About JSMC

The Jena School for Microbial Communication (JSMC) at the Friedrich Schiller University of Jena is not only an Excellence Graduate School, but also a lively network of scientists from a broad variety of natural & life sciences institutes and an umbrella organization for three Research Training Groups in Jena. The JSMC was first awarded funding within the German Excellence Initiative in 2007. In June 2012 the Excellence Status of the JSMC was confirmed and funding for an additional six years was granted to the Graduate School. Since 2019 the JSMC is funded by the Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung.

Today, JSMC hosts a total of about 130 doctoral researchers. Their research projects are situated at the numerous institutes that make up the JSMC network, including institutes and clinics at the Friedrich Schiller University Jena as well as non-university research institutions.

MiCom 2024: A Successful Return After Three Years

After a three-year break, the MiCom 2024 took place in Jena last week, marking a highly successful return as a renowned microbiology conference. The event was organized only by the Jena School for Microbial Communication (JSMC) doctoral candidates and connected researchers, industry,  academics, and students for an exciting series of presentations and networking opportunities.

The first day of the conference ended in a blast with an energetic Science Slam at the Paradies Café. Another highlight of the MiCom 2024 was the conference dinner at the Botanical Garden of Jena on the evening of the second day. Surrounded by the lush greenery and beautiful autumnal landscape, participants enjoyed a relaxed evening of fine dining and discussion, underlining the collaborative and friendly spirit of the conference.

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Postdoc position in fungal genetics, pathogenesis, and ecology

The group of Dr. Amelia Barber located at the Friedrich Schiller University Jena invites applications for a postdoctoral position. The group studies human fungal pathogens, with a focus on understanding their genome biology, ecology, and antifungal resistance.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. For more information about the group, visit https://barber-lab.com.

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Postdoc position in RNA Biology

The Bacterial RNA Biology Group headed by Dr. Kathrin Fröhlich invites applications for a Postdoctoral position (100%) in RNA Biology at the Institute of Microbiology – Friedrich Schiller University Jena commencing on February 1st, 2025 (or upon agreement).

The main interest of our group is how regulatory RNAs and RNA-binding proteins are embedded in the adaptation of bacteria to changing environmental conditions. Chemical modifications of RNA have the potential to not only affect stability and structure of the nucleic acid but, when located within coding regions, to post-transcriptionally alter the genetic information and to lead to novel, functionally distinct protein isoforms. As a member of our research team you will systematically study the distribution, frequency, regulation and functional consequences of RNA editing in bacteria using state-of-the-art biochemical methods, next generation sequencing and computational analyses.

The deadline for applications is November 15th 2024 but applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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Jena Alliance "Life in Focus"

The JSMC is part of the Jena Alliance "Life in Focus" that promotes a nationally and internationally visible excellent graduate qualification at the Friedrich Schiller University Jena.

Under the umbrella of the Graduate Academy, the Jena Alliance networks and strengthens the established graduate programmes: Jena School for Microbial Communication (JSMC), Jena School of Molecular Medicine (JSMM), Abbe School of Photonics (ASP) and Max Planck School of Photonics (MPSP).

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