The Department of Biological and Environmental Science is currently seeking to recruit candidates to the position of
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER, CELL AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
for a fixed-term from January 2, 2023, or as agreed, untill June 30, 2025.
We are looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with demonstrated experience in microbial/cell cultures, genetic analyses, and/or understanding in phage resistance and CRISPR-Cas adaptation studies in bacteria to join the international research project "Ecology of bacteriophages in mucosa during vertebrate host lifespan".
The main aim or this project is to describe the ecology of phage bacterium interactions in mucosa to understand how phage communities affect our health during lifespan. We will study how the mucosal environment influences phage infectivity and the bacterial resistance mechanisms against phages, and how age-associated changes in mucosal surfaces influence phage-mucosa interaction. The main task of the post doctoral scientist is to perform phage-bacterium interaction studies and coevolution experiments in cell cultures, and take part in experiments with zebra fish. Expertise in microbiological and/or cell biology methodologies is thus needed, and skills in bioinformatics are considered an asset.
You are the person we are looking for if you have
1) Doctoral degree in a relevant field
2) Experience in microbiology (working with phages or other viruses) and/or cell culture
The duties, qualification requirements and language skills of a Postdoctoral Researcher are stipulated by the University of Jyväskylä Regulations and language skills guidelines . A good command of English is required and a proficiency to teach in English will be considered beneficial. The PhD degree required for the position must have been completed before starting the position.
What does the University of Jyväskylä offer as an employer?
At the University of Jyväskylä, you are a recognized member of our community with a unique opportunity to influence international research. You get to participate in our international and multidisciplinary community where the welfare of each individual is important. At the University of Jyväskylä, we offer a great and lively campus area with opportunities to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle.
Finland has a high standard of living, with free schooling (also in English), affordable childcare, good family benefits, and healthcare. Jyväskylä is located in central Finland in the Finnish Lake District having excellent opportunities for different nature, outdoor, and sports activities. The city of Jyväskylä is a major educational center with a large student population and a vibrant cultural atmosphere. For more information regarding the University of Jyväskylä, the City of Jyväskylä and living in Finland, see the University's International Staff Guide .
The annual salary range will be approximately 41,800 - 49,000 EUR (gross income, including holiday bonus), depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.
How to apply?
The application documents that should be included in PDF format:
Applicants are kindly asked to submit their applications using the online application form by August 15, 2022.
For further details, please contact Associate Professor Lotta-Riina Sundberg, [email protected] .
The research in the Department focuses on three core areas: evolutionary biology, natural resources and environment, and biological nanoscience. The Department building, Ambiotica, is an integral part of the University of Jyväskylä's Ylistönrinne Mathematics and Science Research Complex, which includes buildings of chemistry, physics and nanoscience. Ambiotica houses high quality laboratories for bioscience and experimental facilities for a wide range of biological and chemical analyses as well as highly motivated laboratory personnel.
The University of Jyväskylä is a human-centered environment of 2,500 experts and 14,500 students. Our goal is to create wisdom and wellbeing for all. JYU's naturally beautiful campus is located in the heart of the city of Jyväskylä. JYU is the third largest employer in Central Finland.
Similar Positions
-
Postdoctoral Fellowship In Single Cell Spatial Multi Omics, University of Helsinki, Finland, about 22 hours ago
Are you passionate about the intestinal stem cells, metabolism and integrative multi-omics in cancer? Join us and experience Finland, the happiest country in the world! In Helsinki, you will find ...
-
Postdoc Position In Natural Killer Cell Biology And Cell Therapy , University of Oslo, Norway, about 14 hours ago
8th May 2024 Languages English English English Postdoc position in natural killer cell biology and cell therapy Apply for this job See advertisement The Precision Immunotherapy Alliance (PRIMA) PR...
-
Postdoctoral Position In Single Cell Research On Long Covid , Karolinska Institutet, Sweden, 9 days ago
Do you want to contribute to improving human health? We are seeking an ambitious postdoctoral fellow who possesses strong skills in molecular biology and single-cell sequencing to join our team fo...
-
Researcher In The Research Program Of Biochemistry, Uppsala University, Sweden, about 9 hours ago
Published: 2024-04-24 A position as a researcher in the group of Prof. Ylva Ivarsson, in the research program of Biochemistry, on the topic of protein-protein interactions mediated by de novo pr...
-
Researcher In The Research Program Of Biochemistry, SciLifeLab, Sweden, about 8 hours ago
Uppsala University, Department of Chemistry – BMC A position as a researcher in the group of Prof. Ylva Ivarsson, in the research program of Biochemistry, on the topic of protein-protein interact...
-
Postdoctoral Position In Bacterial Cell Wall Biology And Genetics , Umeå University, Sweden, 2 days ago
Umeå University is one of Sweden’s largest higher education institutions with over 37,000 students and about 4,700 employees. The University offers a diversity of high-quality education and world-...