Postdoc-Stelle auf dem Gebiet der vampiristischenInteraktionen zwischen Bakterien

TN Germany; Jena; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading university in Jena invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Vampiristic Interactions among Bacteria. The role focuses on studying microbial interactions and requires a PhD in microbiology. The position offers a dynamic scientific network, mentoring, and a vibrant work environment.

Leistungen

Dynamic scientific network

Mentoring and soft skills training

Family-friendly environment

Health promotion and sports activities

30 days of vacation

Qualifikationen

• Strong publication record in microbial ecology.
• Experience with cultivation and data analysis.

Aufgaben

• Maintain host-parasite system and study growth dynamics.
• Analyze metatranscriptomics and metaproteomics data.
• Produce reports and present results at conferences.

Kenntnisse

Team-oriented

Independent

Creative

Motivated

Proficient in English

Ausbildung

PhD in microbiology or related field

Tools

Microscopy

NGS

Multiomics

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18.05.2025

Expiry Date:

02.07.2025

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Job Description:

The Friedrich Schiller University Jena is a dynamic and innovation-driven university located in Germany. It offers a broad range of disciplines, focusing on excellent research and teaching. Its profile lines — Light, Life, Liberty — reflect its commitment to pioneering insights and sustainable societal solutions. The university collaborates with leading research institutions, innovative companies, and cultural organizations, fostering interdisciplinary development. With around 17,000 students and 10,000 staff, Jena is a vibrant city of science and innovation.

The Cluster of Excellence “Balance of the Microverse” at Friedrich Schiller University Jena aims to understand microbial community interactions across diverse habitats. It seeks to identify characteristics of disturbed or polluted ecosystems and develop remediation strategies. The affiliated Jena School for Microbial Communication offers structured interdisciplinary postgraduate training based on fundamental research.

We invite applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Vampiristic Interactions among Bacteria.

Background: Bacteria of the Candidate Phyla Radiation (CPR) comprise over 25% of Earth's bacterial diversity. Little is known about their lifestyles due to scarce cultured representatives. This project focuses on a recently cultivated vampiristic CPR member, studying its mechanisms of host interaction using transcriptomics, proteomics, and cryo-TEM. The goal is to understand host specificity traits. The postdoc will support cultivation efforts and gain insights into these interactions.

The project is hosted at the Aquatic Geomicrobiology group, Institute of Biodiversity, Friedrich Schiller University Jena.

Your responsibilities include:

• Maintaining the host-parasite system and studying growth/infection dynamics
• Collaborating with groups using Raman cell sorting and cryo-TEM
• Analyzing metatranscriptomics and metaproteomics data
• Working within an interdisciplinary microbial ecology team
• Contributing to project development
• Producing reports and presenting results at conferences
• Training researchers and students
• Fostering a collaborative group environment

Your profile:

• PhD in microbiology or related field (or near completion)
• Strong publication record in microbial ecology
• Experience with cultivation, microscopy, NGS, and multiomics is desirable
• Motivated, independent, and creative
• Team-oriented with enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research
• Proficient in English (written and spoken)

We offer:

• A dynamic scientific network
• Mentoring and soft skills training
• Jena — a vibrant city of science and culture
• Family-friendly environment with support services
• Health promotion and sports activities
• Salary according to TV-L up to E13, plus a yearly bonus
• 30 days of vacation plus additional days off at Christmas

The position is full-time, limited to two years, funded by the German Excellence Strategy. Part-time options and gender equality are prioritized. Applications from women and persons with disabilities are especially welcomed.