PhD Position in Biotechnology As a part of a European project, we are seeking a highly motivated and skilled early-stage scientist to join our highly dynamic team as a PhD candidate. The successful candidate will play a critical role in advancing our research and development efforts in the field of microalgae lipid metabolism engineering and photosynthesis, and will have the opportunity to join a highly exciting international European consortium and team. This position requires a strong foundation in molecular engineering, metabolic pathway analysis, and synthetic biology, along with hands-on experience in bioreactor operations.
The research is embedded within the bioprocess engineering (BPE) chair group. BPE is at the forefront of biotechnology, dedicated to pioneering sustainable solutions through advanced scientific research and innovation. Our team focuses on harnessing the potential of microalgae for various biotechnological applications, particularly in the area of lipid engineering.
Your qualities
When crafting a motivation letter for the position in engineering the lipid metabolism in microalgae, we ask to convey your passion, expertise, and fit for the role. During the application, include a motivation letter that clearly and concisely answer at least one of the questions below, and an updated CV. Can you describe a project or research experience where you explored metabolic pathways? What were your key findings and how did they contribute to the research field? What aspect of metabolic engineering do you find most fascinating, and how do you stay current with the latest developments in this area? How would you approach problem-solving when faced with challenges in metabolic pathway engineering? Only candidates that fulfill the selection criteria will be considered.
We offer youWageningen University & Research offers excellent terms of employment. A few highlights from our Collective Labour Agreement include:
The gross salary for the first year is € 2.770 - per month rising to € 3.539,- in the fourth year in according to the Collective Labour Agreements for Dutch Universities (CAO-NU) (scale P). This is based on a full-time working week of 38 hours. We offer a temporary contract for 18 months which will be extended for the duration of the project if you perform well. There are plenty of options for personal initiative in a learning environment, and we provide excellent training opportunities. We are offering a unique position in an international environment with a pleasant and open working atmosphere. You are going to work at the greenest and most innovative campus in Holland, and at a university that has been chosen as the “Best University” in the Netherlands for the 19th consecutive time. Coming from abroad Wageningen University & Research is the university and research centre for life sciences. The themes we deal with are relevant to everyone around the world and Wageningen, therefore, has a large international community and a lot to offer to international employees. Our team of advisors on Dutch immigration procedures will help you with the visa application procedures for yourself and, if applicable, for your family. Feeling welcome also has everything to do with being well informed. Wageningen University & Research's International Community page contains practical information about what we can do to support international employees and students coming to Wageningen. Furthermore, we can assist you with any additional advice and informationabout helping your partner to find a job, housing, schooling. For instance under the "30% rule", certain categories of international staff can receive tax exemption on approximately 30% of their gross salary. Do you want more information? For more information about this position, please contact Sarah D’Adamo by email: sarah.dadamo@wur.nl. We areThe mission of Wageningen University & Research is “To explore the potential of nature to improve the quality of life”. Under the banner Wageningen University & Research, Wageningen University and the specialised research institutes of the Wageningen Research Foundation have joined forces in contributing to finding solutions to important questions in the domain of healthy food and living environment. With its roughly 30 branches, 7,600 employees (6,700 fte) and 13,100 students and over 150,000 participants to WUR’s Life Long Learning, Wageningen University & Research is one of the leading organisations in its domain. The unique Wageningen approach lies in its integrated approach to issues and the collaboration between different disciplines.
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