Department of Plant and Microbial Biology
Postdoctoral researcher in microbial bioengineering
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The head quarter of the Department of Plant and Microbial Biology (IPMB) is
located in the beautiful Botanical Garden of the University of Zurich (UZH).
IPMB also curates the collections of the Botanical Museum and performs
limnological research at the Limnological Station situated at the shore of
Lake Zurich in Kilchberg. Further laboratories in microbiological research are
situated at Irchel campus (Winterthurerstr. 190), which is the main working
place for the advertised position.
Your responsibilities
development of an exciting microbial bioengineering project with highly
promising preliminary data
collaboration in a small and enthusiastic research team
publication of research findings
Your profile
we are looking for a highly motivated early career researcher
excellent PhD in molecular biology, microbiology, cell biology or similar
field (or prospective defense by March 2023)
familiar with molecular biology work (e.g. cloning, Western blots,
ELISA), as well as bacterial and cell cultivation
previous experience in the field of bacterial secretion and/or experience
in widefield microscopy and preferably super resolution and/or expansion
microscopy is of advantage
able to work independently and in an organized way
great team player, the research groups value an inclusive and open team
spirit
you will work on a collaborative project, hence effective and clear
communication is required
solid English language skills (working language in the laboratory)
What we offer
work on a newly developed platform technology with potential for
industrial application
access to cutting-edge imaging facilities at UZH
intense knowledge exchange and short-term research stays with collaborator
at the Max Planck Institute in Marburg, Germany
supportive colleagues and supervisory team
guided transition into the research topic/introduction by experienced
postdoc
highly competitive salary in accordance with the salary guidelines of the
canton of Zurich
flexible working hours in dynamic working environment, valuing diversity
and equality
UZH offers ample opportunity for additional courses on entrepreneurship
and continuing education
Place of work
Winterthurerstrasse 190, 8057 Zürich, Switzerland
Start of employment
Start of employment is by middle of March 2023 or by arrangement. We look
forward to receiving your application as ONE PDF file by 23rd January 2023
(23:00h CET) containing: 1) a cover letter/motivation letter, 2) CV
including full list of publications, 3) names and contact details of two
references.
