Open positions
Currently, the Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology employs approximately 250 staff members and approximately 100 visiting researchers in basic research.
The administrative and support units assist the research divisions in carrying out scientific projects.
In addition to the job openings listed below, the Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology invites applications from interested students, PhD students and postdoctoral fellows. Interested applicants are asked to contact the relevant director or group leader directly.
Current job vacancies (online portal):
PhD positions:
PhD Thesis Project – Identification of novel peptides and their synthesis pathways from metagenomes
Current job vacancies (MPG website):
Job Offer from January 14, 2026
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