PDRA in ‘omics analysis of microbial community dynamics

Job title:

PDRA in ‘omics analysis of microbial community dynamics

Company

University of York

Job description

Department of BiologyThe University of York Centre of Excellence in Anaerobic Digestion (CEAD) aims to carry out basic and applied, industrially relevant, research that can be used to improve process scale anaerobic digestion (AD) and other industrial biotechnological processes that rely on mixed microbial communities. This 2 year full time post will be embedded in CEAD and support the delivery of a BBSRC Prosperity Partnership award with Yorkshire Water (YW) entitled “Understanding how microbial communities respond to design and process engineering in wastewater treatment”. The successful applicant will be part of a team of researchers who are interested in how microbial communities can be manipulated and exploited to optimise the process of AD to generate biogas during wastewater treatment.RoleThe successful applicant will perform research required for delivery of the Prosperity Partnership award with YW. You will work as part of the CEAD team to coordinate experiments using our in-house AD facilities. In addition to designing, overseeing and supporting practical AD experiments, you will use ‘omics methods such as metagenomics and metabolomics to analyse anaerobic microbial community dynamics. The post requires knowledge of microbiology and techniques such as nucleic acids extraction from microbiome samples and/or preparation of samples for metabolomics. Experience of analysing ‘omics data is desirable but not essential. Experimental work will include biomass characterisation and additional AD-related assays. Experience of these techniques is desirable, but not essential, and training will be provided. The candidate should have a PhD in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology or a similar subject with experience in relevant lab skills. CEAD promotes a collaborative ethos and you will be encouraged to contribute to other projects in the lab and support the research activities of team members.Skills, Experience & Qualification neededA PhD (or equivalent experience) in a relevant subject such as Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or similarExperience of carrying out both independent and collaborative researchKnowledge of a range of standard molecular and microbiological research techniquesEffective communication and an ability to engage effectively with diverse audiencesThe ability to build and maintain effective interactions with industrial collaboratorsThis is a fixed-term position for 24 months.
Interview date: Provisionally 31st January 2025For informal enquiries: please contact Professor James Chong ( ), Dr Matthew Reilly ( ) or Dr Sarah Forrester ( )The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.We also encourage applications from women for senior roles.We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff.

Expected salary

£36924 – 45163 per year

Location

York

Job date

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 02:05:35 GMT

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