Master Thesis »Effects of periodic salinity stress on biomass and valuable compounds of plants«

As one of 76 institutes of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft we show how to not only master crises, but grow from them. Pushing boundaries. Always trying something new. Not just thinking, but thinking ahead. We turn research into the future.

We want an earth that is worth living on. With our research in the divisions of climate-neutral energy systems, resource-efficient processes and circular products, we make concrete contributions to achieving the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations. Our employees conduct research in the fields of energy, environment, safety, health, communication and mobility.

 

Do you want to contribute to beneficial and meaningful research? Salt stress is known to not only cause a decrease in biomass but also increas the potential for the synthesis of secondary metabolites, specifically antioxidants including carotenoids and flavonoids. As part of your master's thesis, you will focus on optimizing the adaptation of stress as a tool to increase target metabolites without compromising yield.

 

What you will do

• Literature research
• Cultivate of the optimal plant varieties for the experiment
• Determine the optimal salinity stress conditions, including concentration, duration, and types by analysing biomass and secondary metabolites 
• Implement salinity stress

 

What you bring to the table

• Studies in the field of biology, agriculture, or environmental engineering
• Basic knowledge of plant biology or physiology
• Experience in cultivation and designing structured experiments
• Interest in the field of indoor farming/vertical farming
• Ideally knowledge in data analysis
• Fluent in English

 

What you can expect

• As part of a dynamic team, you actively drive sustainable solutions for a resource-efficient future
• Opportunity to combine your knowledge from your studies with practical experience at the interface between business and science and to integrate your own ideas
• New Work, diversity and cooperative interaction are important components of our strategic orientation
• Flexible working hours - we know that your studies come first 
• Flexible work locations that fit your studies - mobile work and on-site work are combined as needed
• Intense support for the preparation of your final thesis
• Health and mindfulness programs for good balance
• You can find even more attractive benefits here: Fraunhofer UMSICHT as employer

 

The weekly working time is 39 hours. We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability. 32884

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future. 

Interested? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!

 

 

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions regarding this position:

 

Miri Park
+49 0173 4032681
bewerbung@umsicht.fraunhofer.de

Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety, and Energy Technology UMSICHT 

www.umsicht.fraunhofer.de 

 

Requisition Number: 73854