PHD STUDENT MICROBIAL METABOLISM: An exciting fully funded 4-year PhD position is available for a PHD STUDENT in Microbial Metabolism focusing on the Fermentation of Plant-Based Protein at VU Amsterdam, Faculty of Science.
PHD STUDENT MICROBIAL METABOLISM; FERMENTATION OF PLANT-BASED PROTEIN
Designation:
PHD STUDENT – Microbial Metabolism; Fermentation of Plant-Based Protein
Research Area:
Microbial Metabolism, Omics, Data Science, and Fermentation
Location:
VU Amsterdam, Faculty of Science, Amsterdam
Eligibility/Qualification:
- MSc degree specializing in (Molecular) Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Bio(physics), Systems Biology, or a related field
- Experience working in a microbiological or biochemical laboratory
- Strong interest in metabolism, high-throughput microbiological technologies, and pathway analysis
- Excellent planning, analytical, and writing skills
- Good team worker
Job Description:
As a PHD STUDENT, your responsibilities will include:
- Design and execute experiments in molecular microbiology, omics technologies, systems biology, and bioinformatics
- Conduct data analysis and interpretation
- Present scientific findings internally and at scientific meetings
- Write scientific publications leading to a dissertation
- Supervise bachelor and master students
- Teach students
How to Apply:
Interested applicants are requested to respond before the 31st of October, 2024 via the application button on the website. Upload the following documents:
- Letter describing abilities and motivation
- Detailed curriculum vitae with two or three references
- List of grades, TOEFL and/or IETLS scores (if available)
- Sample of a written report in English
Last Date for Apply:
October 31, 2024
For further questions about the vacancy, please contact Herwig Bachmann, Assistant Professor. This is a fantastic opportunity to dive into the world of microbial metabolism and contribute to the development of sustainable plant-based foods. Apply now and be part of this innovative research endeavor!
