Postdoctoral Researcher – Biology: The Netherlands Institute for Sea Research (NIOZ) is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join the Spang Team within the Department of Marine Microbiology and Biogeochemistry (MMB). The successful candidate will investigate the biology of DPANN archaea and their hosts, focusing on cultivation, microscopy, transcriptomics, microbial genomics, and symbiotic relationships.
Postdoctoral Researcher – Biology of DPANN Archaea and Their Hosts
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area:
Marine Microbiology & Biogeochemistry (MMB)
Location: ‘t Horntje, Texel, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Ph.D. in a relevant field
- Background in cultivation, omics, microscopy, molecular biology, or related fields
Job Description:
The postdoctoral researcher will be responsible for identifying hosts of uncultivated DPANN symbionts, enriching and characterizing DPANN representatives, and elucidating symbiont-host interactions. The focus will be on Candidatus Nanohaloarchaeum antarcticus and Halorubrum lacusprofundi host to expand our knowledge of DPANN archaea-host systems and gain insights into the functional role of DPANN symbionts.
Table:
| Job Type | Postdoctoral Researcher |
|---|---|
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Duration | 21 months |
| Salary | CAO-WVOI scale 10 or 11 depending on experience |
| Benefits | Pension scheme, holiday allowance, relocation support, etc. |
| Travel | 2nd class public transportation reimbursed 100% |
How to Apply:
Candidates are required to submit their application including their CV, cover letter, and details of two references. For additional information or inquiries, please contact Dr. Anja Spang. Submissions can be made via the NIOZ website.
Last Date for Apply: 11 October 2024
