Postdoc (m/f/d) | Phage-Microbiota Interactions

The Max Planck Institute for Infection Biology (MPIIB) in Berlin-Mitte is an institution of the Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science and is one of the leading research institutes in the field of immunology and infectious diseases. 

For the Iatsenko research group "Genetics of host-microbe interactions" we are looking for a Postdoc (m/f/d) in phage-microbiota interactions (full time or part time). 

Your tasks

• Conduct research on phage-microbiota interactions in Drosophila
• metagenome-based characterization of bacteriophage communities in Drosophila
• isolation and culture-dependent characterization of phages
• analysis of microbiome community changes after phage treatments

Your qualifications

• PhD in biology or related relevant fields
• strong computational and experimental lab skills in metagenome-based characterization of bacteriophage communities
• proven experience in isolation and characterization of phages
• published track record
• high degree of independence, excellent communication skills
• Prior experience with insects, especially with natural fruit fly populations is a plus

Our offer

• A diversified and challenging position in an international research team
• Independent and at the same time team-oriented work
• Compensation with all public service benefits under the Collective Agreement for the Public Sector (TVöD Bund) depending on qualification and transfer of tasks up to pay group E13 TVöD (Bund).
• Supplementary old-age provision by the Versorgungsanstalt des Bundes und der Länder (Federal and State Pension Fund)
• Position funded for 2 years with a possibility of extension
• Very good public transport connections and subsidy for job ticket

Your application

Applications will be accepted exclusively via our online application platform. Please upload your full application in English, including a CV, a statement of interest explaining why you are applying for this position, and the names and contact information of at least two references familiar with candidates’ scientific abilities by May 20, 2024. The position is supposed to be filled by September 1^st, 2024.

As an equal opportunity employer, the Max Planck Society is committed to employing more individuals with disabilities. We, therefore, encourage individuals with disabilities to apply. The Max Planck Society also strives for gender and diversity equality. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.