Postdoc Position: Microbiology/Molecular Biology/Biotechnology 2153 views

The Lab of Microbial Systems Biology at KU Leuven is looking for a motivated postdoc with a passion for microbial community dynamics.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• The plan is to monitor species abundances in well-mixed as well as spatially structured environments in well-controlled conditions in vitro.
• The goal is to learn more about the interactions between gut species in these different environments and how they shape community dynamics.
• Depending on the skillset of the candidate, the experiments will be accompanied by the development of a mathematical model that describes the observations.

Requirements:

• Candidate should hold a doctoral degree in an area related to Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology or equivalent and should have experience with bacterial culture techniques.
• Experience with anaerobic microorganisms and bioreactors would be a plus.
• Candidate is expected to work independently on the project and to be able to interact with an interdisciplinary research team.
• Candidate is expected to have (not mandatory) prior experience with population models, a strong interest in mathematical modelling is expected.
• Proficiency in English is necessary.

Duration: full-time 3-year contract

Applications:

Submit applications online with the following:

• Cover letter
• CV including publication record and at least two references