Independent Junior Research Group Leader

Georg-August-Universitat Gottingen

Posted: 11 July 2026 - Gottingen, Germany

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The University of Göttingen is offering a position for an Independent Junior Research Group Leader in the Albrecht-von-Haller-Institut für Pflanzenwissenschaften. The successful candidate will lead a research program focused on the mechanisms of biotic and abiotic stress in plants, complementing existing research in Plant Cell Biology and Molecular Stress Physiology. Responsibilities include securing external funding, teaching, and engaging with the scientific community. Candidates should have a strong academic background, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in German and English. The position offers academic freedom, resources, and career development opportunities.

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