Postdoctoral Research in Soil Microbiome Assembly

DTU - Technical University of Denmark; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

DTU Bioengineering in Irvine, CA invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to investigate soil microbiome assembly and its implications for soil inoculants. The project applies ecological and evolutionary theory to design strategies for engineering soil microbiomes.

The candidate will join an international team led by Professor Jennifer Martiny with access to cutting-edge infrastructure and interdisciplinary collaborations.

Qualifications

• PhD in microbial ecology, evolution, microbiology, or closely related area.
• Strong publication record in microbiome research.
• Experience with genomic and metagenomic analysis of microbial communities.
• Experience with field-based research.
• Experience collaborating or supervising at university level.
• Excellent written and oral English communication.

Responsibilities

• Establish, maintain, and sample large-scale field projects.
• Work independently with strong organizational skills.
• Collaborate with team and supervise junior researchers.
• Conduct fieldwork locally and internationally.

Education

PhD in microbial ecology or evolution

Tools

Genomic/metagenomic analysis

Omics technologies

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated postdoctoral researcher toinvestigate soil microbiome assembly and its implications for the use of soil inoculants. The overall project aims to apply theoretical concepts from ecology and evolutionary biology to design effective strategies for engineering soil microbiomes.

The candidate will join a dynamic and international team led by Professor Jennifer Martiny with access to cutting edge infrastructure and interdisciplinary collaborations in the Section of Microbial and Chemical Ecology within DTU Bioengineering.

Responsibilities and qualifications

The postdoctoral researcher will help to establish, maintain, and sample large-scale field projects. The role requires an ability to work independently, good organizational skills, a collaborative spirit, and a willingness to conduct fieldwork locally and internationally.

Preferred qualifications include:

• A PhD in microbial ecology or evolution, microbiology, or a closely related area.
• A record of publication in peer-reviewed journals demonstrating research excellence in areas relative to microbiome science and its applications.
• A strong background in the genomic and metagenomic analysis of microbial communities.
• Experience in microbial or molecular bench work and/or -omics technologies.
• Experience in conducting field-based research.
• Experience working in teams and/or supervising at the university level.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English.

As a formal qualification, you must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent).