University Assistant with doctorate (m/f/d)

JobsinAustria; Graz; Vor Ort; EUR 63.000 - 77.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of Graz invites applications for a senior research position focused on host–microbe interactions using Drosophila. You will conduct independent research, collaborate with core facilities, and contribute to teaching supported by supervision of theses.

The role requires a PhD with a strong publication record in microbiology-related fields, experience with bacterial genetics, and excellent English communication.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in biology or related field required.
• Strong publication record in polymicrobial infections, host–microbe interactions, or related fields.
• Experience with genetic engineering of bacteria (cloning, mutagenesis, libraries).
• Experience with Drosophila melanogaster to study host defense or interactions (desirable).
• Experience with sequencing-based approaches (desirable).
• Didactic aptitude for teaching in Microbiology/Molecular Biology.
• Independent, reliable, self-driven work style.
• Outstanding English written and spoken skills.
• Excellent communication and ability to publish findings internationally.

Aufgaben

• Conduct independent research in host–microbe and microbe–microbe interactions in a Drosophila model.
• Collaborate with core facilities and established research groups.
• Contribute to teaching and supervise Bachelor's and Master's theses and dissertations.
• Assist with organizational and administrative tasks.

Kenntnisse

PhD in Biology

Publication track record

Host–microbe interactions

Polymicrobial infections

Microbiome research

Drosophila genetics

Didactic aptitude

English proficiency

Communication skills

Ausbildung

PhD in Biology/Microbiology/Molecular Biology

Tools

Cloning

Mutagenesis

Genome-wide mutant libraries

Drosophila melanogaster techniques

Sequencing-based approaches

Jobbeschreibung

Your Responsibilities

• Independent research in the field of host-microbe and microbe-microbe interactions in Drosophila model within the research group of Dr. Igor Iatsenko
• Collaboration with established research groups and “Core Facilities” at the Institute of Molecular Biosciences
• Contribution to teaching in molecular biology and microbiology; co-supervision of students in the context of Bachelor's and Master's theses as well as dissertations
• Contribution to organizational and administrative tasks

Your Profile

• Completed doctoral/Ph.D. studies in Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology or related disciplines
• A strong publication track record in polymicrobial infections, host–microbe interactions, microbial ecology, microbial pathogenesis, microbiome research, or related fields
• Experience in the genetic engineering of bacteria (cloning, targeted and random mutagenesis, manipulation of genome-wide mutant bacterial libraries)
• Expertise in using the model organism Drosophila melanogaster to study host defense mechanisms or host-microbe interactions (desirable)
• Experience with microbiome, transcriptomic, proteomic, metabolomic, or other sequencing-based approaches (desirable)
• Didactic aptitude for participation in teaching in the field of Microbiology/Molecular Biology
• Independent, reliable, and self-responsible working style
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken
• Strong communication skills and a demonstrated ability to present research and publish findings in international peer-reviewed journals

We Offer

• Meaning: We offer meaningful work for the world of tomorrow.
• Our internal continuing education program is as colorful as the university itself.
• Collaboration: With us, you'll find interdisciplinary, cross-professional opportunities to work together.
• Benefits: Of course, there are all the usual benefits, from A "access to healthcare services" to Z "Zero emission goal".
• Diversity: Besides our various scientific fields and their related issues, we offer a working environment in which diversity and inclusion are lived.
• Flexibility: We demonstrate flexibility not only with the various working time models but also through the offers for the compatibility of family and career.
• We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 70,200.20 for a fulltime position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.

Equality Principle

The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position.

Please note that in order to comply with the applicable data protection regulations, we can only accept applications via our web-based applicant tool for this vacant position.

The Following Documents Are Required For An Application

• Academic CV
• Letter of motivation outlining your motivation for applying, relevant expertise and experience, and a research question or approach you would be interested in pursuing

About Us

At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers take on the major challenges of society and share their knowledge. We work for tomorrow. Be part of it!

Contact

Dr. Igor Iatsenko I [e-mail]