Research Fellow (Coral Microbial Ecology)

The Case Research Team in SCELSE is seeking a research fellow with established field techniques, ability to use molecular protocols for DNA and RNA isolation from marine bacteria and seagrasses for molecular community analysis, genome sequencing and metagenomics. The candidate should be a talented marine microbiologist with experience working with marine microbes and field experience.

Responsibilities

Perform manipulative experiments with corals and bacteria to determine their thermal and disease tolerance

To sample, manipulate and experiment with corals using physiological and molecular analysis

Work with a group of marine scientists to identify beneficial microbes for coral resilience.

Requirements

PhD in marine microbiology or marine microbial ecology

Competent in molecular microbiology and bioinformatics

Ability to culture bacteria and corals to manipulate them in laboratory and field station settings.

Ability to perform DNA manipulation (e.g., extraction, purification, QC) for molecular community analysis.

Ability to perform PAM-fluorometry, flow cytometry, microscopy.

Marine field experience

Confidence in swimming, working in intertidal zone and boat travel for field sampling.

Ability to handle microbes competently and safely up to Biological Safety Level 2 (BSL2)

Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.

Excellent interpersonal skills

Possess a sense of initiative and proactiveness

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.