Post-doc position (M/F) in Bioref Research Group - BioMINE project

Poznan University of Technology; Polska; Vor Ort; PLN 112.000 - 134.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Poznan University of Technology in Poland invites a Post-doc to join the BioRef Research Group (Institute of Environmental Engineering and Building Installations) to carry out in-depth microbiome analyses and open culture fermentation for bio-based processing of organic waste within the circular economy framework.

The project aims to isolate key microorganisms, perform omics preparation, and conduct bioinformatic analyses, with results disseminated at international conferences.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in Biotechnology / Biology / Chemistry / Microbiology / Chemical engineering.

Aufgaben

• Main tasks: research conceptualisation, design and conduct of isolation of microorganisms from open cultures.
• Performing analytical and characterisation analyses, preparation of samples for omics.
• Bioinformatic analysis of sequencing data, integrated data analysis (multivariate and network analyses).
• Preparation of scientific publications and dissemination of results at international conferences.

Kenntnisse

Biotechnology

Biology

Chemistry

Microbiology

Chemical engineering

Ausbildung

PhD in Biotechnology

PhD in Biology

PhD in Chemistry

PhD in Microbiology

PhD in Chemical engineering

Jobbeschreibung

Institute of Environmental Engineering and Building Installations

Organisation/Company Poznan University of Technology Department Institute of Environmental Engineering and Building Installations Research Field Engineering » Biomaterial engineering Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Application Deadline 20 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw) Country Poland Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Offer Starting Date 1 Jan 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Project financed by National Science Centre, Poland: call OPUS 22
Project name: Bio-processing based on Microbiome – IN-depth analysis for understanding, cultivation, and Evolutionary improvement of microbial communities - BioMINE
(PI: Prof. Piotr Oleskowicz-Popiel, https://www.linkedin.com/in/popopiel/ )
Country: Poland
Organisation/Company: Poznan University of Technology,
Department: Institute of Environmental Engineering and Building Installations
Position: Post-doc

What do we offer:
A chance to join in a driven and young team Bioref Research Group ( https://bioref.put.poznan.pl/ ) focused on development in the field of environmental biotechnology and recovery of valuable compounds from organic waste in accordance with the assumptions of the circular economy; mutual consultations and support; participation in national and international conferences.

Project description:
The main aim of the project is to carry out in-depth analysis of microbiomes which could be applied in bio-based processing of organic waste and biomass and to explore innovative environment-friendly reaction mechanisms based on open culture fermentation for production of biochemicals. The project investigates biological production of medium-chain carboxylic acids (MCCAs) via chain elongation by open culture fermentation of organic waste. One of the challenges is to isolate microorganisms responsible for final and key intermediate products. The isolation of those will help to build, design, and test synthetic mixed cultures.
Main tasks: research conceptualisation, design and conduct of isolation of microorganisms from open cultures, performing analytical and characterisation analyses, preparation of samples for omics, bioinformatic analysis of sequencing data, integrated data analysis (including multivariate and network analyses), preparation of scientific publications, and dissemination of results at international conferences. The work will be a continuation of already initiated isolations.
Duration: 6 months
Type of Contract: Temporary
Job Status: Full-time
Hours Per Week: 40
Offer Starting Date: 1 January 2027
Remuneration: ~ 11000 PLN gross /month (plus ½ 13th salary)

Requirements

Research Field Engineering » Chemical engineering Education Level PhD or equivalent

Research Field Biological sciences » Biological engineering Education Level PhD or equivalent

Research Field Environmental science » Natural resources management Education Level PhD or equivalent

Research Field Technology » Biotechnology Education Level PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

• 1.PhD degree in Biotechnology / Biology / Chemistry / Microbiology / Chemical engineering /