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Prof. Matthias Erb, University of Bern · Institute of Plant Sciences, University of Bern

Postdoctoral position in digital plant phenotyping at the University of Bern

Deadline
Not published, to be verified
Level
Post-doctorate
Country
Switzerland
Language
English

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This is a postdoctoral position at the University of Bern for profiles in plant sciences, biology, or related fields. The contract includes a salary according to the University of Bern regulations, access to plant-growing facilities, and scientific mentoring, with training in computational methods and support for publishing. Applications are submitted through the official listing as a single PDF, maximum 10 MB, with no published deadline at this time.

Verified on 30 October 2026

This postdoctoral position at the University of Bern in Switzerland is open to researchers holding a PhD in biology or plant sciences: the contract includes a salary, scientific mentoring, and access to research facilities, with the call currently open. Deadline not published, to be verified.

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How to apply

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Conditions

Blocking requirements

  • Doctorat requis

    “A PhD in plant sciences, biology or a related field, with a research background in plant science. The PhD must be completed by the start date.”

  • Format et taille du fichier de candidature

    “The file must not exceed 10 MB.”

  • Compétences en analyse de données

    “Skills in experimental design, data management and statistical analysis.”

  • Durée et début du contrat

    “An 80-100% postdoctoral appointment until 31 December 2028. The start date is by agreement.”

  • Expérience expérimentale en plantes

    “Experience growing plants, running controlled experiments and measuring plant traits.”

  • Communication en anglais

    “Evidence of original scientific work and clear writing and communication in English.”

Assets

  • Intérêt pour la biologie computationnelle

    “An interest in computational biology and a willingness to learn methods for estimating plant traits from 3D models.”

Dr Kafoutchoni’s reading

The key phrase here is « one single PDF »: the real filter is not only the PhD, but the ability to condense a full research profile into a clear and solid application file. Because the role combines plant phenotyping and computational analysis, you need to show, right away, evidence of experimental work, data discipline, and scientific writing. The usual trap is to scatter these elements across separate files or let the PDF exceed the allowed size. Prepare a compact version, prioritize your three achievements, and submit a file that opens smoothly with no friction.

Dr Medard Kafoutchoni · PhD in Genetics & Bioinformatics · Scholarship Strategist.

Deadlines

Deadline: Not published, to be verifiedOpen

Date limite non publiée, à vérifier sur l'offre officielle.

Salary and benefits

  • SalarySalaire selon les règlements de l'University of Bern.
  • Relocation costsAccès aux installations de culture de plantes et soutien de spécialistes en vision par ordinateur et analyse de données.
  • Mentorat et formationMentorat scientifique et opportunités d'apprendre des méthodes computationnelles et de diriger des publications.

Countries covered

No nationality restriction is indicated; the role is aimed at candidates who can take up employment in Switzerland and match the requested postdoctoral profile. The PhD must be completed before the start date, and assessment also focuses on plant-growing experience, data analysis, and scientific communication in English.

Application pathway

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  1. Check the conditions

    Read the exclusions and blocking requirements before investing time in the application.

  2. Prepare the documents

    Gather the documents below and confirm what the programme actually requests.

  3. Submit on the official site

    Use the official application link and respect the deadline for the relevant cycle.

  4. Track the cycle

    Keep proof of submission and watch for follow-up requests from the provider.

Documents to prepare or confirm

This list helps you prepare; it does not replace the programme’s official checklist.

  • PDF unique de candidatureUn seul PDF contenant CV, une courte lettre de motivation, vos trois principales réalisations, et les coordonnées de deux référents académiques; fichier ≤ 10 MB

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