The Department of Behavioural Biology in the Faculty of Biology at the University of Münster, Germany, is seeking a highly motivated candidate interested in behavioural biology, the methodological refinement of animal experimentation, experimental design and data analysis. Using laboratory mice as a model species, the aim of the PhD project is to develop and validate practicable and effective strategies that may improve the reproducibility of research findings from animal experiments in the lab.
In particular, the PhD candidate will investigate whether more “natural” study approaches that transfer knowledge from field to lab experiments might improve the reproducibility of the outcomes. The PhD candidate will be involved in all stages of the scientific method, including the experimental design, project coordination, data collection and analysis, and delivery of results to the research community. This position is tied to working towards a doctoral qualification.
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Benefits
- As an educational institution, we are deeply committed to offering occupational training and continuing education opportunities tailored to your individual needs.
- As a university employee, you are entitled to numerous benefits afforded to public servants, e.g. an attractive company pension scheme (VBL), an annual end-of-year bonus and a position that is shielded from economic fluctuations.
- Appreciation, commitment, openness and respect – these values are important to us.
- From A – Z, Aikido to Zumba, our sport and health programmes ensure a healthy work-life balance.
Requirements
- A graduate degree (MSc or an equivalent degree in, for example, biology, the life sciences, biomedicine, neuroscience, biosciences or animal sciences) is required.
- A strong interest or expertise in experimental design and/or data analysis is advantageous.
- Experience and interest in behavioural biology and animal welfare science are advantageous.
- Further training in laboratory animal science is desirable (e.g., equivalent to a FELASA course).
- Good organizational, writing and presentation skills, as well as the ability to work well both independently and in a team environment, are advantageous.
- Very good knowledge of spoken and written English is mandatory.
- German language skills would be advantageous but are not a requirement.
Application Documents
- Cover letter
- CV
- List of publications (if any)
- Degree certificates and the names of two referees
Check also:
2026 Fully Funded Humboldt Research Fellowship
2026 Konrad Adenauer Foundation Scholarship
Application Deadline
May 15, 2026How To Apply
- Applications may be written in German or English, and should include Application documents. Applications should be received by 2026-05-15 by e-mail (with all documents merged into one PDF file) at:
University of Münster
Department of Behavioural Biology
Prof Helene Richter
Badestraße 13, 48149 Münster, Germany
Email: [email protected] / [email protected]
Phone: +49(0)251 8321014
Website: www.ethologie.de
For more information, kindly visit the University of Münster webpage.
