PhD Position in Microalgal Systems Biology, University of Oldenburg, Germany

Summary

The University of Oldenburg seeks a Doctoral Researcher in Microalgal Systems Biology within the Institute for Chemistry and Biology of the Marine Environment (ICBM). The three‑year position, starting 1 April 2027, is funded at Paygrade E13 TV‑L with secure remuneration according to collective agreement. The role is part of the Lower Saxony collaborative project MAlSyB, investigating the marine dinoflagellate Prorocentrum cordatum through physiology, cell biology, proteomics and systems‑biology approaches. Candidates must hold a Master or Diploma in a relevant field, possess research experience, and be fluent in English. Application requires a cover letter, CV and final degree records submitted as a single PDF by 15 November 2026.

Key Facts

Employer	University of Oldenburg
Department	Institute for Chemistry and Biology of the Marine Environment (ICBM)
Position Type	PhD
Discipline	Microalgal Systems Biology
Research Area	Marine Algal Systems Biology (MAlSyB)
Degree Required	Master or Diploma
Experience	Relevant research experience (desirable)
Salary	Paygrade E13 TV-L
Funding	Secure remuneration according to collective agreement
Language	English
Deadline	2026-11-15
Required Documents	cover letter, curriculum vitae, final degree records
Employer Address	Ammerländer Heerstraße 114–118, 26129, Lower Saxony

About the Project

The MAlSyB project aims to understand the adaptation strategies of the bloom‑forming marine dinoflagellate Prorocentrum cordatum by combining physiological experiments, high‑resolution imaging, shotgun proteomics and systems‑biology data integration to reveal how the organism responds to changing nutrient regimes and climate‑related forces.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate adaptation of Prorocentrum cordatum to nutrient changes
• Conduct tailored cultivation experiments to quantify physiological performance
• Analyze organelle structure alterations using FIB/SEM
• Study soluble proteome dynamics via shotgun proteomics
• Integrate experimental results with consortium systems‑biology data

Required Skills

• Master or Diploma in microbiology, cell biology, proteomics or related field
• Relevant research experience
• Knowledge of general physiology
• Experience with OMICS methods or image analysis
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams

Who Should Apply

Applicants with a Master or Diploma in microbiology, cell biology, proteomics or a related discipline, who have relevant research experience, are fluent in English, and are motivated to work in a multidisciplinary, international consortium.

Benefits

• 30 days vacation
• Secure remuneration according to collective agreement
• Company pension scheme
• Further education opportunities
• Flexible working hours
• Health management
• Remote working
• Compatibility of career and family
• Support with childcare
• University Sports Centre
• Certificate Bicycle‑friendly employer
• Corporate Benefits

About the Employer

The Institute for Chemistry and Biology of the Marine Environment (ICBM) at the University of Oldenburg is an interdisciplinary research institute dedicated to fundamental and applied marine science, hosting over 20 research groups across chemistry, biology, physics and mathematical modelling.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline?

15 November 2026

Which documents must be submitted?

A single PDF containing a cover letter, curriculum vitae and final degree records