Project Assistant in Phage–Bacteria Interactions, Lund University, Sweden
A highly exciting opportunity is now open at Lund University for a Project Assistant to work on cutting-edge research exploring phage–bacteria dynamics in soil ecosystems. This role is based in the research group led by Vasili Hauryliuk at the Department of Experimental Medical Science, focusing on uncovering the molecular mechanisms behind bacterial defence systems against phages.
In this project, the candidate will contribute to discovering and characterizing novel anti-phage defence systems through a combination of microbiology, molecular biology, and bioinformatics approaches.
Key Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research team
- Isolate bacteriophages infecting soil-dwelling bacteria
- Investigate anti-phage defence systems encoded in bacterial genomes
- Perform microbiological and molecular assays to validate findings
- Characterize defence mechanisms at a detailed molecular level
Qualifications & Skills Required
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in microbiology, molecular biology, biotechnology, or a related field.
- Required Skills & Experience
- Hands-on experience with soil bacteria such as Bacillus or Mesorhizobium
- Knowledge of phage biology and host–virus interactions
- Experience in genetic and molecular biology techniques
- Familiarity with anti-phage defence mechanisms
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