Phd Student in Environmental Geomicrobiology
Vor 6 Tagen
Mission
- The Environmental Microbiology Laboratory (EML) studies microbial processes in the subsurface with a focus on contaminant transformations and the nitrogen cycle. The research performed at EML aims at understanding fundamental microbial and abiotic processes and at providing science-based solutions to environmental challenges including aquifer contamination, nuclear waste disposal, and greenhouse gas emissions.
- Main duties and responsibilities
- Investigate microbial uranium reduction in seawater
- Use reactors to simulate marine sediments and the role of organic carbon in uranium reduction
- Perform laboratory experiments
- Participate in general laboratory tasks
- Perform first-class scientific research
- Write publications
- Attend and present at international conferences.
- Profile
- Educational background in environmental microbiology or geochemistry (or geomicrobiology)
- Computer skills: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, some experience with at least one programming language
- Language: fluent English
- Self-motivation, scientific curiosity, critical thinking and rigor in experiment work, good communication skills and ability to work as part of an international team
- Enthusiasm, willingness to learn, good organizational skills
- We offer
- An opportunity to develop a scientific career in environmental microbiology and geochemistry an opportunity to learn high-end techniques and approaches
- The opportunity to build a scientific network in the field of microbiology research excellent research conditions and competitive remuneration
- A multi-cultural and stimulating scientific environment
- Informations
- Motivation Letter
- Detailed CV
- At least 2 references willing to write a recommendation letter. No need to submit the letters at this time.
**Application deadline**: 01.11.2025
**Duration**: 1-year fixed-term contract that is renewable to 4 years according to EPFL rules
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