[Job Opening] PhD Student

Korea Institute of Science and Technology Europe Forschungsgesellschaft mbH; Saarland; Vor Ort; EUR 38.000 - 50.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research institute in Europe is seeking a passionate M.Sc. candidate to work on innovative sensor technology for detecting heavy metals. The candidate will utilize molecular biology techniques and focus on phage display screenings, genetic engineering, and biosensing tests. Strong English communication skills and eligibility to work in Germany are essential. The position includes a contract until October 31, 2027, with possible extensions. Interested applicants should submit a CV and motivation letter online to the designated contact.

Qualifikationen

• No disqualification of working in Germany.
• Experiences in phage display screenings and genetic engineering.
• Ability for microscopical characterization and binding tests can be advantageous.

Aufgaben

• Conduct phage display screenings.
• Perform genetic engineering of bacteriophages.
• Characterize viral constructs microscopically.
• Conduct binding and biosensing tests.

Kenntnisse

Molecular biology

Bacterial cell culture

Filamentous bacteriophages

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

Ausbildung

M.Sc. degree

Jobbeschreibung

KIST Europe Forschungsgesellschaft mbH (www.kist-europe.de), established in 1996, is located in Saarbrücken, Germany. It is an overseas branch of the KIST in Seoul, Korea. We are seeking for a creative and passionate candidate for the following position. The individual will work on the project “Detection and Removal of Industrial Metals by Reprogrammed ssDNA” funded by the EFRE (Europäische Fonds für regionale Entwicklung) program Saarland. The project aims to develop label‑free, environmentally friendly sensor technology to detect heavy metal ions in industrial waste. Metal ion specific peptides will be identified and applied as active biorecognition units to be integrated onto Field Effect Transistor (FET) based biosensors. The candidate will work closely with our collaboration partners in the Physics Department at Saarland University.

Fields / Personnel

Fields

Biology/ Biotechnology/ Bioengineering or related discipline

Personnel

M.Sc. (1Person)

Experience

Molecular biology, bacterial cell culture and filamentous bacteriophages

Detailed tasks

• Phage display screenings
• Genetic engineering of bacteriophages
• Microscopical characterization of viral constructs
• Binding and biosensing tests

Eligibility (General)

• M.Sc. degree
• No disqualification of working in Germany
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

Conditions and types of employment

• Salary: KIST Europe wage table in accordance with E13 TV-L, 50 %, including basic welfare
• Contract period: Until 31 Oct 2027 with a possibility of further extension

Documents

• Curriculum Vitae including publication list and previous experience
• Motivation letter stating research interests and background
• 1 copy of college or university transcripts and certificates (scanned original and attached as pdf file)
• List of references

Application Period and Contacts

• Submission Deadline: January 15th, 2026
• (It is recommended to apply immediately, as recruiting process will be closed once a suitable candidate is found)
• How to apply: Online Application to Dr. Nuriye Korkmaz Zirpel, [e-mail]