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You hold a completed university degree (Diploma, Master's) in biotechnology, microbiology, bioprocess engineering, bioengineering, biochemistry, or a comparable field. Professional experience or a relevant doctorate is advantageous but not required. Furthermore, you possess...

• practical experience in microbiology, biotechnology and/or bioprocess engineering as well as in sterile working
• Experience with cyanobacteria/microalgae and/or filamentous fungi; experience with co-cultures is an advantage.
• Experience in bioreactor and process development; knowledge of the analysis and processing of EPS/biopolymers is desirable.
• Ability to work independently in a scientific manner, including experimental design, statistical data analysis, and scientific documentation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, good English skills and willingness to collaborate across disciplines

We expressly welcome applications from all age groups and regardless of gender identity, disability, ethnic background, religion, worldview, sexual orientation or identity.

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Subject to funding approval by the project sponsor, the position is available from 01.11.2026 at the Pirmasens campus of Kaiserslautern University of Applied Sciences in the Department of Applied Logistics and Polymer Sciences, full-time (100%), limited until 30.6.2029.

At our University of Applied Sciences and Design, with its strong profile in applied research and development as well as academic continuing education, you can expect an innovative work environment and diverse professional development opportunities. Kaiserslautern University of Applied Sciences supports work-life balance, for example, through policies for mobile working and flexible working hours. The workplace is on our campus in Pirmasens.

The employment relationship is governed by the collective agreement for the public service of the German states (TV-L). Remuneration is based on pay grade E13 TV-L, provided the professional and personal requirements are met. In addition, we offer a company pension scheme regulated by the collective agreement.

Part-time employment is generally possible. If corresponding applications are received, it will be examined whether the part-time requests can be accommodated within the scope of operational possibilities (in particular, the requirements of the position, the desired working time arrangement).

Within the framework of the state equal opportunities law, Kaiserslautern University of Applied Sciences aims to further increase the proportion of women, especially in science.

Severely disabled persons will be given preferential consideration if they are suitably qualified (please attach proof). Should applicants feel disadvantaged or treated unequally, they can file a complaint with the AGG complaints office (Legal Department).