澳大利亚昆士兰大学2024年招聘博士后（假单胞菌代谢工程及发酵工艺开发）

昆士兰大学（The University of Queensland），简称“昆大”“UQ”，该校始建于1909年，是一所位于澳大利亚昆士兰州的公立综合性大学。同时还是六所砂岩学府之一，环太平洋大学联盟、澳大利亚八校联盟、UNIVERSITAS 21、国际铁路联盟及新工科教育国际联盟等组织成员。

Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Pseudomonas Metabolic Engineering and Fermentation Process Development

University of Queensland

Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN)

Full-time, 100% FTE Fixed - term position for up to three years at Academic Level A

Base salary will be in the range $78,871.35 - $105,004.02 + 17% Superannuation

Based at our St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

This position offers an exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to contribute to research on the conversion of carbon dioxide (CO₂) into valuable products using microbial fermentation. This project aims to expand the spectrum of CO₂-derived products by integrating anaerobic gas fermentation with aerobic chain extension of CO₂-derived C2 molecules. The primary focus is on the production of functionalized fatty acids for applications in polymer synthesis, the use as plasticizer, lubricants or fuels. You will work at the interface of microbial strain and bioprocess development.

Key responsibilities will include:

Design and execute metabolic engineering strategies to enhance substrate conversion and product synthesis by Pseudomonas ;

Perform detailed characterisation of Pseudomonas strains in bioreactor setups;

Evaluate fermentation strategies and contribute to the development of the overall bioprocess;

Produce quality research outputs consistent with discipline norms by publishing or exhibiting in high quality outlets;

Participate in applications for competitive research funding to support projects and activities;

Work with colleagues in the development of joint research projects and applications for competitive research funding support;

Contribute to progressing towards transfer of knowledge, technology and practices to research end users through translation, including commercialisation of UQ intellectual property;

Develop a coherent research program and an emerging research profile;

Review and draw upon best practice research methodologies.

Supervision and Researcher Development - Supervise Honours and Higher Degree by Research students, recruit and/or manage employees, provide performance feedback and training, resolve conflicts, and ensure correct remuneration and benefits.

Citizenship and Service - Develop partnerships, demonstrate leadership through mentoring, engage in internal service roles and committees, perform administrative functions, provide support to colleagues, and uphold university values.

This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ's Criteria for Academic Performance.

About You

Completion or near completion of a PhD in systems and synthetic biology, biotechnology or related field.

Demonstrated competence in microorganisms' cultivation and bioproduction particularly in photobioreactors.

Demonstrated competence in sampling and analysing ‘omics datasets.

A strong understanding of microbial metabolism and familiarity with metabolic pathways.

Previous experience studying cyanobacteria advantageous is highly desirable.

Previous experience using metabolic models to drive organism design and/or Natural Product biosynthesis experience advantageous.

Evidence of publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences.

Capable in at least one programming language/environment (such as Python, MATLAB or similar)

Demonstrated organisational and problem-solving skills.

Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team as well as demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills.

Familiarity or competence with metabolic modelling and the design of metabolic engineering strategies is desirable.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre- employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check etc

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship may be available for this appointment.

Relocating from interstate or overseas? We may be able to support you with the visa sponsorship process and a relocation support package. You can find out more about life in Australia's Sunshine State here.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Birgitta Ebert – birgitta.ebert@uq.edu.au For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Applications close 17 August 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-40882). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for late August.