Postdoctoral Researcher – Microbial Ecology: Join the Environmental Metagenomics group led by Prof. Dr. Probst at the Research Center One Health Ruhr, University Alliance Ruhr, as part of the Department of Chemistry at the University of Duisburg-Essen. The ERC Synergy project “Archean Park” invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in microbial ecology. This highly interdisciplinary project aims to explore microbial metabolism during the Archean Eon, focusing on the deep biosphere in high-CO2 ecosystems hundreds of meters below ground.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher (f/m/d)
Research Area: Microbial Ecology
Location: Research Center One Health Ruhr, University Alliance Ruhr, University of Duisburg-Essen, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD, Dr. rer. nat., or equivalent with a focus on microbiology, microbial ecology, geomicrobiology, or similar.
- Proficient knowledge in bioinformatics.
- Experience in integration and statistical analyses of ‘omics datasets.
- Expertise in genome-resolved metagenomics and/or lipidomics.
- Advanced knowledge in shell, python, and/or R.
- Basic wet lab experience in biomolecule extraction from environmental samples (e.g., DNA extraction).
- Experience in fieldwork, cultivation, and handling bioreactors (a plus).
- Excellent command of written and spoken English.
- Self-initiative, inventiveness, creativity, good interpersonal skills, and flexibility.
Job Description:
As a Postdoctoral Researcher, you will:
- Utilize cutting-edge short- and long-read metagenomics.
- Analyze complex datasets by integrating different omics.
- Explore bacteria and archaea metabolism in silico.
- Contribute to fieldwork and research expeditions to drilling sites.
- Collaborate with research groups at MARUM Bremen, WWU Münster, and GFZ Potsdam.
- Engage in the Water Graduate School for tailored education and career development.
We Offer You:
- A varied, multifaceted field of activity in a research-intensive environment.
- An interesting, responsible job with great creative potential.
- Interdisciplinary research at a very high level.
- A non-discriminatory working environment with respectful, appreciative cooperation.
- A pleasant working atmosphere in a dynamic team.
- A broad range of further education and training opportunities, individual mentoring.
How to Apply: Submit applications and inquiries with reference code 036-24 to: Prof. Dr. Probst
University Duisburg-Essen
Faculty of Chemistry
45117 Essen
Telephone: +49 (0) 201/183 – 7085
Email: Alexander.Probst@uni-due.de; Maximiliane.Ackers@uni-due.de
Disclaimer: This job post is based on information obtained from a reliable source. For further details and confirmation, please check the official site of the University of Duisburg-Essen.
Application Deadline: 21 February 2024 (Note: Please check the official site for the most accurate and up-to-date information.)
