University Assistant with doctorate (m/f/d)

Your Responsibilities

• Independent research in the field of host-microbe and microbe-microbe interactions in Drosophila model within the research group of Dr. Igor Iatsenko
• Collaboration with established research groups and “Core Facilities” at the Institute of Molecular Biosciences
• Contribution to teaching in molecular biology and microbiology; co-supervision of students in the context of Bachelor’s and Master’s theses as well as dissertations
• Contribution to organizational and administrative tasks

Your Profile

• Completed doctoral/Ph.D. studies in Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology or related disciplines
• A strong publication track record in polymicrobial infections, host–microbe interactions, microbial ecology, microbial pathogenesis, microbiome research, or related fields
• Experience in the genetic engineering of bacteria (cloning, targeted and random mutagenesis, manipulation of genome-wide mutant bacterial libraries)
• Expertise in using the model organism Drosophila melanogaster to study host defense mechanisms or host-microbe interactions (desirable)
• Experience with microbiome, transcriptomic, proteomic, metabolomic, or other sequencing-based approaches (desirable)
• Didactic aptitude for participation in teaching in the field of Microbiology/Molecular Biology
• Independent, reliable, and self-responsible working style
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken
• Strong communication skills and a demonstrated ability to present research and publish findings in international peer-reviewed journals

Application Documents

The following documents are required for an application:

• Academic CV
• Letter of motivation outlining your motivation for applying, relevant expertise and experience, and a research question or approach you would be interested in pursuing

We offer an annual gross salary of € 70,200.20 for a fulltime position.

We Offer

Meaning: We offer meaningful work for the world of tomorrow.

Our internal continuing education program is as colorful as the university itself.

Collaboration: With us, you’ll find interdisciplinary, cross-professional opportunities to work together.

Benefits: Of course, there are all the usual benefits, from A “access to healthcare services” to Z “Zero emission goal”.

Diversity: Besides our various scientific fields and their related issues, we offer a working environment in which diversity and inclusion are lived.

Flexibility: We demonstrate flexibility not only with the various working time models but also through the offers for the compatibility of family and career.

About us

At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers take on the major challenges of society and share their knowledge. We work for tomorrow. Be part of it!

Contact

Dr. Igor Iatsenko I iatsenko@mpiib-berlin.mpg.de