Doctoral student / postdoc in biological physics & systems biology (f/m/x) Wiss2606-05

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences

Doctoral student / postdoc in biological physics & systems biology (f/m/x)

Institute for Biological Physics

We are one of the largest and oldest universities in Europe and one of the most important employers in our region.

Our broad range of subjects, the dynamic development of our main research areas and our central location in Cologne

make us attractive for students and researchers from around the world. We offer a wide range of career opportunities in

science, technology, and administration.

Within the framework of Collaborative Research Center 1310 WE OFFER

»Predictability in Evolution«, the Bollenbach group at the Institute

of Biological Physics investigates the evolution of antibiotic resis- » An interactive and supportive research environment

tance in microbial systems. The group combines methods from » A diverse working environment with equal opportunities

molecular biology and microbiology with concepts and techniques » Support in balancing work and family life

from physics.

» Flexible working time models

» Extensive advanced training opportunities

Your Tasks

» Occupational health management offers

» Perform high-throughput evolution experiments with E. coli lab The University of Cologne promotes equal opportunities and

strains and clinical isolates using robotic laboratory automation diversity. Women will be considered preferentially in accordance

» Analyze evolving bacterial populations, in particular using with the Equal Opportunities Act of North Rhine-Westphalia

genome barcoding assays and next-generation sequencing (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz – LGG NRW). We also expressly wel-

» Perform standardized microbial proteomics experiments come applications from all suitable candidates regardless of their

gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, disability, age,

» Develop theoretical models of resistance evolution in

sexual orientation and identity.

collaboration with theorists

YOUR PROFILE The position is available immediately on a full-time basis (39,83

hours Postdoc (65% doctoral student) per week). The position

» Very good MSc degree / doctoral degree in biological physics, is to be filled for a fixed term until 30 September 2028. If the

quantitative biology, or a related field applicant meets the relevant wage requirements and has the

» Strong interest in interdisciplinary research in the area between appropriate personal qualifications, the salary is based on remuphysics and biology neration group 13 TV-L of the pay scale for the German public

» Previous knowledge of programming, statistics or microbiology sector.

is an advantage but not essential.

» Strong communication skills are required. Please apply online with proof of the required qualifications (without

» Applicants should be highly motivated and able to work a photo) under https://jobportal.uni-koeln.de The reference number

independent is Wiss2606-05. The application deadline is 10 July 2026.

For further inquiries, please contact Professor Dr. Tobias Bollenbach

at (t.bollenbach@.uni-koeln.de) and take a look at our FAQs.