Summary:
The Netherlands Institute of Ecology (NIOO-KNAW) is seeking a dedicated microbiologist with a passion for molecular biology and natural product chemistry. This 2-year postdoctoral position will focus on ecology-inspired antibiotic discovery through the exploration of endophytic microorganisms.
Postdoc in Microbiology, The Netherlands Institute of Ecology, Wageningen, Netherlands
Designation: Postdoc Microbiology
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Ecology-Inspired Antibiotic Discovery |
| Location | Wageningen, Netherlands |
| Eligibility/Qualification | – PhD in Microbiology or related field |
| – Experience in molecular biology and genomics | |
| – Skills in high-throughput bioassays for antibiotic discovery | |
| Job Description | – Genome mining of endophytic microorganisms to discover novel biosynthetic gene clusters. |
| – Design ecology-inspired approaches to activate silent gene clusters that encode novel natural products. | |
| – Test natural products against multi-drug resistant bacterial pathogens. | |
| – Collaborate with colleagues and supervise/mentor MSc students and Research Assistants. | |
| – Report and publish research findings. | |
| How to Apply | Interested candidates should send a cover letter summarizing their motivation and experience, a CV, and contact details of two referees to: Jos Raaijmakers. |
| Last Date for Apply | May 14, 2026 |
Join us in discovering novel antibiotic leads and contribute to ecological research for a sustainable world!
