Post-doctoral position in environmental microbiology
Mission
The Environmental Microbiology Laboratory (EML) studies microbial processes in the subsurface with a focus on contaminant transformations and the nitrogen cycle. The research performed at EML aims at understanding fundamental microbial and abiotic processes and at providing science-based solutions to environmental challenges including aquifer contamination, nuclear waste disposal, and greenhouse gas emissions.
Main duties and responsibilities
- investigate the biological controls on anaerobic microbial arsenic methylation
- use microfluidic devices and batch experiments
- use biosensors to quantify the response of E. coli cells to active arsenic methylation
- participate in general laboratory tasks
- perform first-class scientific research
- write publications
- attend and present at international conferences
Profile
- Educational and research background in microbiology
- Some experience with microfluidics and/or analytical chemistry in an asset
- Computer skills: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, some experience with at least one programming language
- language: fluent English
- self-motivation, scientific curiosity, critical thinking and rigor in experiment work
- good communication skills and ability to work as part of an international team
- enthusiasm, willingness to learn, good organizational skills
We offer
The project deals with investigating the controls on microbial arsenic methylation (in collaboration with Roman Stocker at ETHZ). The work involves laboratory experiments in microfluidic devices.
Start date is January 1st 2025 at the latest and ealier if posible
Informations
Contract Start Date : 10/01/2024
Activity Rate : 100.00
Contract Type: CDD
Duration: 3 years
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