PhD Position in Bacteriophage Biology and Staphylococcus aureus Research
The Institute of Biochemistry and Biophysics Polish Academy of Sciences is offering an exciting PhD opportunity for researchers interested in bacteriophage biology, antimicrobial resistance, molecular microbiology, and host-pathogen interactions.
This full-time PhD project focuses on lytic bacteriophages from the Kayvirus genus and their interactions with Staphylococcus aureus, including methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA). The research aims to uncover novel phage-encoded molecules involved in infection dynamics and bacterial virulence regulation.
Research Focus
Staphylococcus aureus remains a major opportunistic pathogen responsible for diseases ranging from skin infections to severe systemic conditions such as pneumonia, bacteraemia, and sepsis.
With antibiotic resistance continuing to rise globally, bacteriophage therapy has emerged as a promising alternative antimicrobial strategy.
This PhD project investigates:
- Lytic bacteriophages of the Kayvirus genus
- Secreted phage-encoded peptides
- Mechanisms controlling phage infection
- Regulation of host-phage interactions
- Novel antimicrobial regulatory pathways
The study combines bioinformatics, molecular microbiology, infection biology, and transcriptomics to explore previously uncharacterized phage proteins and peptides.
Research objectives include:
- Mechanisms of Peptide Secretion and Processing
- Functional Characterization of Phage Peptides
- In Vivo Infection Studies
Qualifications Required
- A Master’s degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Medical Sciences
- Previous microbiology laboratory experience, protein work experience, microscopy or related technical skills
Recruitment Process
The selection process includes:
- Competency and eligibility screening
- Evaluation of academic achievements and research experience
- Interview and research presentation
Candidates will present their previous research work and discuss:
- Experimental methods
- Interpretation of results
- Scientific motivation
- Understanding of phage biology and microbiology concepts
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