Post-doctoral Researcher, Molecular Plant Biology

Post-doctoral Researcher, Molecular Plant Biology

University of Turku

Turku, Finland

€ 3.700 - € 3.800 per month

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to investigate extracellular electron uptake in photosynthetic bacteria (cyanobacteria), focusing on underlying molecular mechanisms and regulation, and with consideration of possible biotechnological applications.

The position is based in the Bioelectricity Group (Wey Group) within the Molecular Plant Biology unit, Department of Life Technologies at the University of Turku, Finland. The group conducts interdisciplinary research at the interface of biology, physics, and electrochemistry, combining bioelectrochemical methods, spectroscopy, and multi-omics approaches to uncover the principles of biological electricity generation and utilisation.

The principal investigator, Dr. Laura T. Wey, is funding the research group (of 8 including 2 postdocs, 3 PhDs, 2 MScs by end of 2026) including this postdoctoral researcher position by an Emerging Investigator grant from the Novo Nordisk Foundation and an Academy Research Fellowship from the Research Council of Finland.

Who we are looking for

Expected qualifications

• A PhD in bioelectrochemistry, microbiology, biochemistry, electrochemistry, biophysics, cell biology, or other relevant field;
• Excellent spoken and written English;
• Significant experience in electrochemical, biological, biochemical, or biophysical research;
• Proficiency in experimental design, statistical analysis, and visualization of data.

Any of the following skills are considered an advantage:

• Experience culturing electrogenic microorganisms;
• Experience with extracellular electron uptake in microorganisms;
• Coding skills (R, Python, LabTalk, or similar);
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary teams;
• Experience in mentoring or supervising students;
• A strong publication record.