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At the Microverse Cluster, we combine expertise in various scientific fields to advance microbiome research. Our mission is to uncover fundamental principles of microbial interactions and functions across diverse habitats.

We frequently publish job openings here, offering opportunities to join our team.

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Doctoral (TV-L E13, 65%) in Infection Biology

Leibniz Institute for Natural Product Research and Infection Biology-Hans Knöll Institute (Leibniz-HKI)

The Jena School for Microbial Communication (JSMC) is an ambitious Graduate School with over 130 doctoral and postdoctoral scientists. We offer structured, interdisciplinary PhD and career training programs based on top-level fundamental research. They conceptually combine different research areas to a comprehensive picture of microbial communication. The Cluster of Excellence ‘Balance of the Microverse’ studies the fundamental principles underlying microbial community interactions and functions in diverse habitats, ranging from oceans and groundwater to plants and human hosts.

Application deadline: August 20, 2026

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Doctoral Researcher (TV-L E13, 65%) in in Metagenomics

Leibniz Institute for Natural Product Research and Infection Biology-Hans Knöll Institute (Leibniz-HKI)

This experimental project explores how dietary fiber affects microbiota composition and metabolism, and thereby colonization with the human-pathogenic fungus Candida albicans. The student will use mouse models established in the lab in combination with metabolome and microbiome analysis, and in vitro experiments to identify types of fibers, bacterial taxa, and mechanisms contributing to diet-related colonization resistance.

Application deadline: extended to August 20, 2026

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