Research Associate | Wissenschaftliche/r Mitarbeiter/in (m/w/d)

Dienstl.zentrum ländl. Raum Rheinpfalz

Neustadt an der Weinstraße, Rheinland-Pfalz, Deutschland
Published Apr 20, 2026
Part-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

The Dienstleistungszentrum Ländlicher Raum (DLR) Rheinpfalz is seeking a Research Associate to join the Weincampus team in Neustadt an der Weinstraße. This position is part of a federally funded project focused on sustainable plant protection and the long-term preservation of Peronospora resistance in PIWI grape varieties. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include conducting independent laboratory and greenhouse experiments to analyze plant defense reactions and the influence of environmental factors on P. viticola. You will also participate in field trials, document and interpret research findings, and present your work at scientific conferences. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree or equivalent in Biology, Agricultural Science, or Viticulture and possesses deep knowledge of plant pathology, plant physiology, and molecular biology. This role offers a secure position within the public sector, providing opportunities for professional development and a collaborative, research-oriented environment.

Required Skills

Education

Master of Science (M.Sc.) or Diploma in Biology, Agricultural Biology, Agricultural Sciences, Viticulture, or a comparable field.

Experience

  • Professional experience in laboratory and greenhouse research
  • Experience in conducting field trials and plant protection strategies
  • Academic background in Biology, Agricultural Science, or Viticulture

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Valid work permit for Germany required; position is part-time (65%) and fixed-term until 31.01.2028.