PhD Fellowship in Alternative Hydrogen: Aarhus University invites applications for a PhD fellowship within the Graduate School of Technical Sciences. The research project focuses on unveiling the alternative hydrogen pathway in cattle rumen, aimed at mitigating methane emissions while improving food security. The successful candidate will engage in innovative research integrating bioinformatics, metagenomics, and microbiology.
PhD Fellowship in Alternative Hydrogen Pathway in Cattle Rumen
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PhD Fellowship in Alternative Hydrogen Pathway in Cattle Rumen
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Microbial Ecology, Metagenomics, Quantitative Genetics |
| Location | Aarhus University, C. F. Møllers Allé 3B, Building 1130, 8000 Aarhus C, Denmark |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Master’s degree (120 ECTS) in Microbiology or equivalent; strong skills in culturing; experience in scientific programming (Python/R); understanding of metagenomics (advantage); excellent English proficiency. |
| Job Description | – Conduct metagenomic assembly – Identify novel species in cattle rumen – Quantify species abundance – Apply statistical analysis and data mining – Isolate and cultivate target species – Execute functional validation of isolated species. |
| How to Apply | Submit your application via the link under ‘how to apply’ on the Aarhus University website. Include a copy of the project description as a PDF in the application. |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 May 2025 at 23:59 CEST |
This PhD project is part of the “SustainCattle” initiative, funded by the Independent Research Fund, aimed at developing strategies to mitigate methane emissions from cattle, contributing to environmental sustainability and food security.
For further inquiries, please contact:
- Zexi Cai: zexi.cai@qgg.au.dk
- Samantha Joan Noel: samantha.noel@anivet.au.dk
All interested candidates are encouraged to apply, regardless of personal backgrounds. Aarhus University fosters an inclusive work environment and values diversity among its academic community.
