Join the Department of Algal Development and Evolution
There is a range of exciting opportunities to perform research in our lab, and we are interested in hearing from undergraduates, PhD students and postdocs who want to be part of our adventure.
Postdocs
If you are interested in doing a postdoc with us, you should have published (or be close to publishing) at least one first-author paper in a major international journal.
Please submit your application by email to office_coelho@tuebingen.mpg.de as a single pdf document. The email should include:
- your CV
- a cover letter outlining research interests, experience, why you are a good fit for the department and motivation for applying
- the names and contact details of at least two academic references
For those who wish to apply for their own funding to join the group, there are several opportunities (e.g. EMBO, Marie Curie). We are happy to identify potential funding sources, discuss projects, help writing grants and prepare eventual interviews.
PhD Students
Please apply for PhD Projects via our PhD Program “International Max Planck Research School From Molecules to Organisms”. The annual application round opens in December.
Direct application outside the application round are also considered. Research experience is expected, either through a Master's degree, or other relevant research experience.
Please submit your application by email to office_coelho@tuebingen.mpg.de as a single pdf document. The email should include:
- your CV
- a cover letter outlining research interests, experience, why you are a good fit for the department and motivation for applying
- the names and contact details of at least two academic references
Diploma / Master students & Interns
- Diploma / Master students should identify a research area of interest and send a cover letter and a CV to by email to office_coelho@tuebingen.mpg.de.
- Interns should send their application at least 4 months in advance by email to office_coelho@tuebingen.mpg.de.
Vacant positions
To check if there are currently vacant positions in the Department of Algal Development and Evolution please go to the Institute job vacancies.