The research team focuses on the interaction between plant and microbiota. You will gain experience and techniques in reconstitution biology, synthetic community manipulation, 16S amplicon sequencing, RNA-seq and general plant/microbial genetics. Candidates with interest in plant pathology, microbiology or plant microbiota bioengineering are highly encouraged to get in contact.

Research responsibilities (60%):

• Ｍolecular cloning and vector construct design
• Generation of Arabidopsis transgenic materials and subsequent screening
• Manage lab strains and seed collections

Administrative responsibilities (40%):

• Purchasing and general book-keeping.
• Manage and organize lab equipment
• Other administrative task

Expected date of start: January 2024 (negotiable)