PhD Position in Bioreactor Modeling and Simulation at RWTH Aachen University 2026

At the Institute of Applied Microbiology, RWTH Aachen University, we develop next-generation biotechnological processes to convert sustainable resources into valuable products, using synthetic biology, fermentation, data analysis, and modeling to address global environmental challenges and advance an industrial-scale, sustainable bioeconomy.

To support our aims, we are searching for a PhD student in computational biotechnology and modeling and simulation of fermentation processes, respectively, as a new member for our recent project FrameBio (Multiscale Frameworks for BioSolutions) funded by the European Union through the Horizon Europe, Marie Sk?odowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) grant.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineMarch 28, 2026
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorRWTH Aachen University
• City to studyNorth Rhine-Westphalia
• School to studyRWTH Aachen University
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• The successful candidate will be employed under a regular employment contract.
• The position is to be filled by 5/1/2026 and offered for a fixed term of three years.
• The fixed-term employment is possible as it constitutes one of the fixed-term options of the Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz (German Act on Fixed-term Scientific Contracts).
• This is a full-time position.
• The successful candidate has the opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree in this position.
• The salary is based on the German public service salary scale (TV-L).
• The position corresponds to a pay grade of EG 13 TV-L.

Requirements

The successful applicant has

• University degree (Master's or equivalent) in bioinformatics, biotechnology, process engineering, mechanical engineering or equivalent programs
• At the time of hiring, applicants must not have lived in Germany for more than 12 months in the last 3 years or have carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) there. 
• Good programming skills
• Experience in modeling and simulation of fluid dynamics, preferably for bioreactor environments
• Basic biological knowledge of microbial metabolism and fermentation processing
• Good written and spoken English as well as presentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal, and organizational skills with an ability to work efficiently both independently and in a team
• A creative, open, and resilient mind

Check also:
2026 Fully Funded Humboldt Research Fellowship
2026 Konrad Adenauer Foundation Scholarship

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Applicants are invited to submit their applications via email: [email protected].

For more information, kindly visit the RWTH Aachen University webpage.