| The Center for Biosustainability at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) is seeking a post-doctoral researcher in the field of metabolic engineering. The project is centered on the use of microalgae as photosynthetic cell factories. The work will include genetic manipulation of microalgae to produce a high-value chemical, followed by study and optimization of the metabolic pathway.
The Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) is the largest technical university in Sweden. The School of Biotechnology at KTH research portfolio includes projects within immunology, protein engineering, and nanobiotechnology. Within the School of Biotechnology is the newly-founded Center for Biosustainability where tools developed within the school are applied to metabolic engineering.
Qualifications
The applicant will have a recent (within 3 years) PhD degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or similar with a publication record in the field of biochemical engineering. Experience with molecular biotechnology techniques such as PCR and molecular cloning is necessary, as is familiarity with bacterial genetics. Additionally, experience with microalgae (cyanobacteria) is highly favored. A strong command of written and spoken English is required. A start date in August 2012 is preferred.
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