Postdoctoral Fellow Positions – UC Davis: The Hess Lab at the University of California, Davis, in collaboration with UC Berkeley, invites applications for two postdoctoral fellow positions. These roles are focused on advancing research into rumen microbiomes to promote cattle health and reduce methane emissions. Successful candidates will join a multi-disciplinary team working at the intersection of microbiology, molecular biology, enzymology, and anaerobic digestion.
Postdoctoral Fellow Positions – UC Davis (Hess Lab)
Summary Table
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Designation | Postdoctoral Fellow |
| Number of Positions | 2 |
| Research Areas | (1) Enzyme Discovery & Optimization (2) Rumen Microbiology & Anaerobic Digestion |
| Location | University of California, Davis & University of California, Berkeley |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD in microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or related fields |
| Experience Required | ≤ 3 years post-PhD, with expertise in molecular/microbial practices, cell culture, and/or bioreactors |
| Application Deadline | [Insert Date Here] |
| How to Apply | Email a single PDF (Cover Letter, CV, References) to Dr. Matthias Hess (mhess@ucdavis.edu) |
Designation
Postdoctoral Fellow
Research Areas
- Position 1: Enzyme Discovery & Optimization
- Position 2: Rumen Microbiology & Anaerobic Digestion
Location
- University of California, Davis
- University of California, Berkeley
Eligibility/Qualification
- PhD (or equivalent international degree) in microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or related fields (required by appointment start date).
- No more than three years of post-degree research experience by the start date.
- Advanced experience with basic molecular and/or microbial practices.
- Experience with cell culture and/or bioreactors.
Job Description
The successful candidates will:
- Work as part of a multi-disciplinary, multi-institutional team at UC Davis and UC Berkeley.
- Lead and conduct wet-lab experiments and some bioinformatic analyses.
- Collaborate closely with the PI (Dr. Matthias Hess), Hess Lab members, and external partners.
- Contribute to research aimed at developing microbiomes that reduce methane emissions in cattle and other anaerobic systems (e.g., digesters).
How to Apply
Interested candidates should email ONE PDF file containing the following documents to Dr. Matthias Hess (mhess@ucdavis.edu):
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- References: Names and contact details for 3–5 referees
Last Date to Apply
Until position filled
