PhD in Microbiology and Anaerobic Digestion
Mission
We are seeking a highly motivated and talented PhD student to join our team at the Institute of Environmental Engineering at EPFL (the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne). The selected candidate will engage in cutting-edge research in applied environmental microbiology. The research will focus on Microbial Ecology in the Anaerobic Digestion process. The candidate will work as part of an interdisciplinary team and participate in collaborating with other PhD and Postdoc members.
Main duties and responsibilities
The position will be held in the Microbial Physiology and Resource Biorecovery laboratory (MICROBE) led by Dr. Wenyu GU at EPFL. This PhD position is funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation. The primary focus of the research is to leverage the anaerobic digestion process as a central focus to study fundamental principles of microbial ecology. The project involves techniques of sequencing and bioinformatic analysis, isolation, cultivation, and characterization of anaerobic microorganisms, as well as mathematical modeling and synthetic community design. This work seeks to enhance the efficiency of anaerobic digestion, and advance technological innovations for the production of valuable bioproducts.
Profile
A Master’s degree in microbiology, environmental engineering, chemical engineering or a related field with evidence of research success are required. Prior experience in microbial cultivation and bioinformatics is an asset. Excellent communication skills, fluency in English, and good academic writing skills. The capacity to work effectively in an international team.
We offer
Mentoring and support for professional and personal development; opportunity to work with members with diverse backgrounds in the host groups and in the network of collaborators; a world-class research and training environment with access to state-of-the-art research facilities; a multi-cultural and stimulating work environment.
Informations
The selection process involves multiple stages, and short-listed candidates will be requested to apply to a specific EPFL Doctoral Program to qualify for a PhD at EPFL.
Please check this page for additional information on admission and note that this is a separate application process necessary to be eligible to complete your PhD at EPFL.
Your application should contain: Motivation Letter, Detailed CV, Contact information, Name and contact information of 3 references willing to write a recommendation letter