PhD Position in Microbial Physiology and Biotechnology: Physiology and Ecology of Methanogens

About the Project

The Microbial Physiology and Resource Biorecovery Laboratory (MICROBE), led by Dr. Wenyu Gu at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL), invites applications for a fully funded PhD position in Microbial Physiology.

We are seeking a highly motivated and talented PhD student to join our interdisciplinary team at the Institute of Environmental Engineering. The successful candidate will conduct cutting-edge research in applied and environmental microbiology, with a focus on the physiology and genetic regulation of methane-producing archaea (methanogens). ...

Your Profile

• Master's degree in environmental engineering, microbiology, chemical engineering, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated research experience through a master's thesis, publications, or equivalent research projects.
• Prior experience in wet-lab microbiology and/or bioinformatics is an advantage.
• Strong communication and scientific writing skills in English.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and international research environment.

We Offer

• Mentoring and support for professional and personal development.
• A stimulating, multicultural research environment with access to state-of-the-art facilities.
• Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and international networking.
• A world-class training environment within the ETH Domain.