PhD in Agricultural Chemistry Iron Biofertilizers for Plants

Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid)

España

On-site

EUR 18,000 - 24,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Job summary

The Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid) invites applications for a PhD-style research position within the Faculty of Science, Department of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. The project focuses on iron-based biofertilizers derived from bacterial secretions and evaluates plant efficacy under hydroponic and alkaline soil conditions.

The role involves advanced chemical analysis (ICP-OES, HPLC, ion chromatography, spectrofluorimetry), rhizosphere studies, and soil

Qualifications

  • Academic background in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Sciences, or related fields.
  • English proficiency for scientific writing and communication.
  • Academic achievements and academic record.

Responsibilities

  • Synthesis and chemical characterization of iron-based biofertilizers derived from bacterial secretions (Pseudomonas and Bacillus).
  • Plant efficacy trials under hydroponic conditions and in alkaline soils.
  • Advanced chemical analysis using ICP-OES, HPLC, ion chromatography, and spectrofluorimetry.
  • Characterization of root exudates and rhizosphere studies.
  • Analysis of soil microbial communities.
  • Preparation of technical reports, scientific manuscripts, and conference presentations.

Education

Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Sciences or related fields

Tools

ICP-OES
HPLC
Ion chromatography
Spectrofluorimetry

Job description

The Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid) invites applications for a PhD-style research position within the Faculty of Science, Department of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. The project focuses on iron-based biofertilizers derived from bacterial secretions and evaluates plant efficacy under hydroponic and alkaline soil conditions.

The role involves advanced chemical analysis (ICP-OES, HPLC, ion chromatography, spectrofluorimetry), rhizosphere studies, and soil

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