PhD and Postdoc Positions: Genetic Toolbox Development & Metabolic Engineering 2074 views

The Max Planck Institute for Dynamics of Complex Technical Systems has doctoral and a postdoctoral position (m/f/d) available in Steffen Klamt’s. The group develops and applies algorithms and computational techniques for mathematical modeling and targeted modification of biological networks.

About the project:

• The main focus is the application of computational methods for the rational metabolic engineering of microorganisms to optimize biotechnological processes.
• For a research project (funded by The Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF)), combines innovative computational and experimental techniques to establish Zymomonas mobilis as an industrial platform microorganism

Study fields:

• Biotechnology
• Metabolic Engineering
• Microbiology
• Genetics
• Systems Biology
• Synthetic Biology
• Biochemical Engineering / Biosystems Engineering

Requirements:

Experiences in the following areas are of particular advantage:

• Genetic engineering and bioreactor fermentations of Escherichia coli, Zymomonas mobilis or other prokaryotic microorganisms.
• Genetic toolbox development for prokaryotic organisms
• Strain development and metabolic engineering
• Basic Knowledge in mathematical modeling of metabolic networks or model-based metabolic engineering is not mandatory but would be a plus

Applications:

Applicants to prepare a single PDF file and send it to klamt@mpi-magdeburg.mpg.de containing the following:

• An application letter
• CV
• Certificates
• A short statement of research interests
• A brief description of scientific achievements including a publication list (mandatory for Postdocs only)
• Contact information for two references