Postdoctoral Position in Microbiology: The Department of Biology, Section of Microbiology, at the University of Copenhagen, invites applications for a Postdoctoral position focused on the fundamental study of phage-bacterial interactions, aimed at combating antibiotic resistance. This position is financed by the Carlsberg Foundation.
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Microbiology, Phage-Bacterial Interactions |
| Location | Department of Biology, University of Copenhagen |
| Start Date | November 1, 2025, or as soon as possible thereafter |
| Duration | Initial 2 years, with possible extension depending on project progress and performance |
Eligibility/Qualification
- Essential:
- PhD in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related fields.
- Solid knowledge of molecular microbiology, bacterial stress response, and phage biology.
- Strong wet-lab experience (molecular cloning, microbial culturing).
- Interest in phage biology and antimicrobial resistance.
- Preferred:
- Evidence of scientific writing (thesis/publications).
- Experience with omics data analysis (especially RNA-seq).
- Skills in bioinformatics tools (R/Python).
Job Description
The selected candidate will engage in:
- Independent research projects under supervision.
- Molecular, physiological, and systematic studies of E. coli-phage interaction mechanisms.
- Dissemination of findings through teaching and scientific papers aimed at high-impact journals.
- Participation in academic exchanges, potentially in China, Switzerland, or Germany.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications electronically by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button. Applications must include:
- Motivated letter of application (max. one page)
- Curriculum vitae
- Original diplomas for Bachelor, Master, or PhD and transcripts
- Publication list (if available)
Last Date to Apply
September 4, 2025, at 23:59 GMT +2
For more information, please visit the Department of Biology, University of Copenhagen.
