# IPK Leibniz-Institut jobs and careers

> 0 open roles at IPK Leibniz-Institut as of October 23, 2026. Source: https://www.thejobsmap.com/company/ipk-leibniz-institut

The IPK is an internationally leading scientific institution in the fields of plant genetics and crop science. In four scientific departments and five independent working groups, the IPK focuses on revealing the underlying principles of evolution, development and adaptation of important crops. On this basis, it seeks innovative solutions in the fields of scientifically-based crop plant germplasm conservation and exploitation, aiming to improve resource use efficiency and enhance the sustainability of plant-based production. A unique feature of the institute is the close relationship enjoyed between its interdisciplinary and internationally focused research teams working within an ultramodern research infrastructure and the genetic diversity conservation activity carried out in one of the world’s longest established and largest ex situ gene banks. Scientific excellence, innovation and social relevance are brought together under the theme “Biodiversity and Performance” of crops. The IPK supports solutions for food security and the development of more sustainable production processes – the establishment of a bio-economy.

## Key facts

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| Open roles | 0 |
| Headquarters | Seeland, OT Gatersleben, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany |
| Founded | 1942 |
| Employees | 501 to 1,000 |
| Industries | Agriculture & Farming, Biotechnology, Education, Product Research |
| Website | https://ipk-gatersleben.de |

## Leadership

- Nicolaus von Wirén, Managing Director and Head of the Department Physiology and Cell Biology
- Mary Ann Blätke, Project Coordinator & Scientific Data Manager at DataPLANT (NFDI)
- Nils Stein, Principal Investigator, Group Leader
- Guido Fricke, Division Manager Of Scientific Equipment, Automation And Communication Technology

## Common questions

### Is IPK Leibniz-Institut hiring right now?

IPK Leibniz-Institut has no open roles listed as of October 23, 2026. Roles appear here as soon as they are posted on IPK Leibniz-Institut's careers site.

### Where is IPK Leibniz-Institut headquartered?

IPK Leibniz-Institut is headquartered in Seeland, OT Gatersleben, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany and was founded in 1942.

### Who leads IPK Leibniz-Institut?

Nicolaus von Wirén, Managing Director and Head of the Department Physiology and Cell Biology, is at the top of IPK Leibniz-Institut's org chart.

### How do I apply for a job at IPK Leibniz-Institut?

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