Open Postdoc Position: We are looking for a passionate postdoctoral researcher with expertise in synthetic biology to join our team. This position focuses on understanding and engineering genetic circuits in bacterial cells. The project involves optimizing genetic parts for different cellular hosts and utilizing directed evolution methods to enhance their functionality. If you are excited about shaping context-dependent behavior in bacterial cells and have a background in synthetic biology, this is a great opportunity for you.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Synthetic Biology
Location: Centre for Plant Biotechnology and Genomics (CBGP), Technical University of Madrid (UPM), Spain
Eligibility/Qualification: The ideal candidate should possess a doctoral degree in synthetic biology, bioengineering, directed evolution, or a related field. Essential qualifications include expertise in molecular biology methods, gene editing, assembly protocols, and testing procedures (e.g., flow cytometry, RNA quantification, etc.). Knowledge of laboratory automation and automation facilities is a plus. Experience working with bacterial species, preferably Pseudomonas protegens, is highly desirable.
Job Description: As a postdoctoral researcher, your responsibilities will include:
- Optimizing existing genetic parts for different cellular hosts.
- Using directed evolution methods to identify robust and efficient genetic components.
- Setting up modular cloning techniques for high-throughput assembly of genetic circuits.
- Contributing to a project applying synthetic biology approaches to agriculture.
- Collaborating with research groups at CBGP, including Elena Caro, Alejandro Couce, and Angel Gofi-Moreno.
- Opportunities for career development, including co-supervising students, applying for funding, teaching, and presenting research at international conferences.
- Competitive salary with benefits through the Spanish National Social Security System.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should send a single PDF file containing a motivation letter and a CV with publication list to Angel Gofi-Moreno at angel.goni@upm.es. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide the names and complete contact information of two references. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found, so early applications are encouraged. Please include the word “EMMA” in the subject line.
Last Date for Apply: Open until a suitable candidate is found
