PhD student (f/m/x) in biological physics & systems biology Wiss2609-05
Uni Köln, Germany
- Institution
- Uni Köln
- Country
- Germany
- Position type
- PhD
- Subject area
- Biology & Life Sciences
- Application deadline
- 26 October 2026
- Location
- Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, DE
- Funding
- Fully funded position
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About this position
Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences
PhD student (f/m/x) in
biological physics & systems biology
Institute for Biological Physics | Bollenbach Group
We are one of the largest and oldest universities in Europe and one of the most important employers in our region.
Our broad range of subjects, the dynamic development of our main research areas and our central location in Cologne
make us attractive for students and researchers from around the world. We offer a wide range of career opportunities in
science, technology, and administration.
Within the framework of Collaborative Research Center 1310 WE OFFER
»Predictability in Evolution«, the Bollenbach group at the » An interactive and supportive research environment
Institute of Biological Physics investigates the evolution » A diverse working environment with equal opportunities
of antibiotic resistance in microbial systems. The group » Support in balancing work and family life
combines methods from molecular and microbiology with » Extensive advanced training opportunities
concepts and techniques from physics. » Occupational health management offers
» Flexible working time models
Your Tasks
» Perform evolution experiments with E. coli lab strains The University of Cologne promotes equal opportunities and
and clinical isolates that infect host immune cells, diversity. Women will be considered preferentially in accordparticularly macrophages. ance with the Equal Opportunities Act of North Rhine-West-
» Analyze evolving bacterial populations, in particular phalia (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz – LGG NRW). We also
using genome barcoding assays and next-generation expressly welcome applications from all suitable candidates
sequencing. regardless of their gender, nationality, ethnic and social
» Characterize the molecular mechanisms underlying origin, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.
resistance and the role played by immune system
pressure. The position is available immediately on a part-time basis
» Develop theoretical models of resistance evolution in (65% / 25,89 hours per week). The position is to be filled
collaboration with theorists. for a fixed term until 31 December 2029. If the applicant
meets the relevant wage requirements and personal
YOUR PROFILE qualifications, the salary is based on remuneration group
» Very good MSc degree in evolutionary biology, 13 TV-L of the pay scale for the German public sector.
biotechnology, microbiology, biological physics,
or a related field. Please apply online with proof of the required qualifications
» Strong interest in working in an interdisciplinary research without a photo under: https://jobportal.uni-koeln.de.
group between physics and biology. The reference number is Wiss2609-05. The application
» Previous knowledge of mammalian cell culture, deadline is 26 October 2026.
microbiology techniques, or programming is an
advantage but not essential. For further inquiries, please contact Dr Francesca Macaluso
» Strong communication skills are required. (fmacalus@uni-koeln.de) or Professor Dr Tobias Bollenbach
» Applicants should be highly motivated and independent. (t.bollenbach@uni-koeln.de) and take a look at our FAQs.
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