PhD (Doctoral) in Biotechnology and Applied Microbiology at Chalmers: The Division of Industrial Biotechnology, Chalmers invites online applications from experienced researcher for PhD student position in Biotechnology and Applied Microbiology. The position is limited to a maximum of five years (four years plus time for teaching.
About position: This position has an aim to explore non-conventional yeast species for identification of novel metabolic gene clusters dedicated to carbohydrate consumption. This project will generate new knowledge about carbohydrate metabolism in non-conventional yeasts as well as a portfolio of characterized transporters and enzymes. In this project a high level of teamwork is required both within the research group and division, other departments at Chalmers and with international collaborators.
Position: Ph.D.
Duration: 5 years (four years plus time for teaching).
Salary: As per norms.
Educational qualifications: Interested candidates must have a master’s level degree microbiology, biotechnology/bioengineering, molecular biology or other related disciplines with experiences and skills include recognised work experience in a biotechnology laboratory setting and theoretical knowledge and practical experience of molecular biology and microbiology. Candidates having hand-on experience in bioinformatics, genome editing techniques, heterologous protein expression, enzyme characterization, omics and analytical techniques will be preferred. Candidate must also be highly proficient in Swedish and English.
Closing Date: 15 December 2019
How to apply: Interested and eligible applicants may apply their applications with CV previous employments or leadership qualifications and positions of trust, 2 references and cover letter with 1-3 pages introducing yourself, describe previous research fields and main research results and Describe future goals and future research focus before 3th of January – 2020.
Contact Address: Assistant Professor Cecilia Geijer, Industrial Biotechnology,
cecilia.geijer@chalmers.se and Professor Lisbeth Olsson, Industrial Biotechnology,
| Quick Overview——– | |
| Organization | Chalmers |
| Position | Ph.D. |
| Country | Sweden |
| Subject areas | Microbiology, Biotechnology/Bioengineering, Molecular Biology |
| Salary | As per norms |
| Eligibility | Master degree in relevant subject |
| Deadline | 3th of January – 2020 |
For more information: For detailed announcement and instructions for submission of application, eligibility requirements, other terms and conditions, please visit the link given below.
