PhD Student (f/m/d) in the field of Root Anatomy Physiology

Your tasks:

• Root architectural and anatomical phenotyping using imaging and microscopy.
• Plant and root physiological measurements to determine the function of (interacting) root phenotypes.
• Functional-structural plant and mathematical modeling to determine the benefit of root phenotypes for stress tolerance.
• Plant cultivation (wheat) in the greenhouse and field.
• Report your work in scientific journals and oral presentations.

Your qualifications and skills:

• You hold a MSc in plant science, crop science, biology, or related field.
• You have experience growing, managing, and phenotyping plants in the field and greenhouse.
• You have experience using modern approaches in root phenotyping, image analysis, or simulation modeling to understand the functional roles of plant roots in agroecosystems.
• You have good communication skills and will to collaborate with researchers from different disciplines.
• You have problem solving skills.

We offer you:

• the opportunity to work in a world-class research center with state-of-the-art facilities and scientists from all over the world.
• a collegial working atmospher
• an exciting 3-year PhD position, starting on 01.10.2024.
• a gross salary up to 65% E13 TV-L.
• Accommodation in IPK guest house (on request)Please indicate the reference number 52/08/24 in your correspondence.