Postdoctoral Researcher: Forest Fungi: The Department of Environmental Sciences at the University of Basel is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the research group “Plant Microbe Interactions.” This position involves studying the ecology of deep soil forest fungi in collaboration with the Institute for Applied Plant Biology in Switzerland and the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences. The research focuses on uncovering the diversity and functional properties of ectomycorrhizal communities in deep forest soils.
Postdoctoral Researcher Ecology of Deep Soil Forest Fungi
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area:
Ecology of deep soil forest fungi, with a focus on ectomycorrhizal communities in forest soils.
Location: University of Basel, Switzerland
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Doctoral degree in microbial ecology, forest biology, or related fields
- Experience in fungal ecology, genomics, bioinformatics, and statistics
- Strong motivation and proactive mindset
- Ability to work in an interdisciplinary and international environment
- Fluency in spoken and written English
- Experience in forest ecology and biogeochemistry is a plus
Job Description:
The selected candidate will be responsible for characterizing deep soil fungal communities using long-read sequencing and shotgun metagenomics. This will involve analyzing environmental metadata such as soil chemistry, N deposition, and tree physiology to gain insights into how soil fungi impact tree health. The position includes collaborative work in an international setting, periodic work abroad in Sweden, and access to state-of-the-art research facilities.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a complete application in PDF format, including a motivation letter, CV, publication record, and contact details of two references. Applications must be uploaded to the recruiting portal. For more information, please contact Prof. Björn Lindahl (bjorn.lindahl@slu.se) or Prof. Klaus Schlaeppi (klaus.schlaeppi@unibas.ch).
Last Date for Apply: Applications will be reviewed starting from DIN week 45 and will continue until the position is filled. Apply now at www.unibas.ch.
