cellular basis of plant regeneration. This research will investigate the fundamental mechanisms that enable plants to regenerate tissues and organs. Your Profile Master's degree (MSc) in Biology or a closely related field Proven…
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Technical University of Denmark
Technical University of Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark, Denmark
PhD scholarship in Synthetic Biology for assimilation of sustainable C1 feedstocks – BRIGHT
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PhD in Systems Environmental Microbiology focusing on bacterial metabolic engineering for sustainable material production. Candidates should have skills in genetic engineering and metabolic modeling.
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University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom, Department of Plant Sciences, United_kingdom
PhD in Plant Sciences
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PhD in Plant Sciences focused on various areas including genetics, ecology, and microbiology. Candidates should have a strong academic background and prior research interest.
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University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom, Department of Biochemistry, United_kingdom
PhD in Plant Biosystems Design (Plant Sciences)
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PhD in Plant Biosystems Design focusing on engineering biology applications for sustainable plant products. Candidates should have a strong background in bioengineering and research skills.
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Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra
Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra, Trieda Andreja Hlinku 2, Nitra, Slovakia, Slovakia
PhD in Agricultural Sciences at Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra (Slovakia)
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PhD Position: Molecular Variability and Transcription Dynamics of Plant Genes Under Stress Full-time study position at the Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra. Supervisor prof. Ing. PaedDr. Jana Žiarovská, PhD. Department Faculty of Agrobiology and Food Resources, Department of Plant an…
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Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra
Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra, Trieda Andreja Hlinku 2, Nitra, Slovakia, Slovakia
PhD in Agricultural Sciences at Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra (Slovakia)
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PhD Position: Genotype-Specific Genome Responses of Flax to In Vitro-Induced Stress in Relation to Lignans Biosynthesis (Internal Form) Supervisor: prof. Ing. Katarína Ražná, PhD. Workplace: Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra, Faculty of Agrobiology and Food Resources, Institute of Pla…
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Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra
Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra, Trieda Andreja Hlinku 2, Nitra, Slovakia, Slovakia
PhD in Agricultural Sciences at Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra (Slovakia)
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PhD Position: Genetically Determined Differences in microRNA Regulation of Mucilage Biosynthesis in Flax Form: Internal, full-time Supervisor: prof. Ing. Katarína Ražná, PhD. Workplace: Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra, Faculty of Agrobiology and Food Resources, Institute of Plant an…
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ETH Zürich
ETH Zürich, Rämistrasse 101, Zurich, Switzerland, Switzerland
PhD in Environmental Sciences at ETH Zürich (Switzerland)
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Two doctoral positions are available in plant ecophysiology and ecosystem services of crop mixtures as part of the project “PhenoMix: Multidimensional field phenotyping of crop mixtures”, funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation. PhenoMix explores agroecologically beneficial legume-cer…
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Leibniz-Institute for Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research
Leibniz-Institute for Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research, Corrensstraße 3, Stadt Seeland OT Gatersleben, Germany, Germany
PhD in Agricultural Sciences at Leibniz-Institute for Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research (Germany)
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Join the “Meiosis” research group at the IPK in the framework of the collaborative BMFTR-funded project “MZF: TWIN-3”. Our team is interested in the process of plant meiosis that generates genetic variation harnessed in plant breeding. PhD Research Topic Natural Meiotic Recombination Variatio…
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ETH Zürich
ETH Zürich, Rämistrasse 101, Zurich, Switzerland, Switzerland
PhD in Environmental Sciences at ETH Zürich (Switzerland)
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PhD Position: Agro-Economic Analysis of Legume-Cereal Mixtures (PhenoMix project) This doctoral student position is part of the project “PhenoMix: Multidimensional field phenotyping of crop mixtures”, supported by the Swiss National Science Foundation. The position is hosted by the Crop Scien…
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Radboud University
Radboud University, Houtlaan 4, Nijmegen, Netherlands, Netherlands
PhD in Biology at Radboud University (Netherlands)
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Are you interested in contributing to innovative research on the genetic, molecular, cellular, and physiological foundations of plant life? This PhD position provides a supportive research environment where you can advance fundamental plant biology with implications for future crop innovation…
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South East Technological University
South East Technological University, Waterford, Ireland, Ireland
PhD position at South East Technological University (Ireland)
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Job Offer: PhD Scholarship in Biodiversity and Forest Management Institution: South East Technological University Advert Reference Number: WD_2025_10_SPONS Supervisor: MARYAM FAZLOLLAHI MOHAMMADI (SETU Waterford) Research Group: FORESTRY Department/School/Faculty: LAND SCIENCES Duration: 4 Ye…
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Universität für Bodenkultur
Universität für Bodenkultur, Peter-Jordan-Straße 70, Vienna, Austria, Austria
PhD position at Universität für Bodenkultur (Austria)
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The Department of Ecosystem Management, Climate and Biodiversity, Institute of Botany at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Vienna (BOKU) is seeking two Postgraduate Research Associates (project employment). Employment Details Extent of employment: 30 hours per week Duratio…
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Universidad Politecnica de Cartagena
Universidad Politecnica de Cartagena, Plaza Cronista Isidoro Valverde s/n, Cartagena, Spain, Spain
PhD in Agricultural Sciences at Universidad Politecnica de Cartagena (Spain)
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The Universidad Politecnica de Cartagena announces a call for applications for the employment contract of scientific-technical activities for research staff with a Ph.D. in the research area of nanoemulsified essential oils applied to active packaging for antimicrobial purposes (Code: C-016/2…
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University of the Balearic Islands
University of the Balearic Islands, Cra. de Valldemossa, km 7.5, Palma de Mallorca, Spain, Spain
PhD in Biological sciences » Botany at University of the Balearic Islands (Spain)
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Job Offer: PhD Position at University of the Balearic Islands The PhD project will investigate the natural evolution and functional diversification of the CO₂-fixing enzyme Rubisco in extremophile photosynthetic organisms. The work will explore how environmental extremes—such as temperature s…
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Agriculture institute of Slovenia
Agriculture institute of Slovenia, Hacquetova ulica 17, Ljubljana, Slovenia, Slovenia
PhD in Agricultural Sciences at Agriculture institute of Slovenia (Slovenia)
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The Agricultural Institute of Slovenia, within the Agrobiodiversity Research Group, is hiring a Junior Researcher and invites all interested candidates to apply. Research Focus The PhD candidate will conduct research in the field of viticulture and biological control using microorganisms unde…
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Université de Bourgogne Europe
Université de Bourgogne Europe, DIJON, France, France
PhD in Microbiology: Yeast Adaptation to Climate Change — Université de Bourgogne Europe, France
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Project ADAPTYCC — ADAPTation of Yeasts to Climate Change The impact of climate change (CC) is already evident in the wine industry, with advancements in harvest dates and modifications in the composition of musts and wines, among other effects. While studies have developed to analyze these i…
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RUĐER BOŠKOVIĆ INSTITUTE
RUĐER BOŠKOVIĆ INSTITUTE, Bijenicka cesta 54, Zagreb, Croatia, Croatia
PhD in Materials Chemistry – Ruđer Bošković Institute, Croatia
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Job Offer: Doctoral Student Institution: RUĐER BOŠKOVIĆ INSTITUTE Position Description Doctoral student in the Division of Materials Chemistry, Laboratory for Precipitation Processes, for work in the field of natural sciences, chemistry field - on the HRZZ project "Horizon Europe Danube4all",…
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