PhD Student (f/m/div) in the Field of Organic Vegetable Production
Reference number: 01/2025/4
The salary will be based on qualification and research experience according to the wage agreement TV-L, up to pay scale 13, 65% of the regular working time. The conferral of a doctorate is possible.
The position is integrated in the Junior Research Group “Organic Cultivation Systems” in the program area “Horticultural Systems of the Future” (HORTSYS). The aim of the research project “ökoZuG-BB” is to develop and implement innovative, sustainable, and resilient organic vegetable production systems that meet the specific climatic challenges of the Berlin-Brandenburg metropolitan region. A systemic approach is used to consider the factors of fertilization, irrigation, plant protection, and weed control.
Tasks include
identification of potential plant species and varieties for sustainable production systems
testing of different vegetable cropping systems with different fertilization and irrigation
collaboration in the further development and testing of robotics for weed control
planning and execution of scientific field trials in organic vegetable production
evaluation and publication of the results in international journals
presentation of the project and the results at national and international conferences
We are looking for candidates with
a master’s degree in horticulture, agricultural sciences, biology, environmental protection, or a related field
in-depth knowledge of plant production and/or plant nutrition
experience in the statistical analysis of research results or willingness to acquire such
very good knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
very good knowledge of written and spoken English and good knowledge of German or willingness to reach level B1 within the first year
class B driver’s license or willingness to obtain one within the first year
self-motivated, independent, and responsible work ethic and strong organizational skills
ability to work in a team and willingness to integrate into an international work environment
We offer
an inspiring and dynamic research environment, including state-of-the-art research facilities
a committed and competent team
excellent further training opportunities
flexible and family-friendly working time models and the possibility of mobile working (up to 50% of working time)
VBL Ost company pension scheme for public sector employees, as well as a collectively agreed annual bonus and 30 days’ vacation per year
subsidy for a company ticket for public transport or the Deutschlandticket (Germany ticket)
More information on the IGZ can be found at www.igzev.de[https://anzeigenvorschau.net/bestmedia/img/1100043/2120279/cl/fdcf82d20c9a4f09b4b0d5f8eb1f310e818fd600/L4091426/JeyJvbGRsaW5rIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly9pZ3pldi5kZS9lbi9ob21lIiwiemwiOiJhY2FkZW1pY3Bvc2l0aW9ucy5jb20ifQ==]. For questions, please contact Sophie Stein (+49 33701 78-229; stein@igzev.de[https://academicpositions.com/ad/leibniz-institute-vegetable-ornamental-crops-igz/2024/phd-student-f-m-div-in-the-field-of-organic-vegetable-production/]).
We encourage a healthy work-life balance. The IGZ attaches great importance to equal opportunities. The IGZ embraces diversity in its workforce and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, world view, disability and belief, or ethnic origin.
Please send your application including a motivation letter, your CV, copies of academic certificates, and the names and addresses of two references, including your earliest possible starting date, by e-mail to bewerbung@igzev.de[https://academicpositions.com/ad/leibniz-institute-vegetable-ornamental-crops-igz/2024/phd-student-f-m-div-in-the-field-of-organic-vegetable-production/] in PDF format by January 13, 2025. Our postal address is: Leibniz-Institute for Vegetable and Ornamental Crops, Theodor-Echtermeyer-Weg 1, D-14979 Großbeeren.
Application Deadline: 13 January 2025
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