Postdoctoral Researcher in Fungal Microscopy

Job summary

This position focuses on advanced fungal microscopy within a research program aimed at designing microbial foods. The role involves developing an imaging platform to visualize fungal growth in solid substrates and understanding the spatial organization of fungal colonies.

Qualifications

• PhD degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field.
• Hands-on experience in confocal microscopy, ideally with fungi.
• Strong interest in fungal biology and ecology.

Responsibilities

• Lead the scientific progress of the project, including planning and executing experiments.
• Build a fungal imaging workflow for solid-state fermentation samples.
• Conduct genetic engineering of filamentous fungi.
• Visualize results and communicate findings to diverse audiences.
• Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present at conferences.
• Collaborate with researchers across disciplines.

Skills

• Experience with fungal genetic engineering (preferred).
• Experience in cryosectioning or related methods (preferred).
• Experience in automated image analysis (preferred).
• Interest in public engagement and science communication (preferred).

Education

• A PhD degree (or equivalent) is required.

Tools

• Advanced confocal microscopy and imaging techniques.