Ph.D. Scholarship: Antifouling Strategies: An exciting fully funded Ph.D. position is available at Polytechnique Montréal, in collaboration with the University of Montréal (UdeM). This interdisciplinary project explores bacterial adhesion mechanisms and aims to develop sustainable antifouling strategies with real-world ecological and industrial impact. The research is conducted under the joint supervision of Weiss Lab (Engineering Physics, Polytechnique) and Brun Lab (Faculty of Medicine, UdeM).
Ph.D. Scholarship Opportunity: Bacterial Bioadhesion and Sustainable Antifouling Strategies
Summary Table
| Position | Fully Funded Ph.D. Student |
|---|---|
| Location | Polytechnique Montréal, Montréal, QC, Canada |
| Start Date | Fall 2025 or Winter 2025 |
| Duration | 4 Years |
| Stipend | Starting at $26,000 CAD/year |
| Supervisors | Prof. Lucien Weiss & Prof. Yannick Brun |
| Deadline to Apply | Open until filled (Early application encouraged) |
Designation
Ph.D. Research Scholar
Research Area
- Bacterial Bioadhesion
- Sustainable Antifouling Strategies
- Microbiology
- Bioengineering
- Materials Science
- Biophysics
- Engineering Physics
Eligibility / Qualification
- Master’s degree in applied physics, biophysics, bioengineering, microbiology, molecular biology, biomedical engineering, engineering physics, or related disciplines
- Demonstrated interest in interdisciplinary research, particularly combining microbiology, microscopy, biophysics, and genetics
- Hands-on laboratory experience in techniques such as bacterial culture, molecular biology, and microscopy
- Strong analytical skills, scientific rigor, and the ability to work independently
Job Description
The selected Ph.D. student will work on:
- Isolation and characterization of native Caulobacterales strains from the St. Lawrence River.
- Molecular and biophysical investigation of bacterial adhesion, focusing on the ultra-strong holdfast adhesive.
- Use of advanced imaging and force measurement tools like AFM, optical tweezers, and super-resolution microscopy to study adhesion at the single-cell level.
What We Offer
- A stimulating, interdisciplinary research environment
- Access to state-of-the-art infrastructure and technologies
- Collaborative projects with academic and industrial partners
- Opportunities for scientific publications, conferences, and career development
- Contribution to environmentally and industrially impactful innovations
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send the following documents in a single PDF file to:
📧 lucien.weiss@polymtl.ca
Required Documents:
- One-page motivation letter summarizing interest and relevant experience
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Academic transcripts (unofficial copies accepted initially)
- Contact information of two referees
Applications from underrepresented groups in science are strongly encouraged.
Last Date to Apply
Deadline: Open until filled
Early applications are encouraged to ensure full consideration for Fall/Winter 2025 intake.
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