Phd in Microbiology and Anaerobic Digestion
Vor 7 Tagen
**Mission**
**Main duties and responsibilities**
- The position will be held in the Microbial Physiology and Resource Biorecovery laboratory (MICROBE) led by Dr. Wenyu GU at EPFL. This PhD position is funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation. The primary focus of the research is to leverage the anaerobic digestion process as a central focus to study fundamental principles of microbial ecology. The project involves techniques of sequencing and bioinformatic analysis, isolation, cultivation, and characterization of anaerobic microorganisms, as well as mathematical modeling and synthetic community design. This work seeks to enhance the efficiency of anaerobic digestion, and advance technological innovations for the production of valuable bioproducts.
**Profile**
A Master’s degree in microbiology, environmental engineering, chemical engineering or a related field with evidence of research success are required. Prior experience in microbial cultivation and bioinformatics is an asset. Excellent communication skills, fluency in English, and good academic writing skills. The capacity to work effectively in an international team.
**We offer**
Mentoring and support for professional and personal development; opportunity to work with members with diverse backgrounds in the host groups and in the network of collaborators; a world-class research and training environment with access to state-of-the-art research facilities; a multi-cultural and stimulating work environment.
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