Postdoctoral Researcher in Computational (Meta)Genomics: Wageningen University & Research is seeking an ambitious and enthusiastic postdoctoral researcher to contribute to groundbreaking research in the field of computational omics strategies for microbiome analysis. This position will focus on the development and analysis of biosynthetic pathways for bioactive compounds with potential applications in medicine and agriculture.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Computational (Meta)Genomics
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Bioinformatics, Microbiology, Computational Biology |
| Location | Wageningen, Netherlands |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD in bioinformatics or computational biology; strong programming skills (Python), experience with omics data, and proficient in English (C1 level) |
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Conduct computational (meta)genome mining analyses of biosynthetic gene clusters.
- Develop or improve existing computational tools and strategies for genome mining.
- Collaborate with international partners across a European consortium.
- Work within the Bioinformatics chair group at Wageningen University.
Responsibilities
- Mining and analyzing microbiomes for biosynthetic pathways related to antimicrobials, antioxidants, and other bioactive compounds.
- Implementation of algorithms to predict structures and functions of metabolites and their ecological roles.
- Engage in collaborative research efforts with colleagues in the Bioinformatics chair group and partner institutions.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the Wageningen University & Research website. Applications must be sent via the online application system.
Last Date to Apply
March 24, 2025
For further inquiries, please contact Marnix Medema at marnix.medema@wur.nl or Dax Teunissen at vacaturemeldingen.psg@wur.nl for procedural questions.
