Postdoctoral Researcher in Microbiome Research: The Leibniz Institute for Natural Product Research and Infection Biology (Leibniz-HKI) invites talented candidates to apply for the position of Postdoctoral Researcher in Microbiome Research. This role focuses on mapping the human gut microbiota-diet interactome within the Microbiome Dynamics (MBD) Department, contributing to personalized nutrition at a micro-level of precision.
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher (M/F/DIV) in Microbiome Research
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Microbiome Research |
| Location | Jena, Germany |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Doctoral degree in Systems Biology, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or related discipline |
| Job Description | Apply metagenomic-based bioinformatic approaches and AI to design computational roadmaps linking dietary molecules with bacterial interactions. Collaborate with national and international projects focusing on the microbiome in significant diseases. |
| How to Apply | Complete applications in English should include: – Cover letter – CV with a complete list of publications – Brief statement of research experiences – Certificate of study/transcript of records – Addresses of two possible referees Submit via the Leibniz-HKI online application system. |
| Last Date to Apply | January 31, 2025 (Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis) |
Research Area
The Microbiome Dynamics Department focuses on developing microbiome-based strategies for the detection, monitoring, treatment, and prevention of human diseases.
Eligibility/Qualification
- Doctoral degree in Systems Biology, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
- Strong interest in collaborative research across various domains, expertise in analysis of metagenomics and biological high-throughput data.
- Knowledge of statistical methods in biological systems.
- Proficiency in programming (Python, Perl, C++, R).
- Well-developed collaborative skills.
Job Description
As a Postdoctoral Researcher, you will:
- Contribute to mapping the human gut microbiota-diet interactome.
- Utilize metagenomic-based bioinformatic approaches to establish computational roadmaps that link dietary molecules with bacterial interactions.
- Collaborate on national and international research projects addressing the role of the microbiome in significant global diseases.
- Work within a team dedicated to academic excellence in a respectful and open-minded environment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should prepare a complete application including:
- A cover letter
- A CV containing a complete list of publications
- A brief statement of research experiences
- A certificate of study / transcript of records
- The addresses of two possible referees
All applications should be submitted via the Leibniz-HKI online application system.
Last Date to Apply
The application deadline is January 31, 2025, though submissions will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
For further inquiries, please contact Prof. Dr. Gianni Panagiotou at +49 3641 532 1759 or via email at carrer@hki-jena.de.
