Postdoctoral Fellow – Specialist/Microbial Ecologist: Join our team at the School of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Health, Academic Division at QUT as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow. This role focuses on employing anaerobic bioreactors to study critical climate-related microbiological systems. You will have the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research in either rumen microbiome modulation or methane cycling across permafrost thaw landscapes.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow – Anaerobic Bioreactor Specialist/Microbial Ecologist
Summary Table:
- Reference number: 24229
- Term: Fixed-term, full-time basis for 1 year
- Remuneration: $AUD91,258 to $AUD123,829 pa (LEVA)
- Location: Translational Research Institute
Designation: Postdoctoral Research Fellow – Anaerobic Bioreactor Specialist/Microbial Ecologist
Research Area: Anaerobic microbiology, methane metabolism, microbial ecology
Location: Translational Research Institute, Brisbane, Australia
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD in microbiology, process engineering, or related field
- Experience with anaerobic culture and/or operation of anaerobic bioreactors
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team, organize tasks effectively, and meet project deadlines
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to critically assess existing literature and methods
Job Description:
The successful applicant will conduct research using anaerobic bioreactors to investigate microbial communities in climate-critical anaerobic systems. This includes setting up long-term bioreactors simulating environmental conditions to study methane metabolism and cycling. Key responsibilities include enrichment and isolation of microorganisms for detailed characterization.
How to Apply:
To apply, visit [link] and submit your application by 26th May 2024, 11:30 PM AEST.
Last Date for Apply:
Applications close on 26th May 2024 at 11:30 PM AEST.
Join us at QUT and be part of a collaborative and innovative research environment, where your work will contribute to addressing critical challenges in microbial ecology. Explore more benefits and apply today!
