Postdoctoral Researcher 2019 in Finland, Aalto University
Designation/Position- Postdoctoral Researcher 2019 in Finland
Aalto University, Finland invites application for Postdoctoral Researcher 2019 in Finland from eligible and interested candidates
About- Aalto University is a community of bold thinkers where science and art meet technology and business. We are committed to identifying and solving grand societal challenges and building an innovative future. Aalto University has six schools with nearly 20 000 students and more than 400 professors. Our campuses are located in Espoo and Helsinki, Finland. Postdoctoral Researcher 2019 in Finland
Research/Job Area- Metabolic engineering, genetics, systems biology, microbial physiology or biophysics or related area
Location- Aalto University, Finland
Eligibility/Qualification–
- PhD in a suitable field, such as metabolic engineering, genetics, systems biology, microbial physiology or biophysics
- Be highly committed to science and strive for excellence
- Develop own smart ideas and think independently
- Be able to focus on solving tough scientific problems
- Have good written and oral communication skills in English
Skills, knowledge or interest in some of the following areas are highly appreciated:
- Microbial pathway engineering and regulation
- Quantification of intracellular metabolites
- Electro(bio)chemistry
- Bioinformatics and genetics
- Metabolic modelling and thermodynamics
- Biochemistry
Job/Position Description- The project may be adjusted according to the talents and preferences of the applicants. Most experiments will be performed in anaerobic chambers or custom-made vessels. It involves pathway engineering in the genetically tractable methanogens Methanococcus maripaludis and Methanosarcina. Tasks areas are:
- Implementation of pathway-parts from acetogens into methanogens
- Development of methods to regulate NAD(P)H vs. NAD(P)+ levels in methanogens
- Expression of electron-bifurcating hydrogenases
- Understanding of regulation in methanogens
- Development of new ways of energy conservation in model methanogens
- Cultivation of methanogens and methanotrophs in bioelectric systems
The call is open until Aug 7th, but review of candidates starts July 1st.
How to Apply-
The application should include the following:
- Cover letter (start as follows: “I am interested in this position because… “)
- CV, incl. list of publications
- Research interest description
- Names and contact details of references
All materials should be provided in English through the online recruitment system
Last Date for Apply– 7 August 2019