Student Assistant for Harvest and Seed Processing | Student Assistants (f/m/d) for Harvest and Seed Processing

Leibniz-Institut für Pflanzen- genetik und Kulturpflanzen- forschung (IPK)

Gatersleben, Sachsen-Anhalt, Deutschland
Published Jun 30, 2025
Part-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role offers student assistants the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge basic research in plant architecture, specifically focusing on cereal inflorescence development and its impact on yield. Day-to-day tasks involve hands-on work with plant materials, including harvesting individual spikes and assisting with larger row and plot harvests. The successful candidate will also support data collection in both field and greenhouse trials and be involved in post-harvest processing. This position is ideal for a quick learner who is reliable, punctual, diligent, and capable of organizing their work independently. It provides valuable insight into a world-class research center with state-of-the-art facilities and a diverse international scientific community.

Required Skills

Education

Not specified

Experience

  • Ability to learn quickly and grasp workflows easily
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Diligence in work execution
  • Independent work organization

Languages

German (Basic)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Foreign qualifications must undergo a fee-based equivalence test in Germany, which must be presented if hired. The position is temporary, from August 15, 2025, to September 30, 2025. This is a part-time role, 60 hours per month.