GreenCoLab is hiring: Researcher in Genomics and Applied Microbiology (PhD) | EN Vacancy Purpose ASSOCIAÇÃO OCEANO VERDE – LABORATÓRIO COLABORATIVO PARA O DESENVOLVIMENTO DE TECNOLOGIAS E PRODUTOS VERDES DO OCEANO (hereinafter referred to as GreenCoLab) opens recruitment and selection tender for 1 Researcher (M/F) for a vacancy to satisfy temporary needs under an uncertain term employment contract under the scope of application ALG-05-3559-FSE-000022, called Hiring Highly Qualified Human Resources, financed by the European Social Fund (ESF) and the Social Security Budget (OSS), through the Algarve Regional Operational Program, to support the work carried in the context of the GreenCoLab R&I agenda.
Researcher in Genomics and Applied Microbiology (PhD) Ensure the development of next generation molecular biology activities foreseen in the R&I agenda of GreenCoLab. The researcher will be responsible for the algae-microbiome research and establishment of synthetic microbial communities able to improve the growth and modulate biochemical composition of algal cultures. Additionally, the researcher will be responsible for the analysis and interpretation of next generation sequencing genomics, transcriptomic, metagenomic and metatranscriptomic data generated by GreenCoLab working groups.
Tasks: Development and implementation of methods for the extraction and isolation of DNA and RNA from microalgae (including cyanobacteria), macroalgae, and environmental contaminants samples;
Next generation sequencing of samples for genomic and transcriptomic analysis;
Analysis and interpretation of genomic, transcriptomic, metagenomic and metatranscriptomic (meta)data;
Construction of tailored microbial communities for improved algae cultivation;
Preparation of scientific manuscripts and technical reports of generated data;
Preparation of applications to competitive calls (e.g., Horizon Europe).
Profile required: PhD in Molecular Biology, Genomics, Biological Sciences or related areas;
Proven experience in applied microbiology, including algae-microbiome or plant-microbiome interaction analysis and modulation;
Proven experience in classical molecular analysis (e.g. DNA and RNA extraction, cloning etc);
Proven experience in microbiome sequencing and analysis;
Experience in the analysis of genomics and transcriptomics data;
Have proven fluency in the English language (written and spoken);
Failure to meet these requirements determines the rejection of the application. The decision not to be admitted shall be notified to the candidates by e-mail for the purposes of the hearing of the interested parties. False statements made by applicants will be punished under the law.
Other Preferred Requirements: Experience in algae (and plants) is preferred;
Experience in student supervision;
Be strongly motivated, demonstrate autonomy and ability to propose new approaches;
Guidance on objectives, results and meeting deadlines.
Starting Date: The contract is scheduled to start from December 2022 and will only last for the period necessary to implement the proposed work plan.
Workplace: The activities will be carried out at GreenCoLab headquarters, as well as at other locations to be indicated by the Executive Committee, to fulfil the tasks to be performed.
Work schedule: Full time (35 hours a week).
Monthly Compensation: The gross monthly remuneration is fixed in accordance with the subsection a), section 1, Article 15 of the Law no. 57/2017, 19th July and Article 2 of Implementing Decree no. 11-A/2017, of 29th December (level 33 of "Tabela Remuneratória Única", approved by Decree-Law no. 10-B/2020 of 20th March 2020). However, the remuneration position may vary within the range 1 (€2.153,94) to 4 (€2.651,19), according to selected applicant's profile and work experience.
Application Period: The application period starts on October 26th, 2022 and ends on November 8th, 2022, at 23:59H (Lisbon Time, Portugal).
Application Process and Submission: Only applications submitted directly and necessarily by email to ****** will be accepted. Receipt of applications is considered valid only upon receipt of confirmation by email from GreenCoLab. The application in (English or Portuguese) must include a Motivation Letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae according to the requirements and selection criteria of the tender, digital copies (e.g., PDF) of up to 3 publications considered by the applicant as most relevant; copy of PhD certificate; indication of up to 3 references and their contact by email; other documents which the applicant considers to be important for this tender.
Results The list of admitted and excluded candidates and the final ranking list are posted on the GreenCoLab Headquarters and on the website www.greencolab.com. The candidates are notified by email.
Non-Discrimination and Equal Access Policy No candidate may be privileged, benefited, harmed or deprived of any right or exempt from any duty on the grounds, in particular, of descent, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, economic situation, social origin or condition, genetic heritage, disability, chronic illness, nationality, ethnicity, territory of origin, language, religion, political or ideological beliefs and trade union membership.
The members of the evaluation panel approved this announcement on October 25th, 2022.
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