University Assistant Postdoctoral in Microbiology and Environmental Systems Science
Join the University of Vienna as a postdoctoral researcher focusing on innovative enrichment and isolation strategies for nitrifying microorganisms.
Best for:Best for postdoctoral researchers with a strong background in microbiology, microbial ecology, and innovative cultivation techniques for nitrifying microorganisms.
Overview
The Centre for Microbiology and Environmental Systems Science (CeMESS) at the University of Vienna is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join the nitrification research group within the Division of Microbiology and Ecosystem Science (DoME). The successful candidate will design and implement innovative enrichment and isolation strategies to study ammonia- and nitrite-oxidizing microorganisms. Responsibilities include developing novel cultivation methods, applying molecular techniques, and conducting physiological assays. The position offers an inspiring international academic environment in Vienna with opportunities for professional development and flexible working arrangements.
What you'll do
- Develop and apply novel isolation methods, including high-throughput single-cell techniques, to enrich and isolate nitrifying microorganisms
- Design and implement innovative enrichment and isolation strategies as part of the nitrification research group
- Apply molecular techniques such as PCR-based methods and fluorescence in situ hybridization combined with microscopy
- Conduct cultivation and physiological assays to study the metabolism of nitrifiers
- Collaborate within an international academic team on basic research regarding microbiome structure and function
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in a relevant field
Language: English proficiency for work in an international academic environment
Instruction: English
- Proven experience in the cultivation, enrichment, and isolation of nitrifiers from diverse habitats
- Experience in developing successful enrichment strategies for ammonia and nitrite oxidizers
- Expertise in applying molecular techniques including PCR-based methods and fluorescence in situ hybridization with microscopy
- Experience in cultivation and physiological assays to study nitrifier metabolism
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-30
Applications must be submitted online via the University of Vienna job portal by clicking the apply button. The application package must include a motivation letter addressing qualifications and research interests, a CV with a publication list, university certificates with grades, and contact information for two references.
- Letter of motivation
- CV
- Publication list
- University certificates including grades
- Contact information of two references
Contact
Elisabeth Maaß
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