The Technical University of Munich (TUM) is offering a fully funded PhD position in Plant Proteomics, Bioinformatics, and Biology through the Elite Network Bavaria graduate college “The Proteomes that Feed the World.” The doctoral project investigates plant defense-associated peptides, crop proteomes, and molecular mechanisms supporting climate-resilient agriculture.
The Leibniz Institute of Vegetable and Ornamental Crops (IGZ), Germany, is offering a three-year PhD position in Plant Biology focused on temperature sensing, heat stress responses, and molecular mechanisms controlling plant adaptation. The doctoral researcher will work on a DFG-funded project in collaboration with the University of Potsdam.
The VIB-UGent Center for Plant Systems Biology in Belgium is recruiting a Postdoctoral Fellow to study Biological Nitrification Inhibition (BNI) and sustainable nitrogen management. Explore research objectives, eligibility criteria, benefits, and application details.
The VIB-UGent Center for Plant Systems Biology in Ghent, Belgium, is recruiting a Postdoctoral Researcher to investigate how endocytosis and autophagy contribute to plant survival. Learn about the research project, eligibility requirements, benefits, and application process for this exciting international research opportunity.
The University of Naples Parthenope has opened applications for its XLII Cycle PhD programs for the 2026–2027 academic year. International and domestic applicants can apply across a wide range of disciplines including engineering, computer science, economics, law, environmental sciences, sports sciences, health sciences, and humanities. Applications close on 17 July 2026.
INRAE and Novogen are offering a fully funded PhD position in France focused on modelling selection plans for resilience in laying hens. The project combines quantitative genetics, stochastic modelling, animal breeding, and agro-ecological transition research. Applications close on July 10, 2026.
The University of Cologne is offering a doctoral position in Plant Immunity within the Saur Lab and CEPLAS research cluster. The project focuses on molecular plant–microbe interactions using advanced genetic, biochemical, and transcriptomic methods. Applications close on 22 July 2026.
The University of Göttingen is recruiting a PhD Candidate in Soil Science and Agroforestry for a DFG-funded research project investigating the climate impacts of tropical agroforestry systems in Indonesia. The position includes international fieldwork, scientific publications, and the opportunity to earn a PhD degree. Applications close on June 26, 2026.
Leiden University is seeking a PhD candidate in Fungal Biology to join the National Growth Fund Program Cellular Agriculture (CAN). The project focuses on engineering filamentous fungi for sustainable animal protein production, combining synthetic biology, molecular genetics, fermentation technology, and food biotechnology.
The University of Tartu is recruiting a Research Fellow in Plant Genomics and Breeding. This international research opportunity focuses on genome assembly, comparative genomics, multi-omics integration, tree adaptation, and genomic-assisted breeding. Applications are open until July 1, 2026.
BRGM is recruiting a Postdoctoral Researcher in Soil Function Modeling for the Horizon Europe PHISHES Project in Orléans, France. This 24-month position focuses on soil health, contaminant transport, hydrogeological modeling, PFAS remediation, and ecosystem services research.
The University of Aveiro is accepting applications for a First Level Doctorate Researcher position under the Clara-Value Project. The role focuses on sustainable materials research and offers a monthly salary of €2,408.11. Applications are open until June 18, 2026.
ETH Zurich is offering a fully funded four-year doctoral position in Plant Metabolism and Stable Isotope Biology under the SNSF-funded H-Shifts project. The opportunity combines plant physiology, isotope biogeochemistry, and crop science while providing advanced research training, competitive funding, and international collaboration.
Justus Liebig University Giessen is recruiting a Research Associate in Animal Husbandry specializing in Dairy Calf Management and Calf Health. This funded research position offers valuable experience in livestock science, farm management research, statistical analysis, and animal welfare initiatives. Explore eligibility criteria, responsibilities, salary information, benefits, and application procedures.
The University of Freiburg is recruiting a Postdoctoral Researcher in Molecular Ecology of Forest Trees within its Excellence Cluster Future Forests. This fully funded three-year position focuses on forest genetics, epigenetics, stress resilience, and advanced molecular biology techniques in forest ecosystems.
The University of Freiburg is seeking applications for a prestigious W3 Professorship in Plant Biotechnology. The position offers an opportunity to lead internationally recognized research in plant sciences, synthetic biology, biotechnology, and integrative signaling research. Applications close on July 10, 2026.
The University of Copenhagen is offering a fully funded PhD Fellowship in Greenhouse Gases, Forest Soils and Biogeochemistry. This three-year research position focuses on N₂O emissions, forest ecosystems, climate change mitigation, and environmental sustainability in Denmark. Applications close on August 16, 2026.
The University of Siena has officially released the first selection notice for admission to its PhD programmes for the 42nd cycle, academic year 2026–2027. The call includes fully funded doctoral opportunities across medicine, engineering, law, economics, sciences, humanities, and technology disciplines. Here is everything applicants need to know, including deadlines, scholarship value, eligible fields, and the online application process.
The University of Calabria has announced an additional call for applications for its XLI Cycle PhD program in Physical, Chemical and Materials Sciences and Technologies under the European LIPAGG project. Learn about eligibility, benefits, application deadlines, and how to apply.
TU Delft is offering a fully funded PhD position in climate-sensitive housing markets under the ERC-funded SPHINX project. The research focuses on systemic climate risk, agent-based housing market modeling, climate gentrification, and financial contagion in Europe.
The Max Planck Institute of Molecular Plant Physiology in Potsdam is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher for an ERC-funded project focused on molecular mechanisms of nutrient exchange in arbuscular mycorrhiza symbiosis. Explore eligibility, research focus, salary details, application requirements, and career opportunities in Germany.
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The University of Pavia in Italy has opened applications for 187 funded PhD positions for the 42nd doctoral cycle (2026/2027). International candidates from multiple academic disciplines are eligible to apply before June 30, 2026.
Palacký University Olomouc is offering a fully funded PhD position in Experimental Botany. The project investigates how progestogens and androgens disrupt plant root development, combining molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry in a highly international research environment.
The University of Cologne is recruiting a PhD Candidate and Research Assistant in Entrepreneurship and Management. This full-time funded doctoral position offers academic training, teaching experience, and salary under Germany’s TV-L E13 pay scale. Applications close on 14 June 2026.
Sapienza University of Rome has opened applications for its 42nd Cycle PhD programs for the 2026/2027 academic year. With more than 100 doctoral courses in English and Italian, this is one of Europe’s largest and most prestigious PhD recruitment rounds. Applications close on 17 June 2026.
University of Bergamo is accepting applications for the XLII Cycle (42nd cycle) of its PhD programmes for the 2026/2027 academic year. Thirteen doctoral programmes are available in fields ranging from AI and economics to health sciences, engineering, and humanities.
University of Basel is offering a paid six-month internship in Carbohydrate Chemistry within its Molecular Pharmacy group. This full-time opportunity is ideal for BSc and MSc students or recent graduates in chemistry and pharmaceutical sciences.
The University of Basel is recruiting a fully funded PhD candidate in Physiological Tree Ecology. This four-year Swiss National Science Foundation project explores how low soil temperatures shape tree hydraulic function, growth, and species distribution in European forests.
University of Trieste is accepting applications for the 42nd cycle of its PhD programmes for the 2026/2027 academic year. Fifteen doctoral programmes are available across science, engineering, medicine, law, and the humanities.
Lund University is offering a fully funded PhD position in Biology focused on how butterflies use their biological compass and how pesticide exposure affects orientation. This four-year doctoral project combines sensory biology, neurobiology, migration ecology, and ecotoxicology.
Lund University invites applications for a Researcher position in Plant RNA Biology. This full-time one-year role focuses on non-coding RNAs, chromatin signatures, and gene regulation in plants, combining CRISPR/Cas9, next-generation sequencing, and Oxford Nanopore technologies.
Leiden University invites applications for an Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor position in Plant Molecular and Cell Biology. This full-time academic role offers the opportunity to lead an independent research group, secure competitive funding, and contribute to teaching within one of Europe’s most respected plant science environments.
Leiden University is recruiting a PhD candidate for an ERC-funded project exploring circadian regulation in Bacillus subtilis biofilms. This fully funded four-year PhD offers cutting-edge research in chronomicrobiology, optogenetics, and microbial genetics.
The Technical University of Munich (TUM) is recruiting three PhD candidates in Empirical Economics and Data Science at its Heilbronn campus. The positions offer up to four years of funding, access to a world-class research environment, and opportunities to work on causal AI, econometrics, and innovation policy.
Senckenberg is recruiting three postdoctoral ecologists in Germany to work on large-scale biodiversity projects including freshwater ecology, EU Horizon Europe BEAGLE, and Biodiversity Meets Data.
Senckenberg is recruiting a tenure-track Research Scientist and Curator of Herpetology in Frankfurt, Germany. Discover job responsibilities, qualifications, salary, and how to apply before 28 June 2026.
Senckenberg is offering a funded PhD position in Botany and Molecular Evolution in Frankfurt, Germany. Explore the project on Dichapetalaceae phylogenomics, salary details, qualifications, and how to apply.
Senckenberg is hiring a Postdoc in Vegetation and Ecosystem Modelling in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Explore salary, responsibilities, qualifications, and step-by-step application instructions for this prestigious ERC-funded research position.
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The University of Florence has opened applications for its XLII Cycle PhD programmes for 2026/2027. With three-year doctoral courses, annual scholarships of €16,243, and additional relocation support of up to €5,000, this is one of Italy’s most attractive opportunities for international PhD candidates.
The University of Gothenburg is hiring an Associate Researcher in Marine Biotechnology for the SEAlgaePower project. This full-time, 11-month position focuses on cultivating marine microalgae to treat nutrient-rich industrial waters and develop sustainable bio-based ingredients.
The University of Gothenburg is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher in data analysis with applications in environmental sciences. This two-year, full-time position focuses on modeling chemical risks in water and developing digital tools for environmental and public health decision-making.
The University of Gothenburg is recruiting a fully funded PhD student in Biology as part of Sweden’s prestigious Data-Driven Life Science (DDLS) program. This doctoral opportunity combines evolutionary biology, bioinformatics, machine learning, and multi-objective optimization to study how organisms adapt under Darwinian selection.
The University of Hohenheim is recruiting a Research Assistant (f/m/d) in Animal Genetics and Breeding. This three-year postdoctoral position offers a full-time TV-L E13 salary, interdisciplinary genomics research, teaching opportunities, and the chance to work at one of Germany’s leading agricultural universities.
The Leibniz Centre for Agricultural Landscape Research (ZALF) is offering a 36-month Early Career Researcher position in Agroecological Systems in Germany. This EU-funded opportunity includes the possibility to pursue a PhD, competitive TV-L E13 salary, and interdisciplinary collaboration across six European living labs.
ZALF is offering a funded 3-year Doctoral Scientist position in Germany focused on wheat microbiomes, metagenomics, and plant–microbe interactions under water stress. Applications close on 31 May 2026.
The University of Turin is offering 331 fully funded PhD positions for the 2026–2027 academic year. Open to applicants from all nationalities and research backgrounds, with scholarships worth approximately €17,500 per year.
Justus Liebig University Giessen is recruiting a Research Associate (65%) in Molecular Plant Physiology. This funded PhD position investigates phytochrome signaling in Arabidopsis and offers extensive training in plant molecular biology.
WSL, Eawag, and Agroscope are offering a PhD position in hydrological modeling and integrated water management in Switzerland. The project focuses on water storage, flood protection, irrigation, and biodiversity under climate change.
The Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL is hiring a PostDoc in Biome Analysis and Functional Characterization.
The Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL is recruiting a PostDoc in Biome Biogeography for an ERC-funded project in Switzerland. Learn about the research goals, qualifications, and application process.