4-year PhD Position: The University of Geneva is offering a fully-funded 4-year PhD position in the newly established Microbiota-gut-brain axis and Behaviour laboratory, led by Dr. Joanito Liberti. This position is perfect for a creative and collaborative scientist interested in investigating the behavioural effects of gut symbionts in social bees and their molecular bases.
Fully-funded 4-year PhD Position at the University of Geneva
Summary Table
| Designation | Fully-funded PhD Position |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Microbiota-gut-brain axis, Behavioural Ecology, Molecular Biology |
| Location | University of Geneva, Switzerland |
| Eligibility/Qualification | MSc in relevant fields, Experience in experimental design and behavioural studies, Proficiency in statistical data analysis and scientific writing |
| Job Description | Investigate the role of gut microbiota in regulating bee behaviours, conduct molecular analyses, collaborate within and outside the university, utilize state-of-the-art technologies |
| How to Apply | Send application package (cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, two academic referees) as a single PDF to Dr. Joanito Liberti at joanito.liberti@gmail.com |
| Last Date to Apply | June 28th, 2024 |
Designation
Fully-funded PhD Position
Research Area
Microbiota-gut-brain axis, Behavioural Ecology, Molecular Biology
Location
University of Geneva, Switzerland
Eligibility/Qualification
- MSc in evolutionary biology, behavioural ecology, microbiology, molecular biology, or a related field.
- Experience in experimental design and behavioural studies.
- Knowledge of next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies and related bioinformatics analyses.
- Some knowledge of R, Python, and/or Bash, and Linux operating systems.
- Proficiency in statistical data analysis and scientific writing.
- Experience working with bees is beneficial but not required.
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Investigate the role of gut microbiota in regulating bee behaviours.
- Conduct analyses of the underlying molecular mechanisms (e.g., using microscopy, metagenomics, metabolomics, transcriptomics, and/or epigenomics).
- Collaborate within the University of Geneva and with international partners.
- Utilize state-of-the-art technologies including advanced microscopy and NGS.
- Engage in cutting-edge courses within the Ecology and Evolution Program of the PhD school.
How to Apply
Informal inquiries about the position are welcome. To apply, send your application package as a single PDF file to Dr. Joanito Liberti at joanito.liberti@gmail.com. The application should include:
- A cover letter detailing your research interests and relevant experience (1 page).
- A curriculum vitae (CV).
- Copies of academic transcripts and certificates.
- Names and contact details of two academic referees.
Last Date for Application
The closing date for applications is June 28th, 2024. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews shortly after this date.
By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research aimed at understanding the proximate and ultimate mechanisms of microbiota-brain interactions and their impact on animal behaviour. We look forward to receiving your application!
