Project description

We invite applications for a 4-year Doctoral Student SNSF position in Microbial Geochemistry in the Environmental Microbiogeochemistry Lab in the Institute of Earth Surface Dynamics (IDYST) at the University of Lausanne. The newly launched research group headed by Prof. Berg specializes in the application of interdisciplinary approaches – borrowing methods from the fields of biology, geology, and chemistry – to solve complex environmental questions related to biogeochemical cycling. Steady-state concentrations of certain redox species may arise from the balance between continuous oxidation and reduction reactions, and although concentration changes cannot be measured, their rapid turnover can play a key role in the environment and sustain highly active and diverse microbial communities. This project will focus on the role of microbial sulfur cycling in the formation of mineral signatures in ancient earth to modern-day ecosystems. The PhD project will be co-supervised by Prof Jasmine Berg and Prof Johanna Marin-Carbonne.

Selection criteria

MSc degree (or equivalent) in microbiology, chemistry, biochemistry, or related domain.

Strong background in redox chemistry

Experience in bioinformatics or programming is a plus.

Excellent written and spoken English skills. French in an asset, but not required.

Able to work both independently and collaboratively in an international, interdisciplinary environment

Information

Prof. Jasmine Berg

jasmine.berg@unil.ch

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