Doctoral Researcher (m/f/div) in Bioinformatics and Microbiology

Location

Jena | Germany

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Leibniz-HKI-11/2024

The Leibniz Institute for Natural Product Research and Infection Biology (Leibniz-HKI) investigates the pathobiology of human-pathogenic fungi and identifies targets for the development of novel natural product-based antibiotics. The research group of Bioinformatics and Microbiology invites talented and highly gifted candidates to apply as

starting from April 2024 at the earliest for three years

How do microbial pathogens use extracellular RNA and/or extracellular vesicles to manipulate their host during infection? What is the role of interkingdom communication between fungi and human cells during infection? These are the central questions being addressed in a groundbreaking, collaborative project led by Dr. Amelia Barber ( Uni Jena ), Dr. Holger Bierhoff ( Uni Jena ), and Dr. Matthew Blango ( Leibniz-HKI ). This position will be based in the group of Dr. Barber, whose group uses both experimental and bioinformatic approaches to understand fungal infection and antimicrobial resistance.

Your tasks:

• You will analyze RNA sequencing data and other high throughput data (e.g. ChIP-seq).
• You will predict interkingdom, RNA-based interactions.
• You will generate figures for publication and write scientific manuscripts about your results.
• You will present your results at local meetings and national and international conferences.
• You will work closely with other experimental and computational members of the group.
• You will assist other researchers in the group, such as BS and MS students, with training.
• You will contribute to the friendly, welcoming, and collaborative environment within the group.

We expect:

• MSc (or equivalent) in bioinformatics, microbiology, biochemistry, computer science, or a related discipline
• Knowledge of statistical methods in the context of biological systems
• Experience with programming (e.g. R, Python, Perl, or C++)
• Knowledge of and experience in working with NGS data and/or RNA structural predictions would be advantageous but not required
• The ability to work creatively and independently towards developing your own research project
• Highly motivated individuals with an interest in joining an interdisciplinary research project and working group
• An integrative and cooperative personality with enthusiasm for actively participating in the dynamic research community in Jena and supporting group research activities

We offer:

• A highly communicative atmosphere within an energetic scientific network
• The affiliated Jena School for Microbial Communication (JSMC) offers an ambitious, structured, and interdisciplinary doctoral training based on top-level fundamental research and offers a comprehensive mentoring program and soft skill courses for early career researchers
• Jena – City of Science: a young and lively town with a vibrant local cultural agenda
• A family-friendly working environment with a variety of offers for families: University Family Office (‘JUniFamilie’) and flexible childcare (‘JUniKinder’)
• University health promotion and a wide range of university sports activities
• Attractive fringe benefits, e.g. capital formation benefits (VL), Job Ticket (benefits for public transport), and an occupational pension (VBL)

Applications:

Leibniz-HKI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. It aims to increase the proportion of underrepresented groups in case of equal suitability. All qualified persons, regardless of color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law will receive consideration for employment.

Complete applications in English should include a cover letter, a CV containing a complete list of publications, a brief statement of research experiences, and the addresses of two possible referees and should be submitted via the Leibniz-HKI online application system . The deadline for the advertisement is March 31, 2024 , but applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Further information:

Dr. Amelia Barber | +49 3641 9-49793 | [email protected]

Leibniz Institute for Natural Product Research and Infection Biology
Adolf-Reichwein-Straße 23 | 07745 Jena

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