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Postdoctoral researcher position in algal biofertilizers and biostimulants
The Photosynthetic Microbes research group based in the Biochemistry Department of the University of Turku is looking for a Postdoc to join our international and dynamic team. The University of Turku is Finland’s second largest multidisciplinary university, with an active academic community of around 25,000 students and employees working within 7 faculties and 5 independent units. The Photosynthetic Microbes group is a part of a Nordic Center of Excellence (NordAqua, www.nordaqua.fi). The team focuses on both fundamental aspects of photosynthesis, studying alternative electron transport pathways, and also applied photosynthesis, studying water remediation, biofuels and chemical production from cyanobacteria and microalgae.
Project description
The aim of the project is to develop an integrated microalgal based biorefinery concept to produce sustainable plant biofertilizers and/or biostimulants that will improve the yield and quality of the plants. The applicant will select suitable microalgal and cyanobacterial strains by screening the NordAqua culture collection using high-throughput plant phenotyping facility and will study the action mechanisms of biostimulants and/ or biofertilizers in the model plants.
The Postdoctoral researcher position is available from 01.09.2020 for 18 months (with possible prolongation).
Requirements
The applicant should hold a PhD in Plant Physiology, Plant Biochemistry, Microbiology or Algal biotechnology. Excellent academic performance and a demonstrated knowledge of written and spoken English are required. The applicant is expected to have a strong track record of publications, to work independently and to have excellent interpersonal skills.
Please submit your application using the online application system by 24.07. 2020 at the latest. The link to the online application system is https://www.utu.fi/en/university/come-work-with-us
The salary is determined by the collective agreement system of Finnish universities. The successful applicant will belong to UTU research personnel. The salary for a PhD student is on average 3200 -3500€/month. Salaried positions in Finland automatically include payments to a pension fund, unemployment funds, and occupational healthcare and include a holiday allowance.
There will be a trial period of 6 months for this position. The qualification requirements of the position are described in the rules of procedure of the University of Turku.
https://www.utu.fi/sites/default/files/public%3A//media/file/Utu_Rules_of_Procedure.pdf
In addition, applications must include (in English):
1) motivation letter focusing on your strengths related to our research topic
2) CV
3) copy of certificate of degree
4) contact details for two referees (name, working place, e-mail address)
5) list of publications
For further information, please do not hesitate to contact Prof. Yagut Allahverdiyeva-Rinne, allahve(at)utu.fi .
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