PhD in Microbiology and Anaerobic Digestion
École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne, EPFL
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EPFL, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, is one of the most dynamic university campuses in Europe
and ranks among the top 20 universities worldwide. The EPFL employs more than 6,500 people supporting the three main
missions of the institutions: education, research and innovation. The EPFL campus offers an exceptional working
environment at the heart of a community of more than 18,500 people, including over 14,000 students and 4,000
researchers from more than 120 different countries.
PhD in Microbiology and Anaerobic Digestion
Mission
We are seeking a highly motivated and talented PhD student to join our team at the Institute of Environmental
Engineering at EPFL (the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne). The selected candidate will engage in
cutting-edge research in applied environmental microbiology. The research will focus on Microbial Ecology in the
Anaerobic Digestion process. The candidate will work as part of an interdisciplinary team and participate in
collaborating with other PhD and Postdoc members.
Main duties and responsibilities
The position will be held in the Microbial Physiology and Resource Biorecovery laboratory (MICROBE) led by Dr. Wenyu
GU at EPFL. This PhD position is funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation. The primary focus of the research is
to leverage the anaerobic digestion process as a central focus to study fundamental principles of microbial ecology.
The project involves techniques of sequencing and bioinformatic analysis, isolation, cultivation, and characterization
of anaerobic microorganisms, as well as mathematical modeling and synthetic community design. This work seeks to
enhance the efficiency of anaerobic digestion, and advance technological innovations for the production of valuable
bioproducts.
Profile
A Master’s degree in microbiology, environmental engineering, chemical engineering or a related field with evidence of
research success are required. Prior experience in microbial cultivation and bioinformatics is an asset. Excellent
communication skills, fluency in English, and good academic writing skills. The capacity to work effectively in an
international team.
We offer
Mentoring and support for professional and personal development; opportunity to work with members with diverse
backgrounds in the host groups and in the network of collaborators; a world-class research and training environment
with access to state-of-the-art research facilities; a multi-cultural and stimulating work environment.
Informations
The selection process involves multiple stages, and short-listed candidates will be requested to apply to a specific
EPFL Doctoral Program to qualify for a PhD at EPFL.
Please check this page for additional information on admission and note that this is a separate application process
necessary to be eligible to complete your PhD at EPFL.
Your application should contain: Motivation Letter, Detailed CV, Contact information, Name and contact information of
3 references willing to write a recommendation letter
and ranks among the top 20 universities worldwide. The EPFL employs more than 6,500 people supporting the three main
missions of the institutions: education, research and innovation. The EPFL campus offers an exceptional working
environment at the heart of a community of more than 18,500 people, including over 14,000 students and 4,000
researchers from more than 120 different countries.
PhD in Microbiology and Anaerobic Digestion
Mission
We are seeking a highly motivated and talented PhD student to join our team at the Institute of Environmental
Engineering at EPFL (the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne). The selected candidate will engage in
cutting-edge research in applied environmental microbiology. The research will focus on Microbial Ecology in the
Anaerobic Digestion process. The candidate will work as part of an interdisciplinary team and participate in
collaborating with other PhD and Postdoc members.
Main duties and responsibilities
The position will be held in the Microbial Physiology and Resource Biorecovery laboratory (MICROBE) led by Dr. Wenyu
GU at EPFL. This PhD position is funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation. The primary focus of the research is
to leverage the anaerobic digestion process as a central focus to study fundamental principles of microbial ecology.
The project involves techniques of sequencing and bioinformatic analysis, isolation, cultivation, and characterization
of anaerobic microorganisms, as well as mathematical modeling and synthetic community design. This work seeks to
enhance the efficiency of anaerobic digestion, and advance technological innovations for the production of valuable
bioproducts.
Profile
A Master’s degree in microbiology, environmental engineering, chemical engineering or a related field with evidence of
research success are required. Prior experience in microbial cultivation and bioinformatics is an asset. Excellent
communication skills, fluency in English, and good academic writing skills. The capacity to work effectively in an
international team.
We offer
Mentoring and support for professional and personal development; opportunity to work with members with diverse
backgrounds in the host groups and in the network of collaborators; a world-class research and training environment
with access to state-of-the-art research facilities; a multi-cultural and stimulating work environment.
Informations
The selection process involves multiple stages, and short-listed candidates will be requested to apply to a specific
EPFL Doctoral Program to qualify for a PhD at EPFL.
Please check this page for additional information on admission and note that this is a separate application process
necessary to be eligible to complete your PhD at EPFL.
Your application should contain: Motivation Letter, Detailed CV, Contact information, Name and contact information of
3 references willing to write a recommendation letter