Postdoc position: Quantitative Biology, University of Basel, Switzerland

PhD Fellowship IN Switzerland

Postdoc position: Quantitative Biology : The University of Basel’s Biozentrum invites applications for a Postdoc position in the field of quantitative biology of non-growing bacteria. This 100% position, funded by an SNF grant, is for an initial two years, with the possibility of extension. The research, led by Prof. Erik van Nimwegen, focuses on Escherichia coli during stationary phase, studying cell physiology, gene expression, and evolutionary aspects at the single-cell level. The successful candidate will employ a range of experimental techniques and collaborate with theoretical researchers in the lab.

TitlePostdoc position: quantitative biology of non-growing bacteria (100%)
LocationBiozentrum, University of Basel
DesignationPostdoctoral Position
Research AreaQuantitative Biology of Non-growing Bacteria
Eligibility/QualificationPhD in biophysics, quantitative biology, microbiology, or evolution. Experience in microscopy, microfluidics, and programming for data analysis or mathematical modeling.
Job DescriptionResearch involves studying Escherichia coli during stationary phase, exploring cell physiology, and gene expression in non-growing states at the single-cell level. Use of experimental techniques from molecular biology, genetics, video-microscopy, microfluidics, and microfabrication, along with data analysis and modeling. Customized project based on candidate’s interests and skills.
How to ApplyApply online by submitting a brief cover letter, full CV, and addresses of two references. Only online applications via the portal will be accepted.
Last Date for ApplyReview of applications begins upon receipt and continues until the position is filled.

Location: Biozentrum, University of Basel

Designation: Postdoctoral Position

Research Area: Quantitative Biology of Non-growing Bacteria

Eligibility/Qualification:

  • PhD in biophysics, quantitative biology, microbiology, or evolution.
  • Experience in microscopy, microfluidics, and programming for data analysis or mathematical modeling.

Job Description: The postdoc will investigate Escherichia coli during stationary phase, exploring physiological and evolutionary aspects. The project involves using experimental techniques such as molecular biology, genetics, video-microscopy, microfluidics, and microfabrication. The candidate will also utilize cutting-edge data analysis and modeling techniques, collaborating with theoretical researchers in the lab. The project will be tailored to the interests and skills of the successful candidate.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should apply online by submitting a brief cover letter, a full, up-to-date CV, and addresses of two references. Online applications must be submitted via the application portal.

Last Date for Apply: Review of applications begins upon receipt and continues until the position is filled.

Note: Only online applications via the application portal will be accepted. For general inquiries, please contact thomas.julou@unibas.ch.

About the Van Nimwegen Lab: The Van Nimwegen Lab at Basel University’s Biozentrum is an international and multidisciplinary team with expertise in transcription regulation, cell-to-cell variability, genome evolution, and probabilistic data analysis. The group comprises both experimental and theoretical researchers working collaboratively to combine statistical and computational tools with quantitative experiments. For more information, visit www.biozentrum.unibas.ch/nimwegen/.

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