PhD in Gut Microbiome & Resistome Dynamics Metagenomics

Laplace Expert Ltd; Selangor; Hybrid; MYR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Monash University Malaysia offers a PhD opportunity in Gut Microbiome and Resistome Dynamics, focusing on shotgun metagenomic profiling under seasonal and climatic effects.

Applicants must meet Monash Malaysia GEMS scholarship criteria; First Class Honours or an equivalent degree in microbiology, genomics, bioinformatics, biomedical science or related field is required. Experience in related research is desirable.

Qualifications

• First Class Honours or recognised equivalent in microbiology, genomics, bioinformatics, biomedical science or a related field.
• Experience in microbiome research, metagenomics, bioinformatics or antimicrobial resistance analysis is desirable.
• Funding criteria for Monash Malaysia GEMS scholarship apply and scholarships are competitive.
• Languages: English required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct shotgun metagenomic profiling under seasonal and climatic contexts.
• Analyze microbiome and resistome dynamics using bioinformatics tools.
• Communicate findings through scholarly reports and presentations.

Skills

Independent research

Research communication

Analytical thinking

Education

First Class Honours or equivalent in related field

Tools

Shotgun metagenomics

Microbiome analysis

Resistome profiling

Bioinformatics

Antimicrobial resistance analysis

Job description

Monash University Malaysia offers a PhD opportunity in Gut Microbiome and Resistome Dynamics, focusing on shotgun metagenomic profiling under seasonal and climatic effects.

Applicants must meet Monash Malaysia GEMS scholarship criteria; First Class Honours or an equivalent degree in microbiology, genomics, bioinformatics, biomedical science or related field is required. Experience in related research is desirable.