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University of Cambridge

Research Assistant & Associate in Phage Research at the University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge UK Research assistant · Research associate
Posted
July 29, 2026

The Department of Engineering at the University of Cambridge is inviting applications for a Research Assistant/Associate to join Dr. Somenath Bakshi’s research group. This exciting project focuses on developing quantitative, physiology-aware models of bacteriophage infection by integrating cutting-edge experimental and computational approaches. The research combines high-throughput single-cell microscopy, microfluidics, quantitative image analysis, and mathematical modelling […]

Ohio State University

Postdoctoral Researcher in Oral Phage Bioinformatics

The Ohio State University United States Post-Doc
Posted
July 27, 2026

The College of Dentistry at The Ohio State University is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Scholar to join the Kaspar Laboratory within the Division of Biosciences. This exciting opportunity is ideal for researchers with expertise in bioinformatics, metagenomics, viromics, and microbial community analysis who are interested in advancing research on bacteriophages within the oral microbiome. […]

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Associate Scientist in Antibody Discovery at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital United States Research associate
Posted
July 25, 2026

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist in Antibody Discovery to join the Antibody Discovery Collaborative Centre (ADCC) within the Department of Host Microbe Interactions. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative therapeutic antibody discovery programs focused on improving treatments for pediatric diseases. Researchers with expertise in […]

University of New South Wales, Australia

Research Laboratory Technician in Recombinant Products Facility

University of New South Wales, Australia Australia Laboratory technician
Posted
July 22, 2026

The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is seeking a Research Laboratory Technician to join its Recombinant Products Facility (RPF) in Sydney. This full-time, two-year fixed-term opportunity offers the chance to work within a sophisticated research environment focused on the production, purification, and quality control of biologics, including proteins, plasmid DNA (pDNA), nucleic acids, and […]

CY Cergy Paris Université, France

Postdoctoral Research Position in Phage Engineering

CY Cergy Paris Université, France France Post-Doc
Posted
July 20, 2026

CY Cergy Paris Université is inviting applications for a 24-month Postdoctoral Research Position in the ERRMECe Laboratory to contribute to the PHAGOBOOST project. This exciting opportunity focuses on developing genetically engineered bacteriophages to combat biofilm-associated Staphylococcus aureus infections. The project aims to establish innovative bacteriophage engineering strategies that improve antibiofilm activity while preserving phage fitness. […]

University of California San Francisco, United States

Junior Lab Assistant in Malaria Genomics & Molecular Biology

University of California San Francisco, United States United States Research assistant
Posted
July 18, 2026

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is inviting applications for the position of Junior Specialist or Assistant Specialist in the Division of HIV, Infectious Diseases and Global Medicine. This exciting opportunity allows researchers to contribute to cutting-edge malaria genomics and infectious disease research while working in the renowned Greenhouse Laboratory at the EPPIcenter. Researchers […]

University of Antwerp, Belgium
Posted
July 17, 2026

The University of Antwerp, Belgium, has announced applications for a full-time Doctoral Scholarship in Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology within the Department of Bioscience Engineering, Faculty of Science. This fully funded PhD opportunity is ideal for graduates passionate about microbiology, biotechnology, bacteriophages, human microbiome research, probiotics, and genetic engineering. The selected doctoral researcher will work within […]

University of Warsaw

PhD Student Position in Bacteriophage Research

University of Warsaw, Poland, Poland PhD
Posted
July 16, 2026

The Centre of New Technologies (CeNT), University of Warsaw, invites applications for a PhD Student position in the Biomolecular Machines Laboratory. The successful candidate will contribute to an exciting research project focused on developing novel antibacterial agents based on bacteriophage-derived lytic enzymes. The selected PhD student will participate in a multidisciplinary research project aimed at […]

University of Kentucky, United States

Genomics Research Specialist in Microbial Whole-Genome Sequencing & RNA-Sequencing

University of Kentucky, United States United States Research scientist
Posted
July 13, 2026

The Department of Veterinary Science at the University of Kentucky is seeking a highly motivated Genomics Research Specialist to contribute to innovative research in microbial whole-genome sequencing (WGS), RNA sequencing (RNA-seq), bacteriophage biology, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), host–pathogen interactions, and One Health infectious disease research. Key Responsibilities The selected candidate will: Experimental Design & Sequencing Strategy […]

University-of-Salford
Posted
July 10, 2026

The University of Salford, in collaboration with leading researchers from the University of Liverpool and the University of Limerick, is offering a self-funded PhD opportunity that aims to advance bacteriophage research for oral health. This project focuses on isolating and characterizing bacteriophages capable of targeting antibiotic-resistant bacteria responsible for common dental infections. Oral diseases such […]