Postdoctoral Researcher in Soil Biogeochemistry: The Soil Biogeochemistry group at the University of Lausanne (UNIL) is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join their team. The successful candidate will conduct cutting-edge research on the dynamics of microbe-mineral-organic matter interactions in the rhizosphere and their vulnerability to climate change.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher (1ER Assistant.e)
Research Area: Soil Biogeochemistry
Location: Institute of Earth Surface Dynamics (IDYST), Faculty of Geosciences and Environment (FGSE), University of Lausanne, Switzerland
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Excellent PhD in biogeosciences, geochemistry, microbiology, or a related field
- Strong background in biogeochemical processes within soils, particularly plant-microbe-mineral interactions
- Prior experience with spectroscopic, microscopic, and mass spectrometry tools to characterize minerals and organic matter
- Familiarity with experiments in plant and soil sciences, basic wet chemical lab procedures and analyses, and data analysis
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; working knowledge of French is preferable
Job Description:
- Develop and lead independent research on the dynamics of microbe-mineral-organic matter interactions in the rhizosphere and their vulnerability to climate change
- Utilize cutting-edge geochemical and molecular approaches, including stable isotope tracers, spectro/microscopic techniques, and microsensors
- Work collaboratively within the Soil Biogeochemistry group and with an extensive network of international collaborators
- Contribute to mentoring of Bachelor and Masters students and assist with Masters-level field and laboratory courses (up to 25% of time)
How to Apply:
Please submit your application, including a motivation letter, curriculum vitae, university degree certificates, and contact information for two academic references, through the UNIL online application system.
Last Date to Apply: January 30, 2025
