Postdoctoral Fellow – Microbiology: The Storelli Lab at the Centre for Organismal Studies (COS), Heidelberg University, Germany, is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join our team. Our lab investigates the interactions between animals and their microbiome, utilizing Drosophila and model gut bacteria to explore symbiotic relationships that impact essential animal physiology. This postdoctoral position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative and dynamic research environment, with access to world-class facilities.
Designation: Postdoctoral Fellow
Research Area: Microbiology, Gut Microbiome, Symbiosis, Drosophila Model, Bacterial Metabolism
Location: Centre for Organismal Studies (COS), Heidelberg University, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD degree in Microbiology, Life Sciences, or related fields.
- Strong background in microbiology, particularly bacterial engineering (including targeted and random mutagenesis), Tn-seq, omics (RNA-seq, metabolomics), and bioinformatics.
- Proficiency in English (written and spoken) as it is the working language in the lab.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
- Creativity, motivation, and curiosity to pursue cutting-edge research.
Job Description:
The selected Postdoctoral Fellow will conduct research using model gut bacteria and the Drosophila gastrointestinal tract to uncover how the intestinal environment influences bacterial metabolism and physiology. The project will involve multi-omics approaches, providing the opportunity to work with genetic tools, high-throughput sequencing, and advanced bioinformatics. The position is set to start in March 2025 for an initial period of 2 years, with potential for extension, and offers a competitive salary based on the 13 TV-L German pay scale.
How to Apply:
Please submit the following materials:
- PhD degree and Master’s transcripts.
- A detailed CV (no photo required), including publications and contact details of at least two academic referees.
- A summary of your research expertise (max. 2 pages).
- A one-page cover letter.
Ensure all application materials are in English and email them to Gilles Storelli at storelliapplication@gmail.com with the subject line: “Storelli Lab Application.” Applications without this subject line will not be considered.
Last Date for Apply: January 31, 2025
Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
