5 PhD positions in Molecular and Chemical Ecology and Evolution

The overarching research topic is the use of molecular, chemical and neurobiological techniques to experimentally explore ecological interactions under natural conditions. The main focus is on the relationship between plants, microbes and herbivores, and their environment, as well as the evolutionary and behavioral consequences of these interactions. IMPRS offers 11 exciting projects focusing on different organisms and approaches.

IMPRS is looking for enthusiastic PhD students with strong interests in the above-described central topic. Applicants should have or be about to obtain a Masters or equivalent degree in one of the following fields: entomology, neurobiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, analytical chemistry, plant physiology, genetics, ecology, evolutionary biology, bioinformatics, and mathematics and computer science. All projects are highly integrative and require willingness to closely collaborate with researchers of different backgrounds.

The complete list of projects in English: https://www.ice.mpg.de/296576/advertised-projects

Further information in English: https://www.ice.mpg.de/296548/current-call

Application: https://jobs.ice.mpg.de/en/jobposting/d8d15fb675724046e98eb0d613189ff83901956c4/apply

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