Research Associate in the QuasiMa Project | Wissenschaftliche:r Mitarbeiter:in (w/m/d) im Projekt QuasiMa
Hochschule Bremerhaven
Job Summary
This role involves developing an innovative, culture-independent method for identifying and characterizing microbial communities to ensure quality control in microalgae production. The successful candidate will independently conceptualize and conduct experiments, focusing on isolating and phylogenetically classifying contaminants and microalgae to establish a strain collection from aquaculture production facilities. Key responsibilities include developing a biological laboratory test system for co-cultivation experiments with various microalgae and their contaminants, as well as validating and testing this system in collaboration with project partners. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in industrial microalgae production, aiming to mitigate losses caused by pathogenic organisms, and requires a proactive, structured approach within a dynamic academic environment.
Required Skills
Education
Master's degree or University Diploma in Biology/Biotechnology or a comparable field
Experience
- Professional experience in conceiving and conducting experiments
- Professional experience in strain maintenance and cultivation of microalgae, bacteria, and protists
- Professional experience in molecular genetic determination (PCR/sequencing) and microscopy of microorganisms
- Experience in publishing and presenting scientific data (desirable)
Languages
Additional
- The position is part-time (19.6 hours/week) and temporary until October 31, 2028. Applicants must be open to gender equality and diversity. For applicants from outside the EU, German translation and evaluation of university degrees by ZAB or an ANABIN extract is required. For professional qualifications obtained outside Germany, German translation and recognition in Germany are required.