PhD in Cellular Agriculture: Are you passionate about the future of sustainable food production and eager to contribute to the fast-developing field of cellular agriculture? We are seeking a mission-driven individual to join our team as a PhD candidate, focusing on media formulation for cultivated meat and seafood.
Designation: PhD Student
Research Area:
- Centromeres in Plant Adaptation to Heat Stress
- RNA-Protein Condensates in Plant Reproduction and Stress Response
Location: Wageningen
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Successfully completed MSc degree in biotechnology, bioprocess engineering, biomedical sciences, biomedical engineering, cell biology, food science, or another relevant field.
- Hands-on expertise with mammalian cell culture techniques.
- Experience with laboratory techniques such as qPCR, immunohistochemistry, HPLC, etc.
- Strong critical thinking and organizational skills.
- Excellent writing and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- In-depth knowledge of the field and technology state-of-the-art.
- Experience with bioprocess engineering is a plus.
- English language proficiency at C1 level.
Job Description:
As a PhD student, your responsibilities include:
- Cell isolation, 2D and 3D cell culture.
- Preparation and characterization of extracts from different organisms.
- Screening of compounds for cell-specific media formulation.
- Planning and execution of experiments.
- Data collection, analysis, reporting, and presentation of experimental data.
We Offer You:
- Fully funded PhD position.
- Tailored course program.
- Excellent terms of employment, including partially paid parental leave and a fixed December bonus.
- Strong focus on vitality with access to sports facilities.
- Temporary contract for 18 months, extendable based on project performance.
How to Apply:
Send inquiries to karel.riha@ceitec.muni.cz and submit your registration through the following link: CEITEC PhD Doctoral Program
Application Deadline: 28 February 2024
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