Website University of Graz
Your Responsibilities
- Writing a relevant dissertation in the field of microbiology
- Participate in research on host-microbe interactions and nutritional immunity using the Drosophila model in the research group of Dr. Igor Iatsenko
- Collaboration with established research groups and “Core Facilities” at the Institute of Molecular Biosciences
- Participation in teaching in the areas of molecular biology and microbiology, as well as co-supervision of students
- Cooperation on organisational and administrative tasks as well as evaluation measures
Your Profile
- Completed Master’s degree in microbiology, molecular biology, infection biology or related field
- Eligible as a graduate student at the University of Graz (Austria)’: https://doctorate.uni-graz.at/en/study-service/admission/
- Knowledge and strong interest in host–microbe interactions, microbial ecology, microbiome biology, infection biology, or nutritional immunity
- Experience with experimental design, quantitative data analysis, and statistical evaluation
- Practical experience with microbiology and molecular biology methods, particularly bacterial culture and molecular characterization
- Experience in using the model organism Drosophila melanogaster (desirable)
- Experience in the analysis of microbiome composition and gene expression data (desirable)
- Knowledge of nutritional immunity, metal limitation, or microbial metal acquisition (desirable)
- Strong scientific communication skills and proficiency in written and spoken English
- Independent, reliable, and self-responsible working style
Application Documents
The following documents are required for a complete application:
- Academic CV
- Letter of motivation outlining your motivation for applying, relevant expertise and experience
- Complete proof of completion of the degree program required in the call for applications
- Proof of the language skills, required in the curriculum, if the doctoral program is not completed in the first language
- Submission of certified documents as requested, information can be found here: Legalization – International Students
We offer an annual gross salary of € 52,865.40 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
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