Saint Louis University

Postdoctoral Research Associate, Microbial Ecology Lab

Closes: Dec 8, 2026

The Soil Microbial Ecology Laboratory at Saint Louis University is looking for a creative post-doctoral scientist with strong background in soil microbiome, multi-omics [metagenomics/transcriptomics/metabolomics], as well as bioinformatics. Responsibilities: This researcher will assist the research team in conducting soil sampling in the field and assess soil functions using multi-omics analyses. The major tasks will include but are not limited: Quantify microbial functional genes using qPCR.…

Develop AI-driven bioinformatics pipeline and analyze multi-omics data. Perform soil sampling and experiment design. Measure soil propertiesâ”soil pH, moisture content, Inorganic N, etc. Soil incubation and activity measurement. Training undergrad and graduate students in the laboratory. Qualifications: Applicants should have the following qualifications to be considered: PhD in microbial ecology/microbiology, and bioinformatics or related field. Experience in multi-omics pipeline development and analyses are required. Experience in wet lab: soil incubation, qPCR, DNA/RNA extraction. Evidence of scientific productivity in the form of peer-reviewed publications. Ability to take a leadership role for the project. Salary and Benefits: Salary is commensurate with experience. Health insurance benefits are provided. The appointment is for 1 year with the possibility of an additional year pending satisfactory progress. Application Deadline: This position will be open until it is filled. Application: Interested applicants should send (1) a cover letter detailing the applicants research experience and starting date availability, (2) curriculum vitae, and (3) name, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three professional references to Dr. Laibin Huang (

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