Postdoc position in Yeast Systems Biology

23 Jan 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Chalmers University of Technology

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Sweden

Application Deadline

19 Feb 2024 - 22:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Reference Number

304--1-12510

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

It is challenging to understand how different cellular components interact to regulate cell metabolism. This Postdoc project will focus on quantitative systems biological approaches together with genome scale metabolic models to study yeast metabolism and regulatory networks.

Information about the division and the department
The project is funded by Novo Nordisk Foundation and basic research will be carried out to gain deeper understanding on how oxygen utilization is regulated in yeast and how it can be used in industrial biotechnology.
The Division of Systems and Synthetic Biology at the Chalmers University of Technology is one of the world leading research groups in systems biology of metabolism. Our research interests involve a wide range of activities from understanding the fundamental operational principles of metabolism and studies of metabolic diseases, to highly applied research directed towards development of novel cell factories for the production of valuable chemicals.

Major responsibilities
Your major responsibilities are to carry out independent research in a critical and effective manner, to organise and manage data to a high standard, to regularly communicate results to your colleagues, and to disseminate you main conclusions to the scientific community in the form of meetings, conferences and peer-reviewed articles. You should be able to apply critical and creative thinking on a regular basis.

Equally, you should be able to adopt an open-minded approach to work that allows integration of constructive feedback as well as the possibility of adapting your research direction based on new results. In addition, you should be proactive, capable of keeping up with the evolving technologies available and motivated to test and implement new protocols. You will be expected to share in the responsibilities for keeping the lab and equipment in good condition.

Qualifications
To quantify for the position of postdoc, you should have a PhD degree, generally should it not be older than three years, in biotechnology/biological engineering or within a relevant field, with a strong background in yeast genetics and physiology.

You should be comfortable working with Saccharomyces cerevisiae. You should have strong knowledge on yeast metabolism, solid experience on genetic manipulation with CRISPR/Cas9 in S. cerevisiae, and microbial cultivation in benchtop bioreactors. Previous experience with advanced analytics such as LC-MS is an advantage, and skills with omics data analysis is a plus. You should have excellent team work and social abilities. The candidate must also be highly proficient in spoken and written English.

Contract terms
This postdoc position is a full-time temporary employment for two years.

We offer
Chalmers offers a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg . 
Read more about working at Chalmers  and our benefits  for employees.

Chalmers aims to actively improve our gender balance. We work broadly with equality projects, for example the GENIE Initiative on gender equality for excellence . Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.

Application procedure
The application should be marked with 20240021 and written in English. The application should be sent electronically and be attached as PDF-files, as below. Maximum size for each file is 40 MB. Please note that the system does not support Zip files.

CV:(Please name the document as: CV, Surname, Ref. number) including:
• CV, include complete list of publications
• Previous teaching and pedagogical experiences
• Two references that we can contact.

Personal letter: (Please name the document as: Personal letter, Family name, Ref. number)
1-3 pages where you:
• Introduce yourself
• Describe your previous research fields and main research results
• Describe your future goals and future research focus

Other documents:
• Attested copies of completed education, grades and other certificates.

Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.

Application deadline: 2024-02-20

 
For questions, please contact:
Yun Chen, Systems and Synthetic Biology,
[email protected]

*** Chalmers declines to consider all offers of further announcement publishing or other types of support for the recruiting process in connection with this position. *** 

Chalmers University of Technology conducts research and education in engineering sciences, architecture, technology-related mathematical sciences, natural and nautical sciences, working in close collaboration with industry and society. The strategy for scientific excellence focuses on our six Areas of Advance; Energy, Health Engineering, Information and Communication Technology, Materials Science, Production and Transport. The aim is to make an active contribution to a sustainable future using the basic sciences as a foundation and innovation and entrepreneurship as the central driving forces. Chalmers has around 11,000 students and 3,000 employees. New knowledge and improved technology have characterised Chalmers since its foundation in 1829, completely in accordance with the will of William Chalmers and his motto: Avancez!

 

Requirements

Research Field

Biological sciences

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Excellent

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Chalmers University of Technology

Country

Sweden

City

Göteborg

Postal Code

42196

Street

Chalmers Tekniska Högskola

Where to apply

Website

https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/work-with-us/vacancies/?rmpage=job&rm…

Contact

City

Göteborg

Street

Chalmers Tekniska Högskola

Postal Code

42196

STATUS: EXPIRED