PhD Student Position in Assembly: The Microbial Community Assembly Group at the Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology (Eawag) is offering a fully funded PhD position for a four-year research project. The project will be conducted at Eawag, and the PhD degree will be awarded from the Institute of Ecology and Evolution at the University of Geneva. The research aims to understand how microbial spatial organization influences polymicrobial interactions during infection. The focus is on pathogens like Escherichia coli and Enterococcus faecalis. The project will involve experiments with synthetic microbial communities and mathematical modeling to develop strategies for preventing or treating polymicrobial infections.
PhD Student Position in Microbial Community Assembly
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| Designation | Research Area | Location | Eligibility/Qualification | Job Type | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PhD Student | Microbial Community Assembly | Eawag, Switzerland | MS degree (or equivalent) in biology, microbiology, ecology, engineering, or environmental sciences. Strong scientific communication skills. Willingness to engage with international collaborators. | Full-time | March 1, 2024 |
Eligibility/Qualification:
- MS degree (or equivalent) in biology, microbiology, ecology, engineering, or environmental sciences.
- Demonstrated skills in scientific communication.
- Willingness to engage with international collaborators.
- Familiarity with experimental microbiology and computer programming is valuable but not strictly necessary.
- Oral and written fluency in English is required.
Job Description: The successful candidate will be involved in a cross-disciplinary project comprising approximately 70% experimental work and 30% mathematical modeling. The research will address timely questions related to polymicrobial interactions during infection. The candidate should have a strong interest in experimental microbiology and be capable of integrating principles from systems biology and ecological research. The working environment at Eawag encourages diversity, inclusion, and a friendly atmosphere. The candidate is expected to start no later than September 1, 2024.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a single PDF file of less than 10MB to david.johnson@eawag.ch. The application should include a cover letter with a concise statement about motivation (1 page maximum), a curriculum vitae, and names/contact information of 2-3 academic references. Do not include any additional documents beyond those requested.
Last Date for Apply: March 1, 2024. The review process will commence on March 14, 2024. The start date is flexible but ideally no later than September 1, 2024.
Disclaimer: This job post is sourced from a reliable channel. Applicants are strongly encouraged to verify the details on the official website of Eawag and contact Dr. David R. Johnson or Prof. Kimberly Kline for the latest and most accurate information.
