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PhD in plant systems biology for climate change resilience and disease resistance

Company

KU Leuven

Location

Leuven, Flanders

Posted

July 13, 2026

Position Overview

We seek candidates with a Master’s degree (European or equivalent) in Biology, Bioinformatics, Biochemistry, Synthetic Biology, Bioengineering, Biotechnology or other relevant degree for the project described above.

A successful candidate will ideally:

  • Demonstrate a strong ability to write and communicate in English
  • Have some experience in molecular biology and/or biochemistry labs (any model system
  • Intermediate programming or data-analysis skills or an interest in developing such skills (project-dependant)
  • Be able to work well in a multi-disciplinary team
  • Prior experience in plant biology is not a requirement, but a strong grasp of biochemistry and molecular biology tools is necessary
  • Have good academic performance at the MSc and BSc levels
  • Be eager to learn new techniques
  • Be able to integrate in an international and diverse working environment
  • The anticipated start date is highly flexible with the earliest st...

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