PhD Position: Exploring Yeast Biocontrol via Molecular Microbiology & Phytopathology
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PhD Position: Exploring Yeast Biocontrol via Molecular Microbiology & Phytopathology
Join to apply for the PhD Position: Exploring Yeast Biocontrol via Molecular Microbiology & Phytopathology role at Agroscope
* Perform research in fundamental and applied microbiology using state of the art techniques (e.g., bioassays, RNAseq/transcriptomics, mutant generation by Crispr/Cas 9, genome sequencing)
* Analyse, evaluate, illustrate and present experimental results
* Become an expert in the field of study (e.g., biocontrol yeasts, plant protection, molecular microbiology)
* Ability to work and plan independently, but also to integrate and interact with experts from different fields
* Write PhD thesis and manuscript drafts for peer-reviewed publications
Agroscope, 100-100%, 1260 Nyon
This Is How You Can Contribute
* Perform research in fundamental and applied microbiology using state of the art techniques (e.g., bioassays, RNAseq/transcriptomics, mutant generation by Crispr/Cas 9, genome sequencing)
* Analyse, evaluate, illustrate and present experimental results
* Become an expert in the field of study (e.g., biocontrol yeasts, plant protection, molecular microbiology)
* Ability to work and plan independently, but also to integrate and interact with experts from different fields
* Write PhD thesis and manuscript drafts for peer-reviewed publications
This makes you unique
* University degree (MSc) in biology, microbiology, or related discipline
* Laboratory experience in microbiology or molecular biology
* Good knowledge of and interest in modern technologies (e.g., molecular biology, cloning, DNA sequencing)
* Motivated and interested to work at the crossroad between fundamental research and application
* Knowledge of two official Swiss languages and English
In a nutshell
We seek a highly motivated and ambitious PhD student to study the biocontrol mechanisms of the yeast Metschnikowia pulcherrima. It is the goal to study pulcherrimin metabolism in Metschnikowia, create and characterise mutants, and use Saccharomyces cerevisiae as a model. The thesis is planned and funded for 4 years. The PhD student working on this project will be enrolled at the University of Geneva, participate in the PhD School in Life Sciences of the Faculties of Medicine and Science, and be affiliated with the group of Prof. Robbie Loewith.
Good food, healthy environment
Agroscope is the Swiss federal centre of excellence for research in the agriculture and food sector. Its researchers work at a number of sites in Switzerland. Headquartered in Bern-Liebefeld (as of 2026: Posieux), Agroscope is attached to the Swiss Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research EAER.
Our Benefits
Working for Switzerland: We are committed to the successful Swiss model and work for the public good.
Embracing diversity: Thanks to equal opportunities, we draw on our expertise and contribute different perspectives.
Staying healthy at work: We support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health.
Career prospects: We promote the professional and personal development of our employees with state-of-the-art training and continuing professional development programmes.
Additional Information
The 'Mycology' Research Group develops innovative lines of research for the sustainable control of the epidemic expansion of fungal diseases, including (i) epidemiological studies, (ii) the creation of new biosourced fungicides, (iii) the development of forecasting models, and (iv) the use of fungi in the degradation and mycoremediation processes.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
* Industries
Farming
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