Eawag, the Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology,
is a Swiss-based and internationally networked aquatic research institute
within the ETH domain (Swiss Federal Institute of Science and Technology).
It is committed to the ecologically, economically and socially responsible
management of water resources and aquatic ecosystems.
Between
the Departments of Environmental Chemistry and Environmental Microbiology at
the Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology, Eawag, there is a position opening for a
Postdoctoral Researcher in Environmental Chemistry/Microbiology
Tens
of thousands of synthetic organic pollutants enter our environment on a daily
basis. The goal of this Swiss National Science Foundation funded project is to develop
novel strategies for predicting the biotransformation of these pollutants in
microbial communities. The work will be primarily experimental in nature and
will involve the characterization of wastewater-derived microbial communities
in terms of both biotransformation capacity and their genetic/ transcriptomic/proteomic
content. Data will be used to discover links between community functions
(biotransformation of organic pollutants) and community structure (genes/ transcripts/proteins).
These links will be used to support the ongoing development of a system for the
prediction of biotransformation pathways and rates.
Requirements: Candidates for this position are expected to hold a PhD in environmental or biological sciences or a related field with a focus on environmental/analytical chemistry and/or bio(geo)chemistry. Experience with high-resolution mass spectrometry, "omics” techniques, and/or bioinformatics is desirable.Candidates are expected to have excellent academic records and demonstrate self-initiative, a keen interest in scientific research and good English communication skills.
Benefits: Both the environmental chemistry and the environmental microbiology department at Eawag are internationally recognized leaders in their field and will provide for a highly stimulating, interdisciplinary research environment. The position is funded for a two-year period with an attractive remuneration package. The successful applicant will be given considerable academic freedom to develop his/her research ideas in an interdisciplinary team of environmental chemists, microbiologists, and bioinformaticians. The project will be supervised by PD Dr. Kathrin Fenner, Dr. David Johnson, and Dr. Damian Helbling. The supervisors maintain strong interactions with various groups at the Department of Environmental Systems Sciences at ETH Zürich, including groups in environmental chemistry and microbial ecology. Both Eawag and ETH are located within the Zürich metropolitan area. The city of Zürich is continuously ranked among the top cities in the world for quality of life and is within close proximity to the Swiss Alps.
The preferred start date is summer/autumn 2013. Eawag is an equal opportunity employer. Women are explicitly encouraged to apply to increase their share in science and research.
Applications should include a concise statement describing your motivation to work on this research project, curriculum vitae, copies of your academic qualifications and two letters of support with the affiliations of the supporting scientists. The deadline for applications is June 30, 2013, or until the position is filled. Informal inquiries before submitting an application are encouraged.
For further information, please consult www.eawag.ch or contact:
PD Dr. Kathrin Fenner, kathrin.fenner@eawag.ch, Phone +41 (0)58 765 5085
Requirements: Candidates for this position are expected to hold a PhD in environmental or biological sciences or a related field with a focus on environmental/analytical chemistry and/or bio(geo)chemistry. Experience with high-resolution mass spectrometry, "omics” techniques, and/or bioinformatics is desirable.Candidates are expected to have excellent academic records and demonstrate self-initiative, a keen interest in scientific research and good English communication skills.
Benefits: Both the environmental chemistry and the environmental microbiology department at Eawag are internationally recognized leaders in their field and will provide for a highly stimulating, interdisciplinary research environment. The position is funded for a two-year period with an attractive remuneration package. The successful applicant will be given considerable academic freedom to develop his/her research ideas in an interdisciplinary team of environmental chemists, microbiologists, and bioinformaticians. The project will be supervised by PD Dr. Kathrin Fenner, Dr. David Johnson, and Dr. Damian Helbling. The supervisors maintain strong interactions with various groups at the Department of Environmental Systems Sciences at ETH Zürich, including groups in environmental chemistry and microbial ecology. Both Eawag and ETH are located within the Zürich metropolitan area. The city of Zürich is continuously ranked among the top cities in the world for quality of life and is within close proximity to the Swiss Alps.
The preferred start date is summer/autumn 2013. Eawag is an equal opportunity employer. Women are explicitly encouraged to apply to increase their share in science and research.
Applications should include a concise statement describing your motivation to work on this research project, curriculum vitae, copies of your academic qualifications and two letters of support with the affiliations of the supporting scientists. The deadline for applications is June 30, 2013, or until the position is filled. Informal inquiries before submitting an application are encouraged.
For further information, please consult www.eawag.ch or contact:
PD Dr. Kathrin Fenner, kathrin.fenner@eawag.ch, Phone +41 (0)58 765 5085
We look forward to receive your application.
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Applications must be submitted online. Please click on the button below. This will take you directly to the application form.