PhD candidate on spatial and temporal plant microbiome

2 Jan 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Leiden University

Research Field

Physics

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Netherlands

Application Deadline

11 Feb 2024 – 22:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Not Applicable

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Project description

Microorganisms have an important influence on plant growth and protection. Colonization of the plant by microorganisms on the surface, e.g. rhizosphere or inside as endophyte depends on various genetic factors of the host and its microbiome. In this project, the candidate will dissect the impact of plant host genetics on rhizosphere and endosphere colonization by microorganisms, especially concentrating on

Bacilli.

The candidate’s tasks will include assessing the microbiome composition of various crop and model plants in the presence of biocontrol bacterial strains. Additionally, the candidate will test various plant varieties and mutants for colonization by endophytic bacteria. At the Institute of Biology microscopy unit, the candidate will test fluorescently labeled bacteria for plant colonization in time and space to reveal the dynamics of plant-microbiome interaction.

Requirements
Specific Requirements

Selection Criteria
The Faculty of Science Leiden and Institute of Biology are looking for a candidate with a solid background in plant-microbiome interaction, specifically concentrating on bacterial interactions, preferably experience with

• plant and bacteria cultivation
• microbiome analysis
• molecular microbiology (genetic engineering of bacteria)
• fluorescence microscopy

Background on microbial ecology and evolutionary theory is advantageous. The candidate should be an efficient team worker, have good communication skills, and have a critical host-bacteria genetic mindset on plant-microbiomes.

Additional Information
Benefits

Terms and conditions
We offer a full-time position for initially one year. After a positive evaluation of the progress of the thesis, personal capabilities and compatibility the appointment will be extended by a further three years. Salary range from € 2.770,- to € 3.539,- gross per month (pay scale P in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities).
Leiden University offers an attractive benefits package with additional holiday (8%) and end-of-year bonuses(8.3 %), training and career development and sabbatical leave. Our individual choices model gives you some freedom to assemble your own set of terms and conditions. Candidates from outside the Netherlands may be eligible for a substantial tax break.
All our PhD students are embedded in the Leiden University Graduate School of Science www.graduateschools.leidenuniv.nl . Our graduate school offers several PhD training courses at three levels: professional courses, skills training and personal effectiveness. In addition, advanced courses to deepen scientific knowledge are offered by the research school.

Leiden University is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from members of underrepresented groups.

Selection process

Applications
Applications for this vacancy can be submitted via the blue button of our online system. Please ensure that you upload the following additional documents quoting the vacancy number:

• CV
• Motivation letter

Only applications received before 11 February 2024 can be considered.

Additional comments

Information
Do you have questions about this position? Please contact Prof. dr Ákos T. Kovács (a.t.kovacs@biology.leidenuniv.nl ). For more information about the recruitment process please contact Christina Kamerman (sylvius@biology.leidenuniv.nl ).

Website for additional job details

https://www.academictransfer.com/336285/

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Universiteit Leiden

Country

Netherlands

City

Leiden

Postal Code

2312TT

Street

Leiden

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://www.academictransfer.com/en/336285/phd-candidate-on-spatial-and-tempora…

Contact

City

Leiden

Website

http://www.universiteitleiden.nl/

Street

Rapenburg 70

Postal Code

2311 EZ

STATUS: EXPIRED