The Leibniz-Institute of Vegetable and Ornamental Crops (IGZ) aims for excellence in horticultural research and related plant, environmental, nutritional, and social sciences. IGZ is based in Großbeeren close to Berlin and is a member of the Leibniz Association (WGL). IGZ conducts strategic and international research for the sustainable production and use of vegetables, contributing to food security, human well-being, and the conservation of natural resources. At IGZ, researchers from different disciplines work together on core-funded and grant-funded projects, in collaboration with national and international research partners.
There 2 open Ph.D. positions at the Institute for the projects, “Identification and characterization of plant compounds in herbaceous wild plants” (reference Number: 15/2021/3) and “Bioactivity of herbaceous wild plants” (reference Number: 16/2021/2). Please send a strong motivation letter stating why this is an interesting topic for you and why you have the right attitude and expertise to contribute to the project and make progress in this field. Also, send your CV and copies of academic certificates. We prefer to receive applications by email in pdf format by the deadline. Please cite the above reference number in the subject line of your email.
For more details check the Official notification.